Is Ferritin 5 low, normal or dangerous? What does Ferritin level 5 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: October 22, 2025

Your Ferritin level of 5 is a Low Ferritin level.

Low 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	23.1
5-10 years	24.255
10-15 years	25.468
15-20 years	26.741
20-25 years	28.078
25-30 years	29.482
30-35 years	30.956
35-40 years	32.504
40-45 years	34.129
45-50 years	35.835
50-55 years	37.627
55-60 years	39.508
60-70 years	41.483
70-80 years	43.557
80-90 years	45.735
90-100 years	48.022
>100 years	50.423

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

Misdiagnosis is more common than people think—and the consequences can be serious. Delayed treatment, unnecessary medication, or worse. If you want a second opinion on your blood work, one option is to upload it to a site like wholebodyprotocol.com, where world-class doctors review your results. They charge a small fee—around $90 (though you'll want to check the latest price as it fluctuates)—and email you a detailed report. With over 12 million people affected by misdiagnosis every year, that little bit of extra peace of mind can go a long way.

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	23.133
5-10 years	24.324
10-15 years	25.577
15-20 years	26.894
20-25 years	28.279
25-30 years	29.735
30-35 years	31.266
35-40 years	32.876
40-45 years	34.569
45-50 years	36.349
50-55 years	38.221
55-60 years	40.189
60-70 years	42.259
70-80 years	44.435
80-90 years	46.723
90-100 years	49.129
>100 years	51.659

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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