- Why Get Tested?
To help diagnose one cause of anemia or neuropathy; to evaluate nutritional status in some people; to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for vitamin B12 or folate deficiency - When to Get Tested?
When you have an abnormal complete blood count (CBC) with a blood smear showing large red blood cells (macrocytosis) or abnormal (hypersegmented) neutrophils; when you have symptoms of anemia (weakness, tiredness, pale skin) and/or of neuropathy (tingling or itching sensations, eye twitching, memory loss, altered mental status); when you are being treated for vitamin B12 or folate deficiency
| Test Name | Folate (also known as folic acid or vitamin B9) |
| Report Availability | Same day (if Collected before 12 Noon) |
| Code | DG 066 |
| Category | SR-Special Routine |
| Schedule | Daily |
| TAT* | 0 |
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