Ferritin: What It Detects, Normal Range

Overview

The Ferritin, Serum test measures the amount of ferritin in your blood. Ferritin is a protein that stores iron and releases it when the body needs it. Since ferritin reflects the body's iron reserves, this test is one of the most reliable ways to assess iron status. Healthcare providers commonly use the Ferritin test to investigate anemia, fatigue, weakness, hair loss, and suspected iron deficiency. It can also help identify conditions related to excess iron storage, chronic inflammation, liver disease, and certain infections.

What It Measures

Why Take This Test?

• To assess iron stores in the body. To diagnose iron deficiency anemia. To investigate unexplained fatigue
• weakness
• or hair loss. To monitor iron supplementation therapy. To detect iron overload disorders such as hemochromatosis. To support the evaluation of chronic inflammatory and liver conditions.

How to Prepare

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Description

Measures ferritin levels in the blood to evaluate iron stores and help diagnose iron deficiency or iron overload conditions.