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Ferritin Test
Formal Name of the Tet:
Ferritin
Other Names Used:
Serum Ferritin
Sample Required:
Serum
Test Overview:
Ferritin is a protein that can be used to diagnose hypochromic and microcytic anemias. It is decreased in iron deficiency anemia and increased in iron overload.
Test Preparation:
There is no need for any prior preparation.
Test Performed at:
Quest Diagnostics, Test Code 457
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