Folate Whole Blood Test, RBC

A Folate Whole Blood Test detects folate deficiency, monitors therapy with folate, evaluates megaloblastