Ferritin (Serum)
Iron carrier protein. Usually ferritin levels will be above 1000 ug/l in clincally established haemochromatosis. Serum ferritin is now the test of choice for diagnosing iron deficiency anaemia. Please note, ferritin is an acute phase protein and may be affected by intercurrent illness.
| Tube | 01 (SE) - Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0050 |
| Turn Around | A&E: N/A Day Case: N/A In-Patient: 24 Hours Out-Patient: 24 Hours GP: 24 Hours |
| Send to | Blood Sciences Cross Site |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Minimum volume - 250µl serum / plasma Instructions for Lab: Store at 2-8oC centrifuged prior to analysis if delayed |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Units | µg/L |
| Telepath | LGI: FER2LSJUH: FER2J |
| ICE Codes | LFER |
