Is Transferrin saturation 6 low, normal or dangerous? What does Transferrin saturation level 6 mean?

Your Transferrin saturation level of 6 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.

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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	13.78
5-10 years	14.607
10-15 years	15.483
15-20 years	16.412
20-25 years	17.397
25-30 years	18.441
30-35 years	19.547
35-40 years	20.72
40-45 years	21.963
45-50 years	23.281
50-55 years	24.678
55-60 years	26.159
60-70 years	27.729
70-80 years	29.393
80-90 years	31.157
90-100 years	33.026
>100 years	35.008

*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	13.803
5-10 years	14.656
10-15 years	15.562
15-20 years	16.524
20-25 years	17.545
25-30 years	18.629
30-35 years	19.78
35-40 years	21.002
40-45 years	22.3
45-50 years	23.678
50-55 years	25.141
55-60 years	26.695
60-70 years	28.345
70-80 years	30.097
80-90 years	31.957
90-100 years	33.932
>100 years	36.029

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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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