Name | Transferrin (Iron rich) or Holo Transferrin |
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What is Transferrin (Iron rich) | Transferrin is a glycoprotein present in the blood and is encoded by the TF gene. It binds to iron and transports it throughout the body. This is bound to iron. |
What is it used for | A transferrin test directly measures the level of iron in the blood and a high level of transferrin suggests iron-deficiency anemia whereas a lower level indicates hemolytic anemia and liver diseases. |
Source | Human Plasma |
Purity | High pure (SDS-PAGE and Activity/TP ratio) |
Testing method | Immunoturbidimetry |
Stability | 2 years (Accelerated) |
Storage | – 20°C |
Viral testing | Negative for HBs-Ag, Anti-HCV and Anti-HIV I & II using CLIA (US-FDA approved) and for absence of viral DNA/RNA for HBV, HIV and HCV using PCR |