Treatment and symptoms of Transferrin saturation 20 % | Diet for normal Transferrin saturation level 20 %

Normal Transferrin saturation level of 20 can cause a number of symptoms.

An abnormal transferrin saturation level of 20 can reveal issues with iron transport and storage. A transferrin saturation of 20 may indicate either iron deficiency or excess, depending on accompanying markers like TIBC and serum iron. This test is important in diagnosing disorders such as iron-deficiency anemia or hemochromatosis and is a reliable indicator of how efficiently iron is bound and transported in the bloodstream. Treatments vary, but your priority should be altering your diet without delay.

Ideal levels of Transferrin saturation in the blood are approximately 13 - 45 % (Men)

Ideal agewise Transferrin saturation level for men :

Age	Ideal Transferrin saturation value
<5 years	13.26
5-10 years	13.5252
10-15 years	13.7957
15-20 years	14.07161
20-25 years	14.35304
25-30 years	14.6401
30-35 years	14.9329
35-40 years	15.23156
40-45 years	15.53619
45-50 years	15.84691
50-55 years	16.16385
55-60 years	16.48713
60-70 years	16.81687
70-80 years	17.15321
80-90 years	17.49627
90-100 years	17.8462
>100 years	18.20312

*Optimal values are derived from our extensive collection of patient data.

Clear up any confusion about your Transferrin saturation blood test results. Our Transferrin saturation specialist will give you an accurate interpretation and explain the risks linked to your abnormal Transferrin saturation levels. Send report to Transferrin saturation expert

1,51,150

Number of blood tests uploaded

How can our Transferrin saturation expert help you?

Eliminate any doubts about your Transferrin saturation blood test results with guidance from our experienced Transferrin saturation specialist. You'll receive a clear, accurate interpretation of your bloodwork—helping you take control of your health and gain peace of mind.Send report to Transferrin saturation expert

Below are the symptoms and treatments associated with high Transferrin Saturation levels:

• Symptoms of High Transferrin Saturation (Iron Overload):
• High transferrin saturation may indicate iron overload, which can lead to symptoms such as joint pain, fatigue, liver damage, and abdominal pain.
• Other symptoms of iron overload include heart problems (e.g., arrhythmias), skin darkening (especially around joints), and diabetes.
• Iron overload can damage organs like the heart, liver, and pancreas if left untreated, and it may be associated with conditions like hemochromatosis.
• Treatments for High Transferrin Saturation:
• If high transferrin saturation is due to iron overload, treatment often involves phlebotomy (regular blood removal) or iron chelation therapy to reduce iron levels.
• In cases of hemochromatosis (a genetic disorder causing iron buildup), regular blood donation or medication to remove excess iron may be prescribed.
• Dietary adjustments, such as avoiding excessive iron-rich foods or vitamin C supplements that increase iron absorption, may also be recommended.
• If organ damage is suspected, further treatment to address any affected organs (e.g., liver or heart) may be necessary to prevent long-term complications.

Email-based medical advice for managing normal Transferrin saturation levels. Send report to Transferrin saturation expert

Ideal levels of Transferrin saturation in the blood are approximately 13-45 % (Women)

Ideal agewise Transferrin saturation level for women :

Age	Ideal Transferrin saturation value
<5 years	13.2678
5-10 years	13.54112
10-15 years	13.82007
15-20 years	14.10476
20-25 years	14.39532
25-30 years	14.69186
30-35 years	14.99451
35-40 years	15.3034
40-45 years	15.61865
45-50 years	15.94039
50-55 years	16.26876
55-60 years	16.6039
60-70 years	16.94594
70-80 years	17.29503
80-90 years	17.65131
90-100 years	18.01493
>100 years	18.38604

Certain medicines, alcohol and foods rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids can sometimes affect the results of some laboratory tests. If you have come to know that your Transferrin saturation is not in the normal range (13-45 %), then you should immediately contact an experienced doctor.

