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A mild infection like a cold or cough can increase ferritin since it is an acute phase reactant so the result may be falsely high If the test is not urgent it is better to wait 1 to 2 weeks after recovery for a more accurate value If needed I can guide you further based on your reports please book a consultation

Yes.. It might result into falsely elevated as it's positive phase reactant(things increases while on infection). Try to test ferritin after full recovery to get accurate results. If you have any query regarding feel free to msg.

Repeat the test after you have recovered completely from the recent infection

When u r better go for test

Go for the test, when you feel better, otherwise falsely high results may come.

Hello. This is an important question regarding your blood work. ​In short: Yes, a head cold or cough can absolutely affect the accuracy of a Ferritin test. ​Ferritin is what we call an "acute-phase reactant." This means that when your body is fighting off an infection or inflammation-even a common cold-your Ferritin levels can spike significantly higher than they normally would. Since your previous level was already elevated at 860, testing while you are sick may result in a "falsely high" reading that doesn't accurately reflect your body's true iron stores. ​Recommendations ​Postpone the Test: To get a truly accurate "baseline" reading, it is generally best to wait until you are fully recovered and symptom-free for at least 1–2 weeks. ​Verify the Trend: Since your level is 860, your doctor is likely trying to determine if this is due to chronic inflammation, fatty liver, or a condition like Hemochromatosis. Testing during a cold adds "noise" to the data that makes it harder for us to find the real cause. ​Other Tests: If you are also having a Full Blood Count (FBC/CBC) done, the infection will likely show an increase in your white blood cell count as well. ​Summary ​While there is no harm in having the blood drawn, the results will likely be skewed. I suggest rescheduling the appointment for next week or once your cough has completely subsided to ensure the data is useful for your clinical management. ​I hope you feel better soon and that your cough clears up quickly.

Go for blood test.

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"I would strongly advise you to postpone your repeat Ferritin blood test until you have fully recovered from your cold and cough. Ferritin is what we call an 'Acute Phase Reactant,' meaning its levels in the blood rise significantly whenever there is inflammation or infection in the body. Since your previous level was already high (860 ng/mL), testing while you are symptomatic will likely give an artificially inflated result, making it impossible to determine your true baseline ferritin level

You can go ahead with tests.

Yes it affects slightly but it’s not a major issue

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Wait till next 2 weeks

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U can do test