UIBC (Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity of Serum)
UIBC shows what portion of iron-transporting proteins in blood remains free and unbound to iron. Used to assess iron metabolism and iron stores in the body.
The test helps:
- Detect iron deficiency
- Diagnose iron-deficiency anemia
- Assess transferrin iron saturation
- Clarify causes of anemia
Biomaterial: Venous blood
Submit fasting (8-12 hours without food)
Avoid alcohol and intense physical exertion for 24 hours
Avoid iron supplements for 3-5 days (with doctor's approval)
- Decreased hemoglobin
- Anemia symptoms (weakness, fatigue, dizziness)
- Suspected iron metabolism disorders
- Chronic diseases and inflammatory processes
Elevated UIBC — iron deficiency
Decreased UIBC — iron overload, chronic inflammatory diseases
