Ferritin (Serial Monitor)
Use
The Ferritin (Serial Monitor) test is designed for long-term serial monitoring of ferritin levels in patients. Ferritin is an intracellular protein that stores iron and releases it in a controlled fashion, and thus, the test is often used in the diagnosis or monitoring of iron deficiency anemia, chronic disease anemia, or conditions related to iron overload, such as hemochromatosis. The test provides a color graphic summary report that assists in the tracking and management of a patient's iron status over time.
Special Instructions
The patient's Social Security number must be submitted for monitoring. Values obtained with different assay methods should not be used interchangeably; it is advised to use a consistent assay method throughout the patient's therapy. Patients should be questioned about biotin supplementation as it may interfere with the test; they should stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours before sample collection.
Limitations
The test may show interference if the sample is collected from a person consuming a high dose of biotin (Vitamin B7/B8, Vitamin H, or coenzyme R). The use of different assay methods should be avoided as they may affect the consistency of results. Additionally, assay results should not be taken as absolute evidence for the presence or absence of malignant disease.
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 2276-4
- 2276-4
- 80563-0
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Patient Preparation
Patients should stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to sample collection.