Is Ferritin 478 high, normal or dangerous? What does Ferritin level 478 mean?

Your Ferritin level of 478 is a High Ferritin level.

High Ferritin levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 22 ng/mL to 322 ng/mL suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

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

Ideal values of Ferritin depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Ferritin value
<5 years	23.052
5-10 years	24.154
10-15 years	25.309
15-20 years	26.519
20-25 years	27.787
25-30 years	29.115
30-35 years	30.507
35-40 years	31.965
40-45 years	33.493
45-50 years	35.094
50-55 years	36.771
55-60 years	38.529
60-70 years	40.371
70-80 years	42.301
80-90 years	44.323
90-100 years	46.442
>100 years	48.662

*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	23.083
5-10 years	24.219
10-15 years	25.411
15-20 years	26.662
20-25 years	27.975
25-30 years	29.352
30-35 years	30.797
35-40 years	32.313
40-45 years	33.904
45-50 years	35.573
50-55 years	37.324
55-60 years	39.162
60-70 years	41.09
70-80 years	43.113
80-90 years	45.236
90-100 years	47.463
>100 years	49.8

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 recommends a Ferritin test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of Ferritin. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Ferritin test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.

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