Is Ferritin 520 high, normal or dangerous? What does Ferritin level 520 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: March 22, 2026

Your Ferritin level of 520 is a High Ferritin level.

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	23.144
5-10 years	24.347
10-15 years	25.613
15-20 years	26.945
20-25 years	28.346
25-30 years	29.82
30-35 years	31.371
35-40 years	33.002
40-45 years	34.718
45-50 years	36.523
50-55 years	38.422
55-60 years	40.42
60-70 years	42.522
70-80 years	44.733
80-90 years	47.059
90-100 years	49.506
>100 years	52.08

*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	23.178
5-10 years	24.419
10-15 years	25.727
15-20 years	27.105
20-25 years	28.557
25-30 years	30.087
30-35 years	31.698
35-40 years	33.396
40-45 years	35.185
45-50 years	37.07
50-55 years	39.055
55-60 years	41.147
60-70 years	43.351
70-80 years	45.673
80-90 years	48.119
90-100 years	50.696
>100 years	53.411

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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.