Hereditary Hemochromatosis Diagnosis

An elevated ferritin level does not automatically mean the body contains too much iron. Ferritin can also rise with inflammation, fatty liver, metabolic dysfunction, kidney disease, infection, or alcohol use. The most meaningful interpretation combines ferritin with transferrin saturation, liver enzymes, blood counts, symptoms, and the pattern over time. This broader view helps identify the true cause and guides treatment toward the correct underlying problem.