Is Ferritin 42 normal, high or low? What does Ferritin level 42 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 6, 2026

Your Ferritin level of 42 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.

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	22.924
5-10 years	23.887
10-15 years	24.89
15-20 years	25.935
20-25 years	27.024
25-30 years	28.159
30-35 years	29.342
35-40 years	30.574
40-45 years	31.858
45-50 years	33.196
50-55 years	34.59
55-60 years	36.043
60-70 years	37.557
70-80 years	39.134
80-90 years	40.778
90-100 years	42.491
>100 years	44.276

*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

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	22.952
5-10 years	23.945
10-15 years	24.981
15-20 years	26.062
20-25 years	27.189
25-30 years	28.365
30-35 years	29.592
35-40 years	30.872
40-45 years	32.208
45-50 years	33.601
50-55 years	35.055
55-60 years	36.571
60-70 years	38.153
70-80 years	39.803
80-90 years	41.525
90-100 years	43.321
>100 years	45.195

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.

Medical References

• Cleveland Clinic – Ferritin Test: Levels & Test Results
• Mayo Clinic – Ferritin test
• MedlinePlus – Ferritin Blood Test

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