Anemia Test Panel — Basic
Feeling tired, weak, or short of breath isn't always just part of a busy lifestyle. These symptoms may be signs of anemia—a common condition that occurs when your body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin to deliver oxygen efficiently throughout the body. The ICare Anemia Test Panel — Basic is designed to help identify the most common causes of anemia and provide valuable insight into your overall blood health.
Whether you're experiencing symptoms, have been told you may be anemic, or want to monitor your health as part of your annual wellness evaluation, this panel provides the information you and your healthcare provider need to make informed decisions about your care.
With ICare's concierge mobile laboratory services, comprehensive blood testing is brought directly to your home, office, or preferred location.
What Does This Test Measure?
The Anemia Test Panel — Basic combines key laboratory tests that evaluate your blood health and iron status.
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
The CBC evaluates several important components of your blood, including:
Red blood cell count (RBC)
Hemoglobin
Hematocrit
Red blood cell size (MCV)
White blood cells
Platelets
These measurements help determine whether anemia is present and provide clues about its potential cause.
Iron
Measures the amount of iron circulating in your bloodstream.
Iron is essential for producing hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout your body.
Ferritin
Ferritin measures your body's stored iron.
Low ferritin levels are one of the earliest indicators of iron deficiency, even before anemia develops.
Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC)
TIBC measures your blood's ability to transport iron.
When evaluated alongside iron and ferritin levels, TIBC helps your healthcare provider determine whether iron deficiency may be contributing to anemia.
Who Should Consider This Test?
The Anemia Test Panel — Basic may be beneficial for individuals who:
Experience persistent fatigue or weakness
Feel short of breath with normal activity
Notice dizziness or lightheadedness
Have pale skin
Experience frequent headaches
Have heavy menstrual periods
Follow vegetarian or vegan diets
Have a history of iron deficiency
Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
Want to monitor their overall blood health
Your healthcare provider may also recommend this panel if you're experiencing symptoms consistent with anemia or have risk factors for iron deficiency.
Why Is It Important?
Provides a broader picture of health, helps identify abnormalities, and supports personalized treatment decisions.
Preparation
Fasting (not eating or drinking anything except water) for 8-12 hours is recommended.
Turnaround
1-3 Business Days
Sample Type
Blood
What's Included
Physician Order
We provide the necessary doctor's order for this test.
Lab Fees
All laboratory processing fees are included in the price.
Digital Results
Secure, easy-to-read results delivered to your portal.
Important Information
How It Works
Book Online
Choose your test and checkout securely. We'll generate the order.
We Come to You
Schedule a mobile phlebotomist to visit your home or office.
Get Results
Receive your physician-reviewed results online in days.