Total Iron-Binding Capacity

also known as TIBC

NORMAL_RANGE
250 – 370 μg/dL
UNIT
μg/dL

/WHAT_IT_IS

TIBC measures the blood's capacity to bind iron. Elevated in iron deficiency, decreased in iron overload.

/NORMAL_RANGE

Reference: 250–370 μg/dL.

What does high TIBC mean?

  • +Iron deficiency, pregnancy, oral contraceptives.

What does low TIBC mean?

  • +Iron overload, chronic inflammation, liver disease.

/ON_TRT

Part of a full iron panel.

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Last reviewed: 2026-06-04 · MyTRT does not provide medical advice. Always consult your physician.