Advanced Iron Test

For a more in depth analysis of iron status, add the advanced iron profile to test the markers serum iron, transferrin saturation and total iron binding capacity in addition to ferritin.

At-home test
Doctor reviewed

Sample: Blood
Collection: At-home finger-prick or Tasso EasyDraw or venous draw (clinic, nurse visit or own kit)
Results in: 1–2 days
Biomarkers: 4
Doctor reviewed: Yes

Tests for

Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC)
Ferritin
Transferrin saturation
Serum Iron

Test specifications

Provider: Selph
Sample type: blood
Collection method: at-home finger-prick or Tasso EasyDraw or venous draw (clinic, nurse visit or own kit)
Turnaround time: 1–2 days
Biomarkers tested: 4
At-home test: Yes
Doctor reviewed: Yes
Gender focus: Both

What's tested

4 biomarkers as listed by Selph.

Iron Deficiency

Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC)

Iron status

Ferritin
Transferrin saturation

Serum Iron

About this test

For a more in depth analysis of iron status, add the advanced iron profile to test the markers serum iron, transferrin saturation and total iron binding capacity in addition to ferritin. This is helpful to determine the cause of a low ferritin level.

The Advanced Iron Test is the upgraded version of the Iron Deficiency Blood Test, chosen with the "Upgrade" option on that page (+£6.00 on the standard test; listed by Selph at £51.00 as a standalone panel).

Description provided by Selph.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score

Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

Clarity and UX 8.0/10

The listing publishes a short 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 6.4/10

4 biomarkers against a median of 5 across the 7 tests in its comparison group.
Collection Convenience 10.0/10

Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.
Price Value 5.6/10

£55.00 against a comparison-group median of £49.00 (+12%).
Results and Follow-up 8.5/10

Results are reviewed by a doctor.
Trust Signals 10.0/10

Trustpilot 4.9 from 71,592 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs (Inuvi, TDL)); CQC registered; doctor review as standard.

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