Better2Know Vitamins & minerals

Iron Test

A test to measure your Iron levels for men and women.

Sample
Blood
Collection
Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £75
Results in
1 day
Biomarkers
1
Tests for
  • Iron Status

Test specifications

Provider
Better2Know
Sample type
blood
Collection method
venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £75
Turnaround time
1 day
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.

  • Iron Status

About this test

What is the Better2Know Iron Status Test

An Iron status profile test is a blood test that measures the levels of Iron, Ferritin and Transferrin Saturation (TS) in your blood. This test can help diagnose anaemia, Iron overload, and liver disease. Too much Iron or too little Iron are both bad for your health so monitoring your Iron levels is always a great idea.

What does this test measure?

  • Iron is the amount of dissolved Iron in your blood
  • Ferritin is the amount of Iron that is stored in your body
  • Total Iron-binding capacity (TIBC) is a measure of how well your body transports Iron
  • Transferrin saturation is the ratio of Iron to Total Iron Binding Capacity

Why should you get this Iron Status Test?

  • To check for Iron deficiency or anaemia
  • To check for Iron overload or hemochromatosis
  • To check for liver disease
  • To check for restless legs syndrome
  • To check for adult Still disease
  • To monitor the effectiveness of treatments for Iron deficiency or excess Iron

What can the results of this Iron Status test mean?

  • Low Iron levels could indicate anaemia
  • High Iron levels could indicate hemochromatosis
  • High TIBC could indicate Iron deficiency
  • Low TS could indicate Iron deficiency
  • Low ferritin levels could indicate Iron deficiency

How do I schedule my Iron Status test?

To arrange your appointment, click the "Get Started" button at the top of the page. Choose a suitable clinic, date, and time for you.

What can I expect at my appointment?

At your appointment, your clinician will collect a small blood sample. They will send it to our laboratory for fast and accurate analysis.

How will I receive my test results?

Your test results will be uploaded to your secure online Patient Area as soon as they become available. You can check whenever you like. We will send you an email or SMS when your results are ready.

What if my Iron levels are outside the normal range?

If you your Iron levels are abnormal, we will make an appointment for you with one of our doctors. Your Better2Know doctor will be able to help you to get the treatment you need for your condition.

Description provided by Better2Know.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 9.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 6.3/10

    1 biomarkers, placing it in the 31st percentile of vitamins tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 6.0/10

    Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.

  • Results and follow-up 4.5/10

    Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.

  • Trust signals 6.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.2 from 775 reviews; CQC registered; trading 18+ years.

  • Value for money 2.7/10

    £150.00 against a median of £85.00 for the 73 similarly sized vitamins tests we track (+76%).

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