Sample type: Serum
Test name: Ferritin a.k.a. Iron Stores
Condition / Indication: Indicator of Fe stores
Special precautions & notes: Levels may be falsely high during infection or inflamation (i.e. when CRP is raised).
Reference range: Adult reference ranges: Female 11-310 ug/L, Male 24-340 ug/L. See Remedy for further guidance.
Container: Serum (Gold top)
Ideal volume (mL): 5 mL
Discipline: Clinical Biochemistry
Section: Automated Laboratory
Turnaround time: 24 hours