Ferritin
Test Code
FERR
Description
Useful in the diagnosis of hypochromic, microcytic anemias. Decreased in iron deficiency anemia and increased in iron overload.
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.3mL serum
Unacceptable Conditions
Grossly hemolyzed specimens
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Send frozen serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
24 hours at RT (15-25°C)
7 days refrigerated serum at 2-8°C
1 year frozen at -20°C
Performed
Mon-Fri
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Magnetic Immunoassay (CLIA)
Turnaround Time
4 hours
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
FERR
Study Offerings
Not offered
Reference Interval
Human female: 11.0 - 306.8 ng/mL
Human male: 23.9 - 336.2 ng/mL
CPT Code
82728
New York Approved
FDA Approved or Cleared
FDA
Approved or Cleared