Ferritin test results are typically available within a few hours to a few days, depending on the laboratory's processing time and workload. In many cases, results from standard blood tests are communicated to the healthcare provider within 24 to 48 hours. However, it's always best to check with the specific laboratory or healthcare provider for more precise timelines.
Results for hemochromatosis testing, which often includes serum ferritin, transferrin saturation, and genetic testing, typically take about 1 to 2 weeks. The exact timeframe may vary depending on the laboratory and the specific tests ordered. Once the results are available, your healthcare provider will discuss them with you and any necessary next steps.
Routine tests with high ferritin levels can be an indication of an iron storage disorder. One such disorder is hemochromatosis. This is a genetic disorder that results in iron-overload in the body.
The test tube for ferritin measurement is typically a gold or amber colored tube. This type of tube helps protect the sample from light exposure, which can affect the accuracy of the test results.
Ferritin and hemosiderin are stored in the liver, spleen, and bone marrow. They are primarily stored in the form of ferritin, a complex of iron and protein, with hemosiderin being a breakdown product of ferritin storage.
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A gold or yellow test tube is commonly used for ferritin testing.
Ferritin is a protein that stores iron. Low ferritin is a precursor to anemia, so if you do nothing about the low ferritin level your iron level will eventually drop.
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