Iron
Clinical Biochemistry
Sample and container requirements
Serum Lithium Heparin Plasma (paediatrics only)
Minimum volume required
130 µL serum/plasma
Special requirements
None
Patient preparation
None
Sample viability
Turnaround time
This assay is run throughout the day and night. The in-lab turnaround time is normally less than 24 hours. The test can be ordered as an urgent request.
Reference range
Paediatrics: 0 to <14 years: 2.9 – 22.9 14 to <19 years: Females: 3.6 – 29.0 Males: 5.5 – 30.1 Adults: Females: 9.0 – 30.4 Males: 11.6 – 31.3 (Source: Abbott Diagnostics)
Clinical guidance
Iron forms part of the standard iron panel in blood (together with transferrin and transferrin saturation). Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about iron. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/iron-tests
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This information was last updated on 19 August 2026