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Beta-1 globulins

The third electrophoresis band, dominated by transferrin.

Unit g/dLTypical adult range 0.3–0.59 g/dL
What it is

The third electrophoresis band, dominated by transferrin.

Why it matters

Because transferrin rises when iron is short, this band quietly follows your iron stores.

Reading the number

A raised beta-1 band with a low ferritin is the iron-deficiency pattern showing up in an unexpected place. Some labs report beta-1 and beta-2 merged as a single beta band.

What moves it
iron storesinflammationpregnancyoestrogen
Read alongside
Beta-2 globulinsTransferrinTotal protein
When to raise it

Worth reading with the iron panel rather than on its own.

Tracking only, not a diagnosis. The range above is a typical adult reference range — the range printed by the lab that ran your test is the one that applies to you. Discuss anything that concerns you with your doctor.

Also known as

On a report in another language.

A lab report names this analyte in its own language. Vitals Vault recognises each of these and files them all under Beta-1 globulins.

Beta 1-GlobulinasBeta-1-Globuline

Track your beta-1 globulins over time.

Beta-1 globulins is one of 165 analytes Vitals Vault charts over time. Import a lab report in any language and this number lands on a timeline only you can read.

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Tracking only. This app is not medical advice. Always discuss results and future analysis with your doctor.

Catalog entry last updated 2026-08-28. Browse all 165 metrics.