Is Ferritin 799 high, normal or dangerous? What does Ferritin level 799 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: October 26, 2025

Your Ferritin level of 799 is a High Ferritin level.

A ferritin level of 799 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	23.758
5-10 years	25.656
10-15 years	27.706
15-20 years	29.92
20-25 years	32.311
25-30 years	34.893
30-35 years	37.681
35-40 years	40.692
40-45 years	43.943
45-50 years	47.454
50-55 years	51.246
55-60 years	55.341
60-70 years	59.763
70-80 years	64.538
80-90 years	69.695
90-100 years	75.264
>100 years	81.278

*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	23.811
5-10 years	25.771
10-15 years	27.892
15-20 years	30.187
20-25 years	32.671
25-30 years	35.36
30-35 years	38.27
35-40 years	41.42
40-45 years	44.829
45-50 years	48.518
50-55 years	52.511
55-60 years	56.832
60-70 years	61.509
70-80 years	66.571
80-90 years	72.05
90-100 years	77.979
>100 years	84.396

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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.