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HelpTest Code TRANSF Transferrin
Additional Codes
| EPIC | LAB5332 |
Clinical Significance
The measurement of transferrin aids in the diagnosis of malnutrition, acute inflammation, infection, assessment of renal function and red blood cell disorders, such as iron deficiency anemia.
Source: Beckman Coulter Unicel, TRFN IFU. REF #467942 12/22/15
Methodology
Turbidimetric method (Beckman Coulter UniCel DxC 660i)
Sample Type
| Preferred Sample Type | |
|---|---|
| Light green top - Plasma | |
| Acceptable Sample Type(s) | |
|---|---|
| Dark green top - Plasma | |
| Yellow top - Serum | |
| Red top - Serum | |
Centrifuge: Yes
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Ambient (18-25°C) | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated (2-8°C) (store) | 48 hours |
| Frozen (-15 to -20°C) | 1 month |
Separate plasma or serum from cells within 2 hours.
Reference Ranges
| Normal Range | |
|---|---|
| Male | 180 - 329 mg/dL |
| Female | 192 - 382 mg/dL |
| Technical Range |
|---|
| 70 - 850 mg/dL |
Rejection Criteria
| Hemolysis | N/A |
|---|---|
| Icterus | N/A |
| Lipemia | N/A |
Availability
| Performed | STAT |
|---|---|
| 24/7 | Yes |
Performing Laboratory
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital Laboratory
Lab Department
Chemistry
CPT Code
84466
LOINC
3034-6 Transferrin [Mass/Vol]