It also transports the iron when not needed back to the storage sites. A low TIBC suggests malnutrition or iron excess. A high TIBC suggests and iron deficiency. This indicates possible liver, heart or muscle disease. Vigorous exercise can elevate this level, as always, consult your physician with elevated results.
Liver function some as above.
Confirmation should be made with second blood test. This percent is obtained by comparing the iron level to the TIBC level. It is a simple way to compare the amount of iron in the blood to the capacity of the blood to transport iron. Cholesterol Cholesterol is an essential blood fat, but too high a level of this blood fat has been shown to be associated with a higher risk of heart disease and clogged blood vessels. This number helps to compare your cholesterol level to others of your age and sex.