Question

Calculate for the % saturation: UIBC 185, Fe 125.
A. 80%
B. 50%
C. 40%
D. 30%

Answer 1

The percent saturation is calculated using the UIBC and serum iron levels. Adding UIBC (185 µg/dL) to Fe (125 µg/dL) gives us TIBC, which is used to determine the percent saturation of 40%.

Step-by-step explanation:

To calculate the percent saturation, you would use the formula involving the total iron-binding capacity (TIBC):

Percent Saturation = (Serum Iron ÷ TIBC) × 100%

First, calculate the TIBC by adding UIBC (Unbound Iron Binding Capacity) to the serum iron level:

TIBC = UIBC + Fe = 185 + 125 = 310 µg/dL

Next, calculate the percent saturation:

Percent Saturation = (125 µg/dL ÷ 310 µg/dL) × 100% = 40.32%

When rounded to the nearest whole number, you get a percent saturation of 40%, which corresponds to option C.