High Ferritin

Last updated Nov. 2, 2025, 3:39 a.m. by ivo

Tags: Hyperferritinemia , ferritin , iron studies

Elevated ferritin is a common reason for referral to the haematology clinic. The vast majority of patients with elevated ferritin will not have an underlying disease which is within the scope of a haematologist. Assessment of elevated ferritin should always take into account transferrin saturation, along with a full blood count, renal and liver function tests. The algorithm below will assist in sorting out the likely cause.

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