Ferritin is the best Iron storage indicator and is useful in the diagnosis of hypochromic, microcytic anemias. Decreased in iron deficiency anemia and increased in iron overload.
It is a protein found in the blood which carries iron. Like TIBC/UIBC, and transferrin saturation, it can tell us how much iron is stored in the body. The higher the level within a health screening, the greater the amount of iron stored. This test can be used to detect iron deficiency, and also conditions of iron excess (such as haemochromatosis). Ferritin can also be raised if inflammation is present in the body somewhere.
Sample Collection Options for this Ferritin Test.
Fingerprick Self Collect Sample

Cost: Free - Pay for Test Only

You can easily collect the blood required for this Ferritin Test by using one of our Finger-Prick Collection Kits.
Tasso Autodraw Self Collect

Add £15

The new TASSO autodraw devices make blood collection as easy as pushing a button, available with this test.
Clinics or Nurse Home Visits

Add £30 for Clinic, £55 for Nurse Visit

Go to a Partnered Clinic or Pharmacy or Let our Nurses come to your home or place of work anywhere in mainland UK. Or self arrange vacutainer draw yourself for £0
This Blood Test can be taken at Home
This home blood test is available for fingerprick (microtainer) OR Phlebotomy (venous vacutainer) collection using one of our many phlebotomy options across the UK. You can even choose to arrange your own health professional to collect the sample.
If you're unsure about how to access this test or how the procedure works please watch this short video.
This test is now possible through Tasso collection - see below.
Simply choose "Tasso" at checkout for £15 - Using the device is as simple as pressing a button and waiting a few minutes for the blood to be gently drawn from your arm
Do you have a question about this Ferritin test? We aim to get back to you with an answer the same working day.
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