Testing
Ferritin measures iron stores and is often checked before pregnancy, especially with heavy periods, vegetarian or vegan diets, or previous anaemia. Low ferritin is treated before or during pregnancy because iron requirements rise substantially once pregnant.
Also known as: iron stores test
Sources
- Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (rcpa.edu.au)
- Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au)
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.