What Is the Percent of Transferrin Saturation and UIBC in a Patient

question 31

Multiple Choice

What is the percent of transferrin saturation and UIBC in a patient with a serum iron of 85 mcg (µg) /dL and a TIBC of 280 ug/dL?

• A) 45%; 280 mcg/dL
• B) 30%; 195 mcg/dL
• C) 55%; 195 mcg/dL
• D) 32%; 280 mcg/dL

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Definitions:

Triglycerides

A type of fat found in the blood, originating from foods or produced by the body, used for energy storage.

Fatty Acids

Long-chain hydrocarbons found in fats and oils that are sources of energy, important in diet and metabolism.

Glycerol

A simple sugar alcohol compound that forms the backbone of triglycerides, which are the primary components of plant and animal fats and oils.

Amino Acids

Amino acids are organic compounds that combine to form proteins, serving as the building blocks of life and playing critical roles in cell structure and function.