Hep C and Ferritin Levels very interesting

[jules2551]

www.youtube.com/watch?v=LY7sOzL9QiQ

My Ferritin levels were about 3x the norm.  I just thought this was really informative and interesting.

[Jak_]

Interesting...My Ferritin level is about twice normal (488) and I haven't started treatment yet. Wondering what I might do about it, if anything. It appears though, that too much stored iron is not good, regardless.

Jack

[jules2551]

Bill no not the AFP...mine was within range thank god.  But my CEA was elevated somewhat.  

Anne the Ferritin level confirmed that I also have PCT so I will have to do some blood letting.  

Thanks big daddy I got your PM

Jules

[Anne1717]

My Ferriitin levels went up tp 5X the norm which my doc said was common and that they would come down after treatment - which they have.  They did check it regularly from the outset.

[BigDaddy_59]

I can't watch youtube while I am at work but increased ferritin levels can be a sign of bad things including hemochromatosis.

Your hepatologist should be on this asap or at least explain to you why they aren't.

Chris

[Bill200]

If you're talking about AFP alpha-fetoprotein, then you need to be concerned.   AFP is a key cancer marker.

[jules2551]

just xurioua

[jules2551]

wow..very surprised no one is looking at this

[jules2551]

has people had their ferritin levels checked also?  just curious