Iron · Storage form
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Ferritin(Ferritin)
Ferritin reflects iron stores AND acute inflammation — high ferritin with normal CRP can mean true iron overload. Low ferritin even with normal hemoglobin causes fatigue, low T, and impaired training response.
Optimal range
100–200ng/mL
Clinical "normal"
30–400 ng/mL
Avg. cost (US)
$35
Test frequency
Annually
When to measure
Any time of day, fasting not required.
How to measure
Standard immunoassay.
Average cost
≈ $35 cash price. Often covered by insurance with relevant ICD-10.
Signs your level is off
Symptoms if low
Iron deficiency: hair loss, fatigue.
Symptoms if high
Inflammation/overload.
If your level is low
Iron: toxicity
Supplement
Iron· 25 mg/day
Form: Bisglycinate
Builds iron stores.
Foods
- Oysters
Lifestyle
- Exercise
Medication (if prescribed)
IV iron· As needed
Form: Infusion
Reference only. Speak with a licensed clinician before any prescription intervention.
Caution: Iron: toxicity
If your level is high
IP6: mineral loss
Supplement
IP6· 500 mg/day
Form: Phytic acid
Chelates excess iron.
Foods
- Coffee
Lifestyle
- Sauna
Medication (if prescribed)
Phlebotomy· As needed
Form: Procedure
Reference only. Speak with a licensed clinician before any prescription intervention.
Caution: IP6: mineral loss
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