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Folic Acid

Test info :

Blood test to measure Vitamin B9 (Folate) levels. Detects folate deficiency, evaluates anemia, and assesses nutritional status. Essential for pregnancy planning.

Preparation Required :

Consult your doctor.

Total Price

1,540.00

Free home collection available depending on the package type. Reports delivered online to your email and phone number.

Tests Details :

The Folic Acid Test (Vitamin B9) measures the level of folate in your blood. Folic acid is an essential B-vitamin required for DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and healthy cell division.

Why Get Tested?

  • Diagnose folate-deficiency anemia
  • Investigate causes of megaloblastic anemia
  • Monitor folate supplementation therapy
  • Assess nutritional status and absorption disorders
  • Evaluate risk of neural tube defects during pregnancy planning

Who Should Get This Test?

  • Women planning pregnancy or in early pregnancy
  • Individuals with symptoms of anemia (fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath)
  • Patients with malabsorption conditions (Crohns disease, celiac disease)
  • Those on medications that affect folate metabolism (methotrexate, phenytoin)
  • People with poor dietary intake

Test Details

  • Sample Type: Blood (serum)
  • Fasting: Not required
  • Report Time: Same day / 24 hours
  • Reference Range: 3.1 – 20.5 ng/mL (adults)

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