Is Ferritin 399 high, normal or dangerous? What does Ferritin level 399 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 4, 2025

Your Ferritin level of 399 is a High Ferritin level.

A ferritin level of 399 ng/mL usually means the body has too much stored iron or there is inflammation. It suggests iron overload. High levels of ferritin can cause joint pain, fatigue, abdominal pain, weakness, heart palpitations, low libido, and bronze or gray skin color. This can be caused by hemochromatosis, chronic inflammation, liver disease, or iron poisoning. Further tests are often needed to identify the cause and guide appropriate treatment.

High 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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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	22.878
5-10 years	23.791
10-15 years	24.74
15-20 years	25.727
20-25 years	26.754
25-30 years	27.821
30-35 years	28.931
35-40 years	30.085
40-45 years	31.285
45-50 years	32.533
50-55 years	33.831
55-60 years	35.181
60-70 years	36.585
70-80 years	38.045
80-90 years	39.563
90-100 years	41.142
>100 years	42.784

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

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

**Ideal values of Ferritin depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal Ferritin value
<5 years	22.904
5-10 years	23.845
10-15 years	24.825
15-20 years	25.845
20-25 years	26.907
25-30 years	28.013
30-35 years	29.164
35-40 years	30.363
40-45 years	31.611
45-50 years	32.91
50-55 years	34.263
55-60 years	35.671
60-70 years	37.137
70-80 years	38.663
80-90 years	40.252
90-100 years	41.906
>100 years	43.628

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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.