Haptoglobin

General information:

Haptoglobin is a protein produced by the liver that the body uses to clear free hemoglobin (found outside of red blood cells) from the circulation. This test measures the amount of haptoglobin in the blood. Hemoglobin is an iron-containing protein complex that carries oxygen throughout the body. It is usually found in red blood cells (RBCs) and very little is found freely circulating in the blood. The test is suitable for signs of anemia, such as weakness, paleness, jaundice or darkening of the urine.

Sample required:

Venous blood

Key words:

Haptoglobin