Iron, Total
Additional Codes
LAB94
Performing Laboratory
MBMC Main Laboratory
Methodology
Colorimetric -FerroZine
Specimen Requirements
Note: This test is also available as part of Iron Profile. See Common Panel Test Combinations in Special Instructions to avoid duplicate test requests when multiple panels are ordered.
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-green top (lithium heparin
gel)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Alternative Specimen Type: Serum
Alternative Container/Tube: Gold, Serum gel
Alternative Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours
Reference Values
0-1 month: 100-250 ug/dL
1 mo-12 yr: 50-120 ug/dL
>12 yrs F: 35-145 ug/dL; M: 50-100 ug/dL
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Test Classification:This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer’s instructions.
CPT Code:
83540
Special Instructions
Stability
5 days Refrigerated