Iron
Measures iron concentration in liver tissue via biopsy.
Why This Biomarker Matters
Elevated liver iron indicates hemochromatosis or iron overload disease. Detecting excess iron enables treatment to prevent cirrhosis, heart disease, and diabetes from iron accumulation.
Understanding Your Results
Normal Range
400 – 1400 ug/g
Optimal Ranges
Clinician-defined 4-point reference thresholds (mcg/dL)
Default Range
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Overview
This test measures iron concentration in liver tissue, typically obtained through biopsy. Liver iron assessment is used to diagnose and monitor hemochromatosis (iron overload) and cirrhosis. Elevated liver iron indicates excessive iron accumulation, which damages the liver and other organs, causing fibrosis, cirrhosis, and increased disease risk. Iron measurement helps distinguish iron-related liver disease from other causes and guides chelation or phlebotomy treatment.
Related Health Conditions
Conditions where Iron is commonly tested
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Therapies monitored using Iron
Technical Information (LOINC Codes)
Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker
2498-4Primary57028-32504-944326-753501-330030-138414-92499-214798-315357-753456-050869-751197-253503-957988-814797-587471-914799-117025-82497-625937-429764-830919-533824-434612-244325-944327-5Available Lab Tests
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