Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an advanced and NABL- and NABH-accredited centre where pathology testing is conducted. Extended Iron Profile is a series of blood tests that are ordered to measure iron availability, iron transport, and iron storage in the body. It helps doctors diagnose disorders that inhibit the body's use of iron, such as iron deficiency and iron overload.

What is Extended Iron Profile?

An Extended Iron profile assesses various markers of iron issues and storage. It is useful to evaluate iron levels in the body for the production of red blood cells or a problem with iron levels in the body (haemochromatosis). These different parameters yield different information. Iron in blood (Iron) is the amount of iron present in the blood, Ferritin is stored iron, and TIBC is the amount of iron that can be bound and carried in the blood. 

The percentage of iron-binding capacity already saturated with iron is the transferrin saturation. These tests are ordered to aid in the diagnosis of possible abnormalities related to iron levels, based on a complete blood count, symptoms, health history, and a thorough investigation.

Conditions Evaluated

Iron Deficiency Anaemia

Iron Deficiency Anaemia is caused by a deficiency of iron to produce adequate haemoglobin. The Extended Iron Profile can be used to assess iron availability and storage to aid an evaluation of this condition.

Iron Overload Disorders

Iron overload is a disease which occurs when too much iron accumulates in the body. The profile may help to diagnose elevated iron, raised transferrin saturation and follow-up studies should be done.

Nutritional Iron Deficiency

Low dietary iron and/or iron demands can contribute to low levels. If the nutritional factors seem to be involved in iron deficiency, one can use testing to help make the determination.

Anaemia of Chronic Disease

Chronic diseases, inflammation, and long-term infections can cause changes in the body to how it stores and utilizes iron. The profile is useful to differentiate these changes from changes due to iron deficiency, which may potentially be needed.

Haemochromatosis

Haemochromatosis is an accumulation of iron in excess of the body's requirement. Laboratory tests such as Iron studies, transferrin saturation, and ferritin may help identify some cases that require more investigation.

Abnormal Iron Storage

Ferritin is a protein that reveals the quantity of iron stored in the body. Ferritin changes may be a response to disorders affecting iron, as well as inflammation, infection, or hepatopathies, which can increase ferritin levels.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an advanced diagnostic centre offering diagnostic services in the domains of Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Pathology under one roof. Our Pathology services are centred on correct sample handling, investigation of samples, and comprehensive reporting by trained professionals. We offer reliable diagnostic assistance in accordance with the quality standards and with a patient-centered approach.

Book Your Extended Iron Profile Test

If the doctor has suggested you get an Extended Iron Profile, you can contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. Bring your doctor's medical prescription with you and information about previous investigations of iron and anaemia, current treatment, and any iron-containing medication being taken. Specifics of the preparations may vary depending upon the parameters to be included in the profile, and it is important to follow the instructions provided by your doctor or by the laboratory for fasting.