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Test Code IRON Iron, Serum

Performing Laboratory

ChristianaCare:

  • Newark Campus
  • Wilmington Campus

Methodology

Dye Binding

Reference Values

40-150 mcg/dL

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:  3.5-mL gel separator tube
Specimen:  Full tube
Collection Instructions:

Note:  Label tube with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, date and time of draw, collector’s initials, and type of specimen.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Routine Turnaround Time:  8 hours

STAT Turnaround Time:  not available