O reference value gives ferritin é 40 to 200 ng / mL (mcg / L). This value may vary according to the genre and with age person's.
THE ferritin is a protein responsible for iron storage within the cells of our organism. When your value is changed, it indicates that there is a imbalance in iron stock available.
It can be measured from the specific blood test called Dosage of Ferritin. With this test it is possible to know the stock of available iron and to diagnose possible deficiencies of iron in the organism.
The Ferritin Dosage test is not a routine examination. It is usually done during the investigation of the causes of anemia and iron deficiency.
Any examination requested by health professionals should be taken at the return visit for a detailed reading and to correlate with the clinical picture of the patient.
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