Precautions to take before Vitamin B12 and Folate Test?

Before you take a vitamin B12 or folate test, there are a few things you should do to prepare. First, you should eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. You should also avoid taking any supplements that contain vitamin B12 or folate, as these can interfere with the results of the test. Finally, be sure to tell your doctor about any medications you are taking, as some can also affect the results of the test.

What is Vitamin B12 & Folate Test Normal Range?

Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Bechman Sample Male Female Serum/ Plasma 120 - 914 pg/ mL 120 - 914 pg/ mL Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Roche Sample Male Female Serum/ Plasma 197 - 771 pg/ mL 197 - 771 pg/ mL Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Moglum Sample Male Female Serum 200 - 1100 pg/ mL 200 - 1100 pg/ mL Folate Test Normal Range Sample Reference Range Serum/ Plasma Normal > 5.9 ng/ mL Indeterminate 4.0 – 5.9 ng/ mL Deficient < 4.0 ng/ mL

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Test Name :	Vitamin B12 and Folate Test
Sample Type :	Blood
Gender :	Both
Age group :	All Age Groups
Report Timeline :	Within 24hrs
Pre-test Instruction :	No specific preparation required

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) about Vitamin B12 and Folate

Vitamin B12 and folate are important nutrients that help the body make new red blood cells. A vitamin B12 and folate test measures the levels of these vitamins in your blood.

A blood test is the best way to check for a deficiency in either vitamin. The test measures the level of these vitamins in your blood. If your levels are low, it may be due to a dietary deficiency, or it could be a sign of a more serious problem such as malabsorption or pernicious anemia.

Vitamin B12 and Folate are important vitamins that help the body produce red blood cells. A deficiency in either of these vitamins can lead to anemia. The best way to find out if you are deficient in either vitamin is to take a blood test.

The normal range for Vitamin B12 is between 140 and 775 picograms per milliliter (pg/mL), while the normal range for folate is between 2.9 and 20 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL). Both of these tests are important in order to ensure that an individual is getting enough of these vital nutrients, as a deficiency in either one can lead to a number of health problems.

First, you can try changing your diet. If you eat foods that are high in these vitamins, cutting back on them may help to lower your levels.

You should also talk to your doctor about any supplements you are taking. Some supplements can raise the levels of vitamin B12 and folate in your body, so it may be necessary to adjust the doses you are taking or stop taking them altogether.

Yes, it is safe to take Vitamin B12 and Folate Test.

Before you take a vitamin B12 or folate test, there are a few things you should do to prepare.

First, you should eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
You should also avoid taking any supplements that contain vitamin B12 or folate, as these can interfere with the results of the test.
Finally, be sure to tell your doctor about any medications you are taking, as some can also affect the results of the test.

Yes, fasting is required for Vitamin B12 and Folate Tests. Fasting helps to ensure that there is an accurate measure of these vitamins in your blood.

Yes, home sample collection is available for Vitamin B12 and Folate Tests. One can opt for home collection while booking a test through Max Lab.

Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Bechman	Sample	Male	Female
Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Bechman	Serum/ Plasma	120 - 914 pg/ mL	120 - 914 pg/ mL
Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Roche	Sample	Male	Female
Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Roche	Serum/ Plasma	197 - 771 pg/ mL	197 - 771 pg/ mL
Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Moglum	Sample	Male	Female
Vitamin B12 Test Normal Range - Moglum	Serum	200 - 1100 pg/ mL	200 - 1100 pg/ mL
Folate Test Normal Range	Sample	Reference	Range
	Serum/ Plasma	Normal	> 5.9 ng/ mL
		Indeterminate	4.0 – 5.9 ng/ mL
		Deficient	< 4.0 ng/ mL

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Select Vitamin B12 and Folate from the "Book a test" button or search from the search bar on the website or Max Lab App.
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A trained and certified phlebotomist will visit your preferred location — home or office — at the scheduled time to collect your blood sample safely.
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The sample will be processed at the nearest Max Hospital or Max Laboratory, and your test reports will be delivered within the specified time.
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