Is TIBC 244 low, normal or dangerous? What does Total iron binding capacity level 244 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 24, 2025

Your TIBC level of 244 is a Low TIBC level.

Low TIBC levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 250 mcg/dL and 450 mcg/dL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

Important - Scroll to the end of this article to see how our patients managed their low TIBC levels

The normal TIBC range for men is :250 - 450 mcg/dL

**Ideal values of TIBC depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal TIBC value
<5 years	256.1
5-10 years	262.349
10-15 years	268.75
15-20 years	275.308
20-25 years	282.026
25-30 years	288.907
30-35 years	295.956
35-40 years	303.177
40-45 years	310.575
45-50 years	318.153
50-55 years	325.916
55-60 years	333.868
60-70 years	342.014
70-80 years	350.359
80-90 years	358.908
90-100 years	367.665
>100 years	376.636

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

Misdiagnosis is more common than people think—and the consequences can be serious. Delayed treatment, unnecessary medication, or worse. If you want a second opinion on your blood work, one option is to upload it to a site like wholebodyprotocol.com, where world-class doctors review your results. They charge a small fee—around $90 (though you'll want to check the latest price as it fluctuates)—and email you a detailed report. With over 12 million people affected by misdiagnosis every year, that little bit of extra peace of mind can go a long way.

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Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their low TIBC levels

Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease TIBC levels include:

Iron deficiency
Iron poisoning
Inflammation
Chronic liver disease
Hemochromatosis

Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their low TIBC levels

Normal range of TIBC found among women :250-450 mcg/dL

**Ideal values of TIBC depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal TIBC value
<5 years	256.283
5-10 years	262.724
10-15 years	269.327
15-20 years	276.096
20-25 years	283.035
25-30 years	290.148
30-35 years	297.44
35-40 years	304.915
40-45 years	312.578
45-50 years	320.434
50-55 years	328.487
55-60 years	336.743
60-70 years	345.206
70-80 years	353.882
80-90 years	362.776
90-100 years	371.893
>100 years	381.239

Also Read :Symptoms of Low TIBC

If you take a TIBC blood test and the results are not in the normal range (250-450 mcg/dL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the TIBC Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a TIBC test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your TIBC levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your TIBC test results are usually available within a few hours.

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