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What is the process to book a Ferritin Blood Test in Mumbai?
What is the Ferritin Test used for?
Doctors prescribe a Ferritin test to check for abnormalities in your blood iron levels or hemoglobin levels.
Higher levels of iron or serum ferritin in your body may suggest
- Alcohol abuse
- Inflammation or certain infections
- Liver disease
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Hyperthyroidism
- Certain cancers
- Genetic disorder like Hemochromatosis
- Adult onset Still’s disease
Lower levels of iron or serum ferritin in your body may suggest
- Anaemia
- Diseases that affect iron absorption like celiac disease
- Blood loss as in stomach ulcers, cancers of the intestine, heavy menstrual periods
- Restless leg syndrome
- Still’s disease etc.
If you feel dizzy, weak, exhausted, look pale, or when you have a rapid heartbeat, your doctor will prescribe a Ferritin test to check for iron deficiency, anaemia or to check for abnormalities in your liver and thyroid levels.
What is included in a Ferritin Test?
A Ferritin blood test checks for abnormalities in ferritin serum levels and is measured in micrograms per litre (mcg/L).
The normal ferritin serum levels are as follows:
- Men – 18 – 160 mcg/L
- Children (6 months – 15 years) – 7 – 140 mcg/L
- Babies (1 month – 5 months) – 50 – 200 mcg/L
- Newborns – 25 – 200 mcg/L
Sample required for the test
A Ferritin test checks for abnormalities in your ferritin blood serum levels. In this test, the phlebotomist will collect your blood sample. A Ferritin blood test should take only a few minutes.
Ferritin Test Procedure
The Ferritin test checks the levels of a protein called Ferritin in your blood.
- The Ferritin test does not require an overnight fast.
- During the blood test, a phlebotomist will insert a needle into your vein to collect blood. Your blood sample will be collected in a vial or test tube and sent to the lab for further analysis. Like any blood test, you may feel a sting when the needle is injected into your arm, but the pain goes away almost immediately.
- A certified Lab Technician (LT) will analyze your blood sample using state of the art technology.
Your blood report will be updated on the MFine app within the next 48 hours after blood sample collection.
How to prepare for the Ferritin Test?
Before the Test |
During the Test |
A Ferritin test does not require an overnight fast; you can eat and drink as usual. Consider wearing a half sleeve shirt or t-shirt so the lab technician can easily access your arm.
However, if you are also prescribed additional blood tests that require an overnight fast, you may have to fast for 8 – 12 hours. Consult with your doctor beforehand |
The lab technician will sanitize your arm to draw the blood sample. When the needle is injected, you may feel a slight sting, but the pain goes away almost immediately. |
Things to consider after the Ferritin Test is completed
After you receive the Ferritin blood serum test report, consult with your doctor, who’d be able to recommend the best treatment for you. Do not self diagnose your health condition.
What types of infections/ diseases can a Ferritin Test detect?
Higher levels of Serum Ferritin in your body point to
- Hemolysis
- porphyrias
- Repeated Blood transfusions
- Alcohol abuse
- Liver disease
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Hyperthyroidism
- Certain cancers
Lower levels of iron in your body point to
- Iron deficiency
- Restless leg syndrome
- Still’s disease etc.
Consult with your doctor to help diagnose your health condition. Do not self medicate.
How much risk is involved?
A Ferritin blood test is considered safe. You may feel the following:
- Slight pain or sting when the needle is injected
- Faint or lightheaded
- An occasional bruise where the needle is injected.
How long does it take to get the Ferritin Test results?
Your blood report will be updated on the MFine app within the next 48 hours after blood sample collection.
Is the Ferritin Test a definitive test?
The Ferritin Test is not definitive. It only helps in understanding the levels of iron stores in your blood. Based on your blood report, your doctor will prescribe additional tests to help diagnose your health condition.
How to read the Ferritin Test report?
A Ferritin blood test checks for abnormalities in ferritin serum levels and is measured in micrograms per litre (mcg/L).
The normal ferritin serum levels are as follows:
- Men – 18 – 270 mcg/L
- Women-18-160 mcg/L
- Children (6 months – 15 years) – 7 – 140 mcg/L
- Babies (1 month – 5 months) – 50 – 200 mcg/L
- Newborns – 25 – 200 mcg/L
What affects the Ferritin Test results?
Alcohol consumption may affect your Ferritin test results. Consult with your doctor beforehand.
Why book a Ferritin Blood test in Mumbai?
- A serum Ferritin test help diagnose:
- Anaemia
- Celiac disease
- Loss of blood due to stomach ulcers, intestinal cancers, heavy menstrual periods
- Still's disease etc.
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- Alcohol abuse
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- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Anaemia
- Celiac disease
- Still's disease etc.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I avail at-home sample collection in Kandivali East, Mumbai?
Yes, through the MFine mobile app, you can avail of a Ferritin blood test all from the comfort of your home. The MFine app also allows you to schedule online doctor consultations and order medications.
What is the cost of the Ferritin Test in Mumbai?
Depending upon the lab, a Ferritin Test price starts at Rs. 199/- in Mumbai.
I am staying in Mumbai. Can I book a Ferritin Test for my family member staying in Chennai?
Yes. You can book any blood test all from the comfort of your home for your mom, dad, siblings, wife, father in law or mother in law using the MFine app.
Kindly ensure you put in the correct contact details: address, pin code, phone numbers etc.
One of our certified lab partners will then get in touch with them to collect the blood sample at the appointed time.
Does the serum Ferritin test require fasting?
Serum Ferritin test does not require a fast.
What should my Ferritin level be?
- Men – 18 – 160 mcg/L
- Children (6 months – 15 years) – 7 – 140 mcg/L
- Babies (1 month – 5 months) – 50 – 200 mcg/L
- Newborns – 25 – 200 mcg/L
What is the most common cause of iron overload?
Genetics is the most common cause of iron overload (also called Hemochromatosis).
Does high Ferritin mean liver disease?
High Ferritin levels do point to liver disease. However, you need to consult your doctor to rule out any health complications.
What are the warning signs of Hemochromatosis?
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Weakness
- Joint pain
- Irregular or absent periods
What triggers Hemochromatosis?
Genetic mutations trigger Hemochromatosis.
Can I donate blood if I have Hemochromatosis?
Hemochromatosis is a metabolic disorder and not a blood disorder. Hence, you may be allowed to donate blood subject to approval from blood banks.
Can too much iron affect your kidneys?
Too much iron has been linked to kidney damage. However you need to consult your doctor to understand your deficiency and symptoms accurately.
What diseases cause low Ferritin?
- Anaemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Fibromyalgia