Iron Blood Test

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Feature	Labcorp	Quest Diagnostics
Price	$5.99	$4.49
Results in	~2 business days	~5 business days
Sample type	Blood Serum	Blood Serum
Require fasting	No	No

About the test

This test measures the level of iron in the blood. It can be used to assess various conditions related to red blood cell production and destruction, iron metabolism, or iron transport.

Included biomarkers & Reference ranges

Biomarker	Reference range
Iron, Total Measures the iron circulating in your blood, used along with other markers (like ferritin and TIBC) to evaluate for iron deficiency or overload.	—

Reference ranges vary by lab, age, and sex (M/F). Your report shows your exact range. Click any biomarker to see its optimal range and what your results mean.

Preparation

Labcorp lists no special preparation for this test.

Samples should be taken in the morning from patients in a fasting state, since iron values decrease by 30% during the course of the day and there can be significant interference from lipemia.
Fast up to 12 hours before your appointment.
Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.

How it works

1. Order online No referral or insurance
2. Get a requisition By email in 24–72 hours
3. Visit a draw center Bring a matching photo ID
4. Get results Securely by email

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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