Private Ferritin Blood Test
A ferritin blood test measures your body’s iron stores, identifies low or high levels, and supports effective health management. Book your test today.
How can a ferritin blood test assess your iron levels?
Wondering if your iron levels are balanced? A ferritin blood test measures the amount of iron stored in your body, helping to detect deficiencies or excesses. Understanding your ferritin levels is vital for maintaining energy, supporting immune and thyroid function, and protecting overall health.
With Bluecrest Wellness, booking a private ferritin blood test is quick, accurate, and convenient.
Explore our packages and book online today.
Why ferritin matters
Ferritin is a protein in the blood that stores and releases iron as your body needs it. Iron is essential for red blood cell production, healthy muscles, bone marrow and organ function, as well as children's growth and brain development.
By knowing your ferritin levels, you can take proactive steps to boost iron through diet or supplements, or seek treatment if levels are too high.
Unique benefits of our ferritin blood test
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Fast, accurate results
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Competitively priced testing within 20 minutes of your home
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Detailed, personalised Results Report
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Access to our 24/7 GP service with all test packages
How it works
1. Select and book your package
Choose from our health test packages or add an individual ferritin test to your existing booking.
2. Make an appointment
Pick a convenient date, time and location. We offer over 2,000 appointments nationwide each week.
3. Attend your appointment
A trained Health Assessment Specialists will collect a blood sample in 20-30 minutes.
4. Fast, accurate results
Results are available 24/7 through our online dashboard, My Wellness. Some results are accessible in as little as three days.
Who should consider a ferritin blood test?
You may need a ferritin blood test if symptoms suggest your iron levels may be too low or too high.
Low iron symptoms include:
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Shortness of breath
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Weakness or fatigue
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Dizziness
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Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
High iron symptoms include:
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Weakness or fatigue
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Joint pain (knees or hands)
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Loss of sex drive or erectile dysfunction
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Abdominal pain
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Pale skin
Ferritin testing may also be recommended if recent blood tests show low haemoglobin levels. Anyone seeking insights into their health and proactive steps to improve wellbeing can benefit from a private ferritin blood test.
What a private ferritin blood test involves
A trained Health Assessment Specialist takes a blood sample from a vein in your arm using a small needle. The sample is sent to a lab to measure ferritin levels, assessing your body's iron stores.
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Low ferritin may indicate iron-deficiency anaemia, which can lead to heart issues, infections and other health problems if untreated.
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High ferritin may indicate excess iron, associated with liver disease, alcohol use disorder, haemochromatosis or hyperthyroidism.
Private health assessments for complete peace of mind
Our full body private health checks are ideal for anyone wanting a proactive approach to health.
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Tests are quick, accurate, and stress-free
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Conducted at over 350 UK & Ireland venues, within 20 minutes of your home
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Individual tests, including ferritin, can be added to any package
Need help? Call free on 0800 652 2183 to speak to one of our team.
FAQs
It measures the ferritin in your blood to indicate your body’s iron stores, helping detect deficiencies like anaemia or excess iron from liver or thyroid issues.
Yes, it is low-risk and generally safe for all adults.
Follow the written instructions provided when booking, including hydration and medication guidance.
No fasting is required. Avoid certain medications or foods if advised, and stay hydrated for best results.
Results are flagged as green (normal), amber (slightly outside normal), or red (outside normal). Follow-up advice is provided for amber or red results. Critical results trigger immediate contact.
Home testing is convenient but less comprehensive. Bluecrest offers accessible private testing venues across the UK and Ireland.
