Is Ferritin 38 normal, high or low? What does Ferritin level 38 mean?
📅 Medical Review Date: June 9, 2026
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.
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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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A Normal Ferritin of 38 ng/mL is a signal — not a complete plan. And here's what most people don't realize: most medical mistakes don't come from bad labs or broken machines. They come from how a doctor reads the results. Research shows up to 3 out of 4 mistakes happen because a doctor is rushed, tired, or focused on the wrong clue — not because the test was wrong.
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Upload my report →The normal Ferritin range for men is :22 - 322 ng/mL
| 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
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Normal range of Ferritin found among women :22-322 ng/mL
| Age | Ideal 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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Know moreIf 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.
Medical References
- Cleveland Clinic – Ferritin Test: Levels & Test Results
- Mayo Clinic – Ferritin test
- MedlinePlus – Ferritin Blood Test
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