The storage of iron in the body is almost in the form of -

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Ferritin

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Concept- Ferritin acts as a buffer against iron deficiency. A ubiquitous intracellular protein that stores iron and releases it in a controlled fashion is Ferritin.
It is produced by all living organisms, animals, bacteria, higher plants, and algae all are able to produce fe It acts as a buffer against iron deficiency and even iron overload.
Primary site of the iron where it is present are spleen, liver and bone marrow. Iron is important for the transporation of the oxygen through the body. Myoglobin and hemoglobin molecules are with the help of the iron molecule.
Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

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