Test your
Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity (UIBC)
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity (UIBC)?
It's included in the HealthieOne Disease-Specific test.
Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity (UIBC)
Explanation: Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity provides important insight into how the body handles iron by measuring how much transferrin is available to carry iron through the bloodstream. This test helps assess whether your body has too little or too much iron. A high UIBC level suggests that there's more transferrin available, which often indicates low iron levels in the body. Conversely, a low UIBC level means that most transferrin is already carrying iron, which can point to high iron levels.
- Evaluate iron status in individuals possibly having iron deficiency or overload.
- Assist in diagnosing conditions such as iron deficiency anemia.
- Monitor iron levels in patients with chronic conditions like kidney disease or those undergoing treatments that affect iron metabolism.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, Allina Health
