Is Ferritin 38 normal, high or low? What does Ferritin level 38 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: June 9, 2026

Ferritin 38

Your Ferritin level of 38 is a Normal Ferritin level.

Normal Ferritin levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 22 ng/mL and 322 ng/mL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

Important - Scroll to the end of this article to see how our patients managed their normal Ferritin levels 

Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Ferritin levels include:

  • Iron overload or iron poisoning
  • Adult Still's disease
  • Liver disease
  • Iron deficiency anemia
  • Hemachromatosis

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The normal Ferritin range for men is :22 - 322 ng/mL

Ideal values of Ferritin depending on age (male) :
Age Ideal Ferritin value
<5 years 22.836
5-10 years 23.704
10-15 years 24.605
15-20 years 25.54
20-25 years 26.511
25-30 years 27.518
30-35 years 28.564
35-40 years 29.649
40-45 years 30.776
45-50 years 31.945
50-55 years 33.159
55-60 years 34.419
60-70 years 35.727
70-80 years 37.085
80-90 years 38.494
90-100 years 39.957
>100 years 41.475

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their normal Ferritin levels 

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Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their normal Ferritin levels 

Normal range of Ferritin found among women :22-322 ng/mL

Ideal values of Ferritin depending on age (female) :
AgeIdeal Ferritin value
<5 years 22.861
5-10 years 23.756
10-15 years 24.686
15-20 years 25.652
20-25 years 26.656
25-30 years 27.699
30-35 years 28.783
35-40 years 29.91
40-45 years 31.081
45-50 years 32.298
50-55 years 33.562
55-60 years 34.876
60-70 years 36.241
70-80 years 37.659
80-90 years 39.133
90-100 years 40.665
>100 years 42.257
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If you take a Ferritin blood test and the results are not in the normal range (22-322 ng/mL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Ferritin Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Ferritin test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Ferritin levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Ferritin test results are usually available within a few hours.

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  • Clinical Pathology Certification
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