Ferritin
Test
Ferritin
Ferritin is a protein present in your blood that consists of iron. A Ferritin test measures the amount of ferritin in your blood. The number of ferritin records for the constituency of iron.
Doctors recommend for a Ferritin test to:
- Diagnose iron deficiency or anemia
- Liver Disease
- Hemochromatosis – a condition where your body absorbs excess iron from the food you
consume - Adult Still’s Disease
- Monitor iron-related conditions or ongoing treatments
The normal range of ferritin in the blood for:
Women – 11 to 307 micrograms per liter
Men – 24 to 336 micrograms per liter
No prior preparations are required. A sample of blood will be drawn from your veins and tested.
Test Table
| Test Parameter | Sample | Methodology | Temp. | Schedule | Reporting | Price (INR) | Clinical Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferritin | Serum (1 ml) | Nephelometry | A/R | Daily | 4 Hours | 800 | 12-14 Hrs Fasting Required. To determine Iron storage in the body |