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Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Iron, an essential micronutrient, has a vital role in the body\u2019s functioning. Your body relies on iron in red blood cells to carry oxygen to all its cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both high and low iron levels may indicate a severe underlying problem. To diagnose and monitor these diseases, your doctor may recommend Serum ferritin. This test measures the amount of stored iron in your body, giving your doctor an overall picture of your iron levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>What is Ferritin?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ferritin is a protein that acts as the primary storage for iron inside the cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ferritin is present mainly in the liver but also in the bone marrow, spleen, and muscles. Small amounts of ferritin also circulate in the blood. The ferritin concentration within the bloodstream reflects the amount of iron stored in your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is ferritin the same as iron?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ferritin isn\u2019t the same thing as iron in your body. Instead, ferritin is a protein that binds iron, releasing it when your body needs it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Why is Ferritin Test done?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The doctor can get clues about your overall iron levels by examining how much ferritin is in your blood. The more ferritin in your blood, the more stored iron your body has.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Low ferritin levels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your doctor may order a ferritin test if you have some of the following symptoms associated with low ferritin levels:<\/p>\n\n\n\n