Basic Anemia Panel (Total Iron, TIBC, Saturation% and Ferritin)

The Basic Anemia Panel includes essential tests aimed at evaluating iron status and diagnosing various types of anemia:

• Total Iron: Measures the total amount of iron in the blood.
• TIBC (Total Iron-Binding Capacity): Assesses the capacity of proteins in the blood to bind with iron.
• Saturation% (Transferrin Saturation): Calculates the percentage of transferrin (iron-carrying protein) that is saturated with iron.
• Ferritin: Measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body and reflects the body's iron stores.

These tests collectively provide crucial information about iron levels, iron transport capacity, and iron storage in the body, aiding in the diagnosis and management of various types of anemia, including iron deficiency anemia.