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What is a Ferritin test?
Ferritin is released into the bloodstream by the cells when a human body uses iron. Therefore, ferritin levels show the levels of iron stored in an individual. The main reason behind performing a ferritin test is to measure the amount of ferritin in the blood. If the doctors suspect that you have abnormal iron levels in the body then they may suggest you to go for a ferritin test.
What is the purpose of this test?
As we all know, too high or too little amount of iron in the body may lead to several types of health problems. This is the main reason why a ferritin test is necessary. Also, a ferritin test can be suggested to any individual who is experiencing liver conditions or restless leg syndrome. Apart from that, individuals who have a low hemoglobin level in the body should also consider going for this test.
What is the procedure of a Ferritin test?
Your blood sample is needed to perform a Ferritin test. Soon after you appear for a ferritin test, one of the healthcare professionals will collect your blood sample using a syringe. Later the sample will be carried to the lab and the ferritin test will be performed on that collected sample.
Result of a Ferritin test
Knowingly, 14.7 ng/ml to 205.1 ng/ml is the normal ferritin level in every individual who are assigned female at birth. On the other hand, the normal levels of ferritin in the body of individuals assigned male at birth is 30.3 ng/ml to 565.7 ng/ml.
A high ferritin level indicates the presence of excessive iron storage in the body. Factors that can be the reason for elevated levels of iron in an individual are
Low ferritin levels in the body indicates that either that individual is suffering from iron deficiency anemia, or the body of that individual is not being able to absorb sufficient iron from the diet. Once any abnormalities are detected in the test report, it is necessary to get in touch with a doctor as soon as possible and discuss further treatment options.
