For the quantitative determination of iron concentration in serum on TC Matrix analyzers.
Number of Tests:
380 tests
Testing Procedure:
Automated
Wavelength:
578 nm
Expected Values:
Newborn: 100‐250 µg/dL
Infant: 40‐100µg/dL
Child: 50‐120µg/dL
Male: 50‐160µg/dL
Female: 40‐150µg/dL
It is recommended that each laboratory establish its own range of expected values.
Linearity:
5‐500 µgdL
Limitations of Procedure:
Use disposable labware whenever possible. Rinse glassware with 0.1N HCl before use.
Ingestion of oral contraceptives will elevate iron values.
Iron‐dextran administration can cause elevation in total serum iron with this
methodology.
Hemoglobin may interfere with this methodology.
EDTA is known to interfere with this method.