Folate
What it measures
Folate is a B vitamin involved in cell division and red blood cell formation, obtained mainly from diet.
Often reported in ng/mL. Reference ranges differ between laboratories, ages and sexes, so always compare with the range printed on your own report.
Why it matters
Folate and B12 are often assessed together since deficiencies in either can produce similar effects on red blood cells.
Questions worth asking
- Should this be checked alongside vitamin B12?
- Could recent diet changes be relevant to this result?
- Is supplementation worth discussing?
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