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Mean level and standard deviation of iron measurements in cases by most common oral cancer site
| Site | Serum Iron (μg/dl) | Transferrin saturation (%) | TIBC (μg/dl) | Ferritin (ng/ml) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palate | 85.1 ± 17 | 17.0 ± 6.2 | 382 ± 70 | 304 ± 175 |
| Tongue | 95.3 ± 42 | 18.5 ± 8.0 | 412 ± 85 | 201 ± 151 |
| Floor of mouth | 110 ± 34 | 22.1 ± 8.7 | 432 ± 93 | 319 ± 279 |
| Gingiva | 98.1 ± 41 | 19.8 ± 8.6 | 388 ± 71 | 121 ± 117 |
