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What could cause someone to have high ferritin but low iron?

What could cause someone to have high ferritin but low iron?

The elevated ferritin in these states reflects increased total body iron stores, however, due to certain reasons the iron must not be used by the body.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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What is the cause of extremely low ferritin in females in reproductive age?

In women of reproductive age, heavy periods and pregnancy are the most common causes of iron deficiency anemia as your body needs extra iron for your baby during pregnancy.

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How to lower serum ferritin levels?

One can lower ferritin levels by consuming dark-green leafy vegetables and a lean protein diet reduces serum ferritin concentrations and may benefit patients with chronic diseases, iron overload, and iron-induced oxidative stress.

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Why is my ferritin level extremely low? How can I fix it?

The ferritin levels are usually low due to a poor diet or a diet that lacks iron. However, chrons disease and other underlying medical conditions can also result in low ferritin levels. If you have low ferritin levels then you are recommended to take a diet rich in spinach, and fruits such as bananas and pomegranate.

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How can I increase my ferritin?

You can increase your ferritin levels without affecting your iron by consuming more copper-rich foods, like shellfish, liver meat, fatty fish, oysters, spirulina, mushrooms, shrimps, and dark chocolate.

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Is a ferritin level of 33 low or normal?

The normal range for ferritin in your blood serum is 24 to 336 ng/mL for adult males. For adult females. Hence if you have a value of 33 then it falls within the range.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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