Vitamin B12 & Folate Test
The ICare Vitamin B12 & Folate Test measures two essential vitamins that play a critical role in your body's ability to produce healthy red blood cells, support brain and nerve function, and convert food into energy. Because deficiencies often develop gradually, symptoms such as fatigue, memory changes, or weakness may go unnoticed until they begin to affect your daily life.
This simple blood test helps identify whether your body has adequate levels of vitamin B12 and folate (vitamin B9), providing valuable insight into your nutritional health and helping your healthcare provider determine if supplementation or further evaluation may be beneficial.
Whether you're experiencing unexplained fatigue, following a specialized diet, or taking a proactive approach to your health, this test offers important information to help you feel your best.
What Does This Test Measure?
The Vitamin B12 & Folate Test measures the levels of two essential vitamins involved in healthy blood cell production and nervous system function.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
Vitamin B12 is essential for:
Healthy red blood cell production
Normal nerve function
DNA synthesis
Brain health
Energy metabolism
Low vitamin B12 levels may be associated with:
Fatigue
Weakness
Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet
Memory or concentration difficulties
Megaloblastic anemia
Balance problems
Vitamin B12 deficiency may occur in individuals with poor dietary intake, pernicious anemia, digestive disorders, or conditions that reduce vitamin absorption.
Folate (Vitamin B9)
Folate supports:
Red blood cell formation
DNA and RNA production
Healthy cell growth
Fetal development during pregnancy
Low folate levels may contribute to:
Fatigue
Weakness
Megaloblastic anemia
Poor nutrition
Increased risk of certain pregnancy complications
Adequate folate intake is especially important for individuals who are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
Who Should Consider This Test?
The Vitamin B12 & Folate Test may be beneficial for individuals who:
Experience persistent fatigue or weakness
Have symptoms of anemia
Experience numbness, tingling, or balance problems
Follow vegetarian or vegan diets
Have digestive disorders such as Crohn's disease or celiac disease
Have undergone bariatric surgery
Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
Take medications that may affect vitamin absorption
Want to evaluate their overall nutritional health
This test is also valuable for individuals being monitored for known vitamin deficiencies or receiving supplementation.
Why Is It Important?
Results help your healthcare provider assess your health, support diagnosis, monitor treatment, and guide personalized care.
Preparation
Certain supplements and medications can interfere with your test results.
Turnaround
1-3 Business Days
Sample Type
Blood
What's Included
Physician Order
We provide the necessary doctor's order for this test.
Lab Fees
All laboratory processing fees are included in the price.
Digital Results
Secure, easy-to-read results delivered to your portal.
Important Information
How It Works
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