Is Transferrin saturation 12 low, normal or dangerous? What does Transferrin saturation level 12 mean?

Your Transferrin saturation level of 12 is a Low Transferrin saturation level.

Low Transferrin saturation levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 13 % and 45 %. 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.

The normal Transferrin saturation range for men is :13 - 45 %

Ideal values of Transferrin saturation depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Transferrin saturation value
<5 years	13.156
5-10 years	13.314
10-15 years	13.474
15-20 years	13.636
20-25 years	13.8
25-30 years	13.966
30-35 years	14.134
35-40 years	14.304
40-45 years	14.476
45-50 years	14.65
50-55 years	14.826
55-60 years	15.004
60-70 years	15.184
70-80 years	15.366
80-90 years	15.55
90-100 years	15.737
>100 years	15.926

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

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Transferrin saturation levels include:

• Anemia
• Your body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells
• Chronic Illness
• Iron poisoning
• Gastrointestinal blood loss

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Normal range of Transferrin saturation found among women :13-45 %

Ideal values of Transferrin saturation depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Transferrin saturation value
<5 years	13.161
5-10 years	13.324
10-15 years	13.489
15-20 years	13.656
20-25 years	13.825
25-30 years	13.996
30-35 years	14.169
35-40 years	14.344
40-45 years	14.521
45-50 years	14.7
50-55 years	14.882
55-60 years	15.066
60-70 years	15.252
70-80 years	15.441
80-90 years	15.632
90-100 years	15.825
>100 years	16.021

If you take a Transferrin saturation blood test and the results are not in the normal range (13-45 %), 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 Transferrin saturation Test Is Done :

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

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