Biomarkers

12 biomarkers tracked with reference ranges and optimal ranges

Biomarker Category Unit Reference Range Optimal Range
Calcium Mineral mg/dL 8.5 – 10.5 9.0 – 10.2
Calcium (serum) Mineral mg/dL 8.5 – 10.5 9.0 – 10.0
Ferritin Mineral ng/mL 12.0 – 150.0 40.0 – 100.0
Iron (serum) Mineral μg/dL 50.0 – 170.0 70.0 – 140.0
Magnesium (RBC) Mineral mg/dL 4.2 – 6.8 4.5 – 6.5
Magnesium (Serum) Mineral mg/dL 1.7 – 2.2 1.9 – 2.1
Potassium Mineral mEq/L 3.5 – 5.0 4.0 – 4.8
Selenium Mineral μg/L 70.0 – 150.0 90.0 – 130.0
TIBC Mineral μg/dL 250.0 – 450.0 250.0 – 370.0
Transferrin Mineral mg/dL 200.0 – 360.0 220.0 – 330.0
Transferrin Saturation Mineral % 20.0 – 50.0 25.0 – 45.0
Zinc (serum) Mineral μg/dL 66.0 – 110.0 80.0 – 100.0

Understanding Ranges

Reference range — the clinical "normal" range used by labs. Values outside this range are flagged as low or high.

Optimal range — a narrower band associated with better health outcomes in research. Values within reference but outside optimal are marked "suboptimal".

Always consult a healthcare provider for interpretation of your specific results.