{"product_id":"ferritin-serum","title":"Ferritin, Serum","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2b421n\" data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eFerritin, Serum – F0002\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wcyos3\" data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"198\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eTest Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eFerritin, Serum test\u003c\/strong\u003e measures the level of ferritin, a vital protein that stores iron in the body. Ferritin acts as an indicator of total iron reserves and plays a crucial role in diagnosing iron-related disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eThis test is widely used to evaluate \u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"480\"\u003eiron deficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e, detect \u003cstrong data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eiron overload conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e, and monitor chronic diseases that may affect iron metabolism. Since ferritin reflects the body's stored iron, it is considered one of the most reliable markers for assessing iron status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"710\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mvoiss\" data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eWhy This Test is Important\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eFerritin levels help clinicians understand whether the body has sufficient iron to support essential functions like oxygen transport and energy production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ka6y1b\" data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eLow ferritin levels\u003c\/strong\u003e indicate depleted iron stores, often leading to iron deficiency anemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jm0xkd\" data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003eHigh ferritin levels\u003c\/strong\u003e may suggest iron overload or underlying inflammation, liver disease, or chronic illness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eThis test is commonly recommended for individuals experiencing fatigue, weakness, pale skin, or suspected nutritional deficiencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ju24ml\" data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eWhen is the Test Recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eYour doctor may advise a Ferritin test if you have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zqa93b\" data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eSymptoms of anemia (fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pb90n8\" data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eSuspected iron deficiency or malnutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a12ydu\" data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eChronic infections or inflammatory conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xlmr3\" data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eLiver disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aibkbr\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eConditions like hemochromatosis (iron overload disorder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17olo3p\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eMonitoring response to iron therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xk2whk\" data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eSample Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"by9peh\" data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eBlood sample (Serum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gm1myn\" data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n802qt\" data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eFasting is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003enot usually required\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n4tiqo\" data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eInform your doctor about any supplements or medications, especially iron supplements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ulmk3l\" data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eNormal Reference Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g5p5dc\" data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eMen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 – 336 ng\/mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5deg0c\" data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eWomen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 – 307 ng\/mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e(Reference ranges may vary slightly depending on the laboratory)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"qexy9t\" data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eUnderstanding the Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eLow Ferritin Levels May Indicate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"166rkko\" data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eIron deficiency anemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wvp65g\" data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eChronic blood loss (e.g., heavy menstruation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"syiue8\" data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003ePoor dietary intake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8wdp9m\" data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eMalabsorption disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eHigh Ferritin Levels May Indicate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ipcd8c\" data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eIron overload (hemochromatosis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14eg6y5\" data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eChronic inflammation or infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kho6tc\" data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003eLiver disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3i3nmt\" data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eCertain cancers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uyzwie\" data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eClinical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eFerritin is not only a marker of iron storage but also an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eacute-phase reactant\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning its levels may increase in response to inflammation. Therefore, results are often interpreted alongside other tests like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ci6uge\" data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003eSerum Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1su48rc\" data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003eTotal Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mt2lu2\" data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2696\"\u003eTransferrin Saturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dpsdpn\" data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003eComplete Blood Count (CBC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vkqjr5\" data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003eWho Should Get Tested?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e1in0u\" data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2818\"\u003eIndividuals with unexplained fatigue or weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ycm1pf\" data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2837\"\u003ePregnant women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8lazcc\" data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003ePatients with chronic illnesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"139bhnu\" data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003ePeople on long-term restrictive diets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v4xhhn\" data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003eIndividuals undergoing iron therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"k7ienn\" data-start=\"2962\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2966\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003eKey Benefits of the Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3183\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m3cmiq\" data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003eEarly detection of iron deficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ahktlc\" data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3081\"\u003eHelps prevent anemia-related complications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r6ai6w\" data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3132\"\u003eAssists in diagnosing iron overload conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e9abf7\" data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3183\"\u003eSupports monitoring of treatment effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3185\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"o20c5v\" data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3222\" data-end=\"3424\"\u003eFerritin testing is a simple yet powerful diagnostic tool that provides deep insight into your body’s iron balance. 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