Test Findings
 
 

Hypoferritinaemia

 
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  • A reduced ferritin level is the most specific indicator of iron deficiency, as there are no other major causes of hypoferritinaemia.
  • Note that inflammation or liver disease can falsely elevate serum ferritin, masking a concomitant iron deficiency.
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