Ferritin

ChemistryAlso known as: Iron storage proteinpmol/L

Measures the level of ferritin protein, which reflects your body's iron stores.

Normal Range
24 – 336 pmol/L
pmol/L
Abnormal Levels
Consult your provider
Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Ferritin is essential for diagnosing iron disorders. Too little iron causes fatigue and anemia; too much can damage organs. This test guides treatment decisions for both conditions.

Understanding Your Results

Normal Range

24 – 336 pmol/L

Overview

Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in your body. A blood ferritin test measures iron storage levels and is a key marker of iron metabolism. Elevated ferritin may indicate iron overload, hemochromatosis, inflammation, liver disease, or certain cancers. Low ferritin suggests iron deficiency, which can cause anemia, fatigue, and weakness. This test helps diagnose both iron deficiency and iron overload conditions.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

2276-4Primary
Ferritin [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma
ng/mL
14723-1
Ferritin [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma
pmol/L
14724-9
Ferritin [Interpretation] in Blood
20567-4
Ferritin [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay
ng/mL
24373-3
Ferritin [Mass/volume] in Blood
ng/mL
48141-6
Ferritin [Entitic mass] in Red Blood Cells
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53048-5
Ferritin [Mass/volume] in Body fluid
ug/L

Available Lab Tests

Order tests that measure this biomarker

Advanced Liver Health Basic

$293.92

Advanced Liver Health Comprehensive

$1044.34

Ferritin

$15.79
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