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Useful For
Aiding in the evaluation of iron deficiency and iron overload diseases in combination with total iron binding capacity and percent saturation
Assessment of acute iron poisoning
Method Name
Colorimetric Assay
Reporting Name
Iron, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
Males: 50-150 mcg/dL
Females: 35-145 mcg/dL
Performing Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
83540
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IRN | Iron, S | 2498-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IRN | Iron, S | 2498-4 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday