16/09/2026
Ferritin is often treated as a simple measure of iron levels, but the number needs to be understood in context. Inflammation and infection can also cause ferritin levels to rise, which is why a high reading alone may not tell the full story.
Dr. Govind Eriat, Consultant – Hemato Oncology, explains what ferritin indicates, why it can increase, and why it should be interpreted alongside clinical evaluation and other investigations.
[Ferritin, Ferritin Levels, Iron Levels, Iron Deficiency, Blood Health, Inflammation, Infection, Hemato Oncology, Blood Tests, Cytecare]