TRA

Iron deficiency marker

Transferrin

Transferrin, a liver-made protein, transports iron to body tissues, including red blood cells, for hemoglobin production. It regulates iron levels and ensures adequate iron for hemoglobin and oxygen transport in the blood.

What is transferrin?

Transferrin is a protein component formed in the liver and secreted into the blood, where it is responsible for transporting iron to the various tissues in the body, including red blood cells, which need iron to produce hemoglobin. It helps regulate iron levels in the body and is an important factor in ensuring the body has enough iron to produce hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in the blood.

Why is transferrin analyzed?

Transferrin is a protein-binding molecule used to transport iron in the blood. Analyzing transferrin is used to determine iron levels in the blood and to diagnose iron deficiency anemia and other iron-related conditions. By measuring transferrin, one can also assess liver function and the amount of infectious or inflammatory conditions in the body.

What can a low value of transferrin mean?

A low value of transferrin in the blood can indicate a low iron status, which can be a sign of iron deficiency anemia. Iron deficiency anemia is a relatively common form of anemia caused by a lack of iron in the body, which leads to reduced production of hemoglobin and red blood cells.

There are several causes of iron deficiency, including insufficient intake of iron, blood loss, increased need for iron (eg during pregnancy or a growing child) and increased loss of iron (eg during menstruation). An infection or an autoimmune disease can also lead to iron deficiency.

What can a high value of transferrin mean?

An increased production of transferrin can occur in conditions such as increased body demand for iron, e.g. during pregnancy or growth, or in case of iron deficiency anemia where the body tries to compensate for the low iron status.

Tests containing the marker Transferrin

Health checks
Health check - Female

Woman

50 Biomarkers
Blood sample
How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
Fasting
Fasting

This test requires you to fast before sampling. Fasting means that you are not allowed to eat or drink anything for at least 10 hours before your scheduled time for sampling. However, a glass of water is fine to drink during the fast. Any medications are taken as usual unless your doctor has given other instructions.

  • Health check designed for women.
  • Includes a total of 50 health markers.
  • Gives you information about your overall health.
  • Can identify early signs of health problems.

1795 kr

Health check - Man

Man

47 Biomarkers
Blood sample
How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
Fasting
Fasting

This test requires you to fast before sampling. Fasting means that you are not allowed to eat or drink anything for at least 10 hours before your scheduled time for sampling. However, a glass of water is fine to drink during the fast. Any medications are taken as usual unless your doctor has given other instructions.

  • Health check designed for you as a man.
  • Includes a total of 48 health markers including testosterone.
  • Gives you knowledge about your general state of health.
  • Can identify early signs of health problems.

1695 kr

Iron deficiency test

Iron deficiency

  • Measures your iron value and your iron depot.
  • Analysis of iron and ferritin.
  • Analysis of your blood status is included.
  • The test identifies any iron deficiency.

249 kr

Mineral tests
TRA
Transferrin test

Transferrin

1 marker
Blood sample
How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
  • Measuring your transferrin value.
  • To be completed with an iron test.
  • Indication of iron deficiency or excess.

49 kr