A patient's laboratory test results indicate an increased level of serum ferritin.The health-care provider, however, suspects that this result may be a false positive.Which of the following patient medications could result in a false-positive finding? Select all that apply.
A)Iron
B)Ethanol
C)Erythropoietin
D)Methimazole
E)Oral contraceptive

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Serum ferritin levels can be falsely elevated due to several factors, including the intake of iron supplements (A), which directly increase the body's iron stores; ethanol (B), as chronic alcohol consumption can lead to liver damage and inflammation, thereby increasing ferritin levels; and oral contraceptives (E), which can affect iron metabolism and lead to increased ferritin levels.

A Patient's Laboratory Test Results Indicate an Increased Level of Serum