Description
A ferritin test can indicate if one has too much or too little iron in their body. Low ferritin levels can indicate:
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Headaches
- Ringing in the ears
- Irritability
- Leg pains
- Shortness of breath
High ferritin levels can indicate:
- Stomach pain
- Heart palpitations
- Chest pains
- Joint pain.
Ferritin levels can also be affected by other conditions, such as liver disease, autoimmune disorders, and frequent red blood cell transfusions.
Fasting not required.
