American Society of Hematology/hematology.org
Nov 14, 2026, 11:24
Can Iron Deficiency Really be Seen in Someone’s Face? – ASH
American Society of Hematology shared a post on LinkedIn:
“Can iron deficiency really be seen in someone’s face?
The viral ‘ferritin face’ trend has sparked conversations online about whether iron deficiency can be identified through facial appearance.
But what does the science say?
Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in the body, and low ferritin levels can indicate iron deficiency, even when hemoglobin levels are normal.
While iron deficiency can cause physical changes, including pale skin, it isn’t always visible.
Blood testing plays an important role in identifying iron deficiency.
ASH’s new guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations to help improve the diagnosis of iron deficiency.”
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