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Glossary Serum Ferritin

protein that stores iron in your body

Serum Ferritin is a blood test that measures the amount of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in your body. This test helps assess your body's iron levels, which is crucial for diagnosing conditions like iron deficiency anemia or iron overload disorders. Low serum ferritin levels can be associated with hair loss and other health issues.

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research Decreased Serum Ferritin is Associated With Alopecia in Women

163 citations , November 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study found that women with androgenetic alopecia or alopecia areata have significantly lower serum ferritin levels than those without hair loss, suggesting a potential link between these types of alopecia and decreased iron stores.

research There is no clear association between low serum ferritin and chronic diffuse telogen hair loss

83 citations , November 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found no direct relationship between low serum ferritin and chronic diffuse telogen hair loss in women, questioning the usefulness of serum ferritin measurement and iron supplementation for managing this condition.

The Importance of Adequate Serum Ferritin Levels During Oral Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol Treatment of Diffuse Androgen-Dependent Alopecia in Women

research The importance of adequate serum ferritin levels during oral cyproterone acetate and ethinyl oestradiol treatment of diffuse androgen-dependent alopecia in women

83 citations , April 1992 in “Clinical Endocrinology”

This study found that treatment with cyproterone acetate and ethinyl oestradiol increased hair density in women with diffuse androgen-dependent alopecia, particularly when serum ferritin levels were above 40 μg/l.

research Serum Ferritin and Vitamin D in Female Hair Loss: Do They Play a Role?

62 citations , January 2013 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

This study found that low serum ferritin and vitamin D2 levels are associated with hair loss in females with chronic telogen effluvium and female pattern hair loss, suggesting potential benefits of screening and supplementation.

No Association Between Serum Ferritin Levels Greater Than 10 μg/l and Hair Loss Activity in Women

research No Association between Serum Ferritin Levels >10 μg/l and Hair Loss Activity in Women

56 citations , January 2008 in “Dermatology”

This article discusses the controversy over serum ferritin levels in diagnosing iron deficiency in women with hair loss but reports no new findings, emphasizing the need for consistent reference ranges.

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community Could Serum Ferritin Explain my Crazy Shedding?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is experiencing significant hair shedding and suspects it may be due to low serum ferritin levels rather than worsening androgenetic alopecia. They have resumed iron supplementation and are seeking additional solutions to address the shedding.

community Any luck on growing hair without Minoxidil, Finasteride or Dutasteride? (Especially if you’re a woman?)

5 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments without using Minoxidil, Finasteride, or Dutasteride, focusing on addressing hormonal issues and low ferritin levels. Suggestions include consulting a hematologist, checking for vitamin D deficiency, thyroid issues, anemia, and considering serums with copper peptides.

community Ferritin, iron and testosterone

4 upvotes 5 months ago

Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.

community Iron supplement worked better than Minoxidil. Check your ferritin, even "normal" is low

67 upvotes 11 months ago

Iron supplementation may be more effective than Minoxidil for hair loss. Checking ferritin levels is important, as both low and high levels can affect health.

community Eating more iron has been helping my hairline

53 upvotes 11 months ago

Improving iron levels, particularly ferritin, can help with hairline recovery. The user experienced hairline improvement by increasing iron intake through diet changes, without relying on minoxidil.

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