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What does an extremely high ferritin level mean?
An extremely high ferritin level could indicate that you have a condition that causes your body to store too much iron.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
When there is a serum ferritin deficiency in the body the person experiences fatigue, weakness, pale skin, and chest pain.
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.
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.
Yes, a ferritin level of 7 is low and you are recommended to consult a doctor to know the right ways to treat iron deficiencies.
Serum Ferritin Levels, Iron Stores, Fe Stores
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