Anemia is characterized by a low RBC or hemoglobin count. Your doctor may perform a TIBC test if you’re experiencing the symptoms of anemia. Why a total iron binding capacity test is performedĭoctors typically order TIBC tests to check for medical conditions that cause abnormal iron levels.
Check with your doctor to find out how much you need each day.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recommend that healthy people get the following amounts of iron through their diet: Infants and children
