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What is the Total Iron Saturation Test?

Total iron test checks for the total amount of iron present in the blood. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia that occurs when our body is not getting appropriate amounts of iron through our food.

Why Total iron saturation blood test done? 

A total iron saturation blood test might be ordered by the doctor for the following reasons:

• To diagnose the anemia and its types.
• To determine whether there is an iron overload or iron deficiency
• It is a part of routine health checkup
• To diagnose the genetic disease affecting iron levels
• To monitor the treatment effectiveness and to determine whether there is a need to modify the treatment. 

How does one prepare for the Total iron blood test? 

This test doesn't require any additional preparation but under some conditions, you have to follow instructions given by the doctor 

• Inform your doctor if you are on medication or any health supplement as it may interfere with the result.
• Wear loose-fitting clothes to allow easy access for your arm for blood sample collection.
• Fasting for 8-12 hrs is required for this test

Procedure for the Total iron blood test : 

• Firstly, a phlebotomist may tie a rubber band around your upper arm to ensure the vein is visible.
• They will clean the site using a disinfectant to minimise the risk of catching an infection.
• A sterile syringe will be inserted into the vein to draw the appropriate amount of blood for the testing
• After blood sample collection, they will withdraw the needle.
• The punctured site is then covered with a bandage.

Aftercare 

No special care is required just leave your dressing strip on for at least 15 minutes.

Total iron saturation  normal range

The total iron saturation normal range in the blood is 25% to 50%, however these values may differ based on the laboratory.

The cost of a Total iron Iron Saturation Test in Delhi

The Total Iron Saturation test cost may vary based on the location and the reputation of the diagnostic center. the average Total iron saturation test price in Delhi is around INR 450 to INR 1000. You can book your Total iron saturation blood test at home in Delhi with Ganesh Diagnostic Center and get a discount of up to 50% off. 

Required documents for the Total Total iron Saturation (Iron Saturation) Test:

• A doctor's prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

Choose the top pathology lab for your Total iron blood test in Delhi NCR

• Ganesh Diagnostic Center is the leading diagnostic center in Delhi NCR and over the years we have gained the trust of more than 30,000 doctors.
• We provide free home sample collection services
• We are open 24*7 for 365 days
• We are equipped with the latest technologies to provide you with a 100% accurate result.
• We provide quality blood tests at affordable prices.