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    What is a Ferritin Test?

    The Ferritin test is a simple blood test that quantifies the amount of ferritin present in your blood. Ferritin acts as a storage protein for iron within your body. Iron connects with ferritin to create storage clusters within cells found in the liver, bone marrow, spleen, and muscles.

    Iron is essential for generating healthy red blood cells, which carry oxygen from your lungs to other parts of your body. It also plays a vital role in maintaining the health of muscles, bone marrow, and various organs. The body stores surplus iron in ferritin to maintain a reserve for future needs. When iron is required, cells release ferritin into the bloodstream in small amounts.

    A Ferritin test measures this ferritin in your blood, indirectly reflecting your body's iron levels and reserves. The Ferritin blood test serves two primary purposes: screening and diagnosis. Physicians use it to evaluate iron levels in individuals who may be at risk for iron deficiency before symptoms appear and to diagnose conditions related to iron imbalances, such as hemochromatosis (excess iron storage) and anaemia.

    Ferritin Test Parameters

    The Ferritin blood test in Delhi evaluates a single parameter: the serum ferritin level, with serum being the fluid part of your blood. This parameter is important for assessing iron status and diagnosing conditions related to iron. Ferritin levels are typically reported in nanograms per millilitre (ng/mL).

    Regular monitoring of ferritin is crucial for maintaining optimal iron balance and overall health. Routine ferritin testing assists in the early detection and management of iron-related disorders, ensuring timely and effective treatment. For those in Delhi looking to get a Ferritin test, searching for "Ferritin test at home" will lead you to the Orange Health Labs website.

    Ferritin Test Preparation

    Prerequisites: There are no specific preparations needed for a Ferritin blood test. Testing involves a simple procedure that also does not require fasting before the test.

    Best time to get tested: The Ferritin test can be conducted at any time during the day, offering flexibility for scheduling according to individual preferences.

    Who Should Take the Ferritin Test: Typically, the Ferritin blood test is recommended for individuals who may be at risk of iron deficiency or excess iron. This includes those exhibiting symptoms such as anaemia, fatigue, or unexplained weakness. Your doctor will assess your medical history and symptoms to determine your eligibility for the test.

    Cautions before taking the Ferritin test: There are no special precautions needed before a Ferritin test, as it simply involves drawing a blood sample. If you have any questions about preparation or the testing process, consult your healthcare provider. They will provide tailored advice based on your health condition.

    Why Take a Ferritin Test?

    Performing a Ferritin test at home is essential for measuring your iron levels and detecting conditions related to iron imbalances. Its primary functions include:

    • Diagnosing Diseases That Have Iron Imbalance: This test can identify conditions like hemochromatosis, resulting from too much iron, iron deficiency anaemia due to insufficient iron, and some liver disorders, as most ferritin is stored in the liver.

    • Checking Iron Levels in High-Risk Individuals: It checks if your body has adequate iron and is recommended for people who are underweight, pregnant, or have problems with food absorption like IBD or after gastrointestinal surgery.

    • Monitoring and Treatment: Ferritin testing helps monitor iron levels in conditions like cancer, kidney disease, and autoimmune diseases where iron levels might be low, and it checks the effectiveness of iron treatments.

    A Ferritin test is advisable if you have symptoms of abnormal iron levels:

    • Low Ferritin Symptoms: Your healthcare provider may suggest this test if you exhibit symptoms of iron deficiency anaemia, such as unusually pale skin, chronic tiredness, overall weakness, dizziness, shortness of breath, and a rapid heart rate.

    • High Ferritin Symptoms: Symptoms like joint pain, heart problems, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, hair loss, decreased libido, and persistent tiredness suggestive of high serum iron (hemochromatosis or iron overload) might lead your doctor to recommend a Ferritin test and additional tests.

    Regular Ferritin blood test is important for maintaining optimal iron levels and overall health. It provides valuable information about your iron levels and helps in the early detection and management of iron-related disorders.

    Ferritin Test Results & Interpretation

    Analyzing ferritin levels is important for evaluating your iron status. Low ferritin levels can point to an iron deficiency, while high levels might suggest other health issues. Use this table to interpret your Ferritin test findings:

    Age groupValue (ng/mL)
    Newborn25-200
    Children upto 30 Days200-800
    Children 1mth to 5mths50-200
    Children 5mths to 15yrs7-140
    Females 15yrs to 49yrs6.24-137
    Females >49yrs11.1-264
    Males >15yrs17.9-464

    Possible causes for :

    Low Ferritin levels - Low levels are seen in Iron deficiency anaemia (inadequate red blood cells), Bleeding in digestive tract, Poor absorption of iron from diet and medications, Heavy menstrual bleeding

    High Ferritin levels - High levels are seen in Liver disease, Alcohol use disorder, Hemochromatosis (Iron Overload), Hyperthyroidism, Autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis, Chronic conditions, such as diabetes Cancer, such as blood cancers (leukaemia or lymphoma) Obesity

    If your ferritin levels are abnormally high or low, it is important to consult your treating doctor for further evaluation and appropriate management.

    FAQs on Ferritin Test in Delhi

    The cost of the Ferritin test in Delhi ₹ 850. This is inclusive fastest home sample collection within 60 of booking the test. The reports will be available to you within 12 hours.

    The Ferritin blood test allows you to measure the concentration of ferritin levels in the blood sample. The testing helps detect and diagnose symptoms of iron deficiency or overload.

    No, the Ferritin test at home does not require fasting.

    Yes, ferritin test home collection can be availed at your preferred location and time at Orange Health Labs.

    Follow the steps to book any blood test or health checkup on our platform

    • Search for the Ferritin test in Delhi and visit Orange Health’s website.

    • Choose the Ferritin test, check the test prerequisites, and provide your details to proceed with the booking.

    • Upon confirmation of booking, our skilled and professional eMedic will visit your selected location to collect blood samples.

    • Your blood sample will be processed at your NABL-accredited and ICMR-approved laboratory.

    • Orange Health Labs ensures quick turnaround time. You can expect test results within within 12 hours. They will also be available on our app.

    Typical ferritin concentrations in the bloodstream range from 17.9 to 464 ng/mL. This range may differ somewhat based on the lab and the reference values it uses. Your treating doctor can provide an accurate interpretation of your results using these benchmarks.

    You can expect your test reports within 12 hours of sample collection.

    The frequency at which you should get tested depends on your symptoms, medical history, and health status. The timing of the Ferritin blood test will be determined by your treating doctor.

    The Ferritin blood test measures the levels of ferritin in the blood sample.

    Fasting is not required for the Ferritin blood test.

    Iron deficiency symptoms emerge initially presenting as mild and becoming more severe without intervention. Common symptoms are fatigue, chills, breathlessness, weakness, chest pain, dizziness, light-headedness, easy bruising, headaches, and restless legs syndrome.

    Orange Health Labs provides convenient at-home Ferritin tests in Delhi at various locations including Connaught Place, Chandni Chowk, Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar, South Extension, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, Saket, Vasant Kunj, Dwarka, Rohini, Pitampura, Janakpuri, Rajouri Garden, Mayur Vihar, Preet Vihar, Shahdara, Laxmi Nagar, Green Park, Safdarjung Enclave, Defence Colony, New Friends Colony, Kalkaji, Malviya Nagar, Nehru Place.

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