Your ideal iron level depends on the specific test and your sex. Here are typical reference ranges for common iron-related measurements:

• Serum iron :
  • Men: 80–180 mcg/dL (14–32 μmol/L)
  • Women: 60–160 mcg/dL (11–29 μmol/L)

• Hemoglobin (indicator of iron status):
  • Men: about 13.2–16.6 g/dL (130–170 g/L in UK units)
  • Women: about 11.6–15 g/dL (120–160 g/L in UK units)

• Transferrin saturation : 20%–50% for both sexes

• Ferritin (reflects iron stores):
  • Women median ~60 µg/L
  • Men median ~154 µg/L (varies by age)

Normal ranges can vary slightly by laboratory and individual factors such as age and health. Low iron levels may indicate iron deficiency anemia, while high levels could suggest iron overload or other conditions. For women, normal blood iron levels are generally between 10 to 30 micromoles per liter, with hemoglobin levels between 12 to 16 g/dL considered normal

. It's best to consult your healthcare provider to interpret your iron test results in the context of your overall health. They may measure serum iron, hemoglobin, ferritin, and other markers to assess your iron status comprehensively