Ferritin
Test Code: MTC00391
Minerals
Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in the body and releases it when the body needed.
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Sample Type:
Blood,
Preparation:
Without Fasting
TAT:
4 hours
15.
000
KWD
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Test Details
Ferritin is an intracellular protein that serves as the primary storage form of iron, helping regulate its levels and prevent toxicity from free iron. Measuring ferritin levels in the blood reflects the body's iron stores, making it a useful marker for diagnosing iron deficiency (such as anemia) or iron overload (such as hemochromatosis or chronic inflammation).
Low ferritin usually indicates iron deficiency or iron deficiency anemia.
High ferritin may suggest iron overload, liver disease, or chronic inflammation.
Ferritin is crucial in anemia diagnosis, as low levels strongly point to iron deficiency.
Yes, ferritin is an acute-phase reactant and increases with inflammation.
