Order Ferritin Blood Test - Iron Storage Test from JustLabs for $10 ($28 all-in for a single-test order: $10 + one $18 lab & physician order fee per order). Price includes lab processing at Quest Diagnostics. No insurance required.
Ferritin is the best indicator of your body's iron stores. Low ferritin is one of the most common causes of fatigue, especially in women.
Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in your cells, releasing it when needed. Unlike serum iron (which fluctuates throughout the day), ferritin provides a stable measure of your total body iron stores.
Iron is essential for: • Carrying oxygen in your blood • Energy production in cells • Brain function and concentration • Healthy hair, skin, and nails • Immune system function
Both low and high ferritin can cause problems, making this test valuable for anyone with fatigue or unexplained symptoms.
Price
$10
All-in
$28
incl. $18 lab & physician fee
Results
1-2 business days
Fasting
Not Required
What's Measured
What This Test Measures
This test measures ferritin protein in your blood, reflecting total body iron stores. Optimal ferritin is typically 50-150 ng/mL for women and 75-150 ng/mL for men. Below 30 ng/mL often causes symptoms even if technically "normal." High levels (>300) may indicate iron overload or inflammation.
Who Should Consider This Test
Women (especially those with heavy periods), vegetarians/vegans, athletes, anyone with fatigue, hair loss, restless legs, difficulty concentrating, or frequent infections. Also important for monitoring iron supplementation or suspected hemochromatosis.
Health Insights
Conditions Screened
Related Symptoms
When to Get Tested
Test anytime - no fasting required. For women, test mid-cycle if possible (ferritin may be lower right after menstruation). Test before starting iron supplements to establish baseline.
No fasting needed. How to prepare for your blood test →
Understanding Your Results
Low ferritin (<30 ng/mL) strongly suggests iron deficiency and often causes symptoms. Optimal: 50-150 ng/mL. High ferritin (>300) may indicate iron overload, inflammation, or liver issues. Note: "normal" lab ranges often start too low - many people feel better with ferritin above 50.
What to Expect
After placing your order, we send it straight to Quest Diagnostics — there is no consent form to sign and no partner email to wait for. Your requisition is usually ready to download from your dashboard within about an hour, and you can book your blood draw at any Quest Diagnostics location.
The blood draw typically takes just a few minutes. Results are usually available within 1-2 business days and will appear in your secure JustLabs dashboard.
Our results include reference ranges and easy-to-understand indicators showing whether your values are within normal limits.
All-in: $10 + $18 order fee = $28 (the fee is charged once per order). Full cost breakdown →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hospital cash price: $100–$200
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+ $18 order fee · $28 all-inOne $18 fee per order covers your Quest blood draw and the independent physician order, however many tests you add.
- Results in 1-2 business days
- No fasting required
- Physician order included
No insurance needed · HSA/FSA eligible
- Physician-ordered
- CLIA-certified Quest lab
- Drawn at Quest Diagnostics
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