UNDERSTAND WHAT THE TRANSFERRIN SATURATION INDEX IS - DIAGNOSTIC EXAMS

Transferrin: what is it, normal values ​​and what is it for?



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Transferrin is a protein mainly produced by the liver and has as its main function to transport the iron to the bone marrow, spleen, liver and muscles, maintaining the proper functioning of the organism. Normal values ​​of transferrin in the blood are: Men: 215 - 365 mg / dL Women: 250 - 380 mg / dL The evaluation of transferrin concentration in the blood should be fasted for 8 to 12 hours, depending on the physician's and the laboratory's orientation, and is usually required together with the iron and ferritin dosage, as well as biochemical and haematological tests, such as the blood c