Ferritin
Measures the amount of ferritin, a protein that stores iron, to help assess your body's iron levels and detect conditions like iron deficiency or overload.
- At-home test
- Doctor reviewed
- 1 biomarkers
- Results in 1 day
Iron Stores (Ferritin)
This test measures ferritin levels in the blood, correlating directly with total body iron stores. Ferritin is more sensitive at recognising iron deficiency than a simple iron test.
- Sample
- Blood
- Collection
- Venous draw at local venue
- Results in
- 3–8 days
- Biomarkers
- 1
- Doctor reviewed
- No
Tests for
- Ferritin
Test specifications
- Provider
- Bluecrest Wellness
- Sample type
- blood
- Collection method
- venous draw at local venue
- Turnaround time
- 3–8 days
- Biomarkers tested
- 1
- At-home test
- No
- Doctor reviewed
- No
- Gender focus
- Both
What's tested
1 biomarker as listed by Bluecrest Wellness.
Iron status
- Ferritin
About this test
This test measures ferritin levels in the blood, correlating directly with total body iron stores. Ferritin is more sensitive at recognising iron deficiency than a simple iron test.
A private Ferritin Blood Test checks how much iron your body is storing, giving you a clear picture of your overall iron levels. Ferritin is a protein that stores iron and releases it when your body needs it. Low or high iron levels can affect your energy, immunity, thyroid function and general wellbeing, so understanding your iron stores is an important step in protecting your health.
With Bluecrest Wellness, you can book a fast, convenient Ferritin Blood Test at a venue near you. Your test can be added to any health assessment package, and your results come with clear guidance and access to our free 24/7 GP helpline.
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Why check your ferritin levels?
Iron plays a vital role in many functions - from producing red blood cells to supporting the immune system, muscles, bone marrow and thyroid. A Ferritin Blood Test shows whether your body stores enough iron to stay healthy.
A private ferritin test can help to:
- Identify iron deficiency anaemia and other conditions linked to low iron
- Detect high iron levels, which may be caused by liver disease, haemochromatosis or thyroid issues
- Monitor chronic conditions that affect iron levels
- Check your response to iron treatment
- Track iron levels during pregnancy
Anyone wanting a clearer picture of their overall health can benefit from a Ferritin Blood Test, whether you have symptoms or simply want reassurance.
What does a private ferritin blood test involve?
A trained health assessment specialist will take a small blood sample from a vein in your arm. The process typically takes 20-30 minutes and is carried out at one of our 350+ high-quality venues across the UK and Ireland.
Your sample is analysed by one of the UK's leading laboratories. Once complete, your personalised Results Report will highlight each reading using a traffic-light system:
- Green - within the expected range
- Amber - slightly outisde the expected range
- Red - further outside the norm
If any critical result is identified, we'll contact you immediately so you can take the right next steps.
Description provided by Bluecrest Wellness.
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