Find out which places have shown the most interest in the last 30 days :

Îles de Boynes

Gimeux

Iwasaki, Aomori

Halakere

Kfar Bin Nun

Lakha Hakam

Kondli

Georgetown, Ontario

Kallakudi

Kingdom of East Anglia

La Bâtie-Rolland

Lavaufranche

Guitalens-L'Albarède

Lablachère

Jinshi City

Karanja, Raigad

Koovagam

Haplincourt

Gizay

Gerace

Gevigney-et-Mercey

Kumbalam, Krishnagiri

José María Morelos, Quintana Roo

Grand Duchy of Tuscany

La Croix-de-la-Rochette

La Digne-d'Amont

La Chapelle-d'Aunainville

Le Plessis-Grohan

Kuancheng District

Kotha Cheruvukommu Palem

Lerrain

Keshiari

Hesdin

Great Britain at the Hopman Cup

Le Meix-Saint-Epoing

Kingdom of Redonda

Leyritz-Moncassin

Le Moulinet-sur-Solin

Landifay-et-Bertaignemont

Islay Island (Antarctica)

Junghwa-dong

Kingdom of Albania (medieval)

Larroque-Saint-Sernin

Hanamana Hatti

Kame Island

Governorate of Dalmatia

Karumandi Chellipalayam

La Buxerette

Gioux

Kiryat Ye'arim Youth Village

Lavatoggio

Khanwa

Gurgy-le-Château

Kazakhstan

Hainan Li-Miao Autonomous Prefecture

Kondapur, Nalgonda

La Fresnais

Karanjgaon (village)

Itoi (Hitui)

Lamayouro

Gaocheng, Jiangxi

Kalappanaickenpatti

Kalabuda

Garacharma

Hestroff

Jiuli District

Gobindpur, Kapurthala

L.I.G. Colony

Goldsby, Oklahoma

Gangnan, Hebei

Kotcherla

Illtal

Karjod

Gourdon, Ardèche

Karadikop

Geography of the Solomon Islands

Kwabre District

Hujra Shah Muqeem

Head Island

Laval-du-Tarn

Lansac, Gironde

Jammulapalem

Lépron-les-Vallées

Kuched

Gitanyow Band

Goudgeri

Kingdom of Gumma

Huilly-sur-Seille

Hellenic State (1941–44)

Greucourt

Geography of Bhutan

La Baule-Escoublac

Ifs, Calvados

Kadayanickadu

La Plaine, Maine-et-Loire

Jiang'an District

Katiu

Les Ventes-de-Bourse

Kallur, Chittoor

Hay Islands

La Bréole

Gungjeong-dong

L'Hôpital-le-Grand

Kangeyampatti

Kalayat

Helena, Montana

Kœur-la-Petite

Ghoraghata Rail Station

Koliwara

Katwa II

La Ville-du-Bois

Les Touches

La Chapelle-sous-Uchon

Kudkelli

Léguillac-de-l'Auche

Karelo-Finnish Soviet Socialist Republic

Kudappanakunnu

Golden Rock, Tiruchirappalli

Hongqiao Subdistrict, Guangzhou

Knutange

Hāsalpur inscription of Nāgavarman

Immunity (medical)

Haven, New York

Kundannoor

Karulai

Kari Tokha

Gaudiempré

Kaduthuruthy-Mannar

Le Neubourg

Gousse

Lamberville, Seine-Maritime

Kandhla

Kalabhavi

Grantwood, New Jersey

Guewenheim

Jarwaans Shareef

Jalage

Kuching Division

Kalleshvara Temple, Aralaguppe

Karuppilakattalai

Ikitsuki, Nagasaki

Hathni Kund

Hailstorm Island

Huacachina

Kalaigaon

Juxue

Jattir

Ghose (B.K.)

Kannur South

Kombanai Pudhur

What to do after Transferrin saturation blood test?

If bleeding occurs after your Transferrin saturation test, raise your arm and apply pressure to the spot for at least 3 minutes. It’s normal to see some bruising after a Transferrin saturation blood draw. If you feel pain following the Transferrin saturation test, apply ice wrapped in a towel to the area for 10 minutes. For anything more than mild discomfort, contact your doctor.

Transferrin saturation treatment - Click to read 10 GOLDEN ARTICLES on Anemia