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    GlossaryFerritin (iron storage protein)

    protein storing iron in cells, crucial for bodily functions

    Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in your cells and releases it when your body needs it. It acts as a buffer against iron deficiency and iron overload, playing a crucial role in maintaining healthy iron levels, which are essential for various bodily functions, including the production of red blood cells. Low ferritin levels can be a sign of iron deficiency, which can lead to conditions like anemia and hair loss.

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      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

      in Chat  256 upvotes 1 week ago
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      in Treatment  19 upvotes 2 years ago
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