Ferritin Test
- Category
- Iron & Anaemia
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
What Is This Test?
Measures ferritin, the protein that stores iron in the body. It is the best single test of your iron stores.
Why this test is performed?
Low ferritin confirms iron deficiency (often before anaemia develops) — a common cause of fatigue and hair fall. High ferritin can indicate iron overload, inflammation, liver disease or infection.
Who should take this test?
Tiredness, pale skin, breathlessness, hair fall, heavy periods, pregnancy, or known anaemia.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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- No fasting
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. Ferritin rises with inflammation or infection and can mask iron deficiency, so doctors may check iron studies too.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 12–36 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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