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.
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.
Visit a Partner Clinic
Cost: Add £30
We have partnered with Superdrug and Circle Health Hospitals in order to provide you with phlebotomy.
Nurse Home Visits
Cost: Add £55
Let our Nurses come to your home or place of work - we cover Mainland England, Wales, Scotland & Northern Ireland.
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.
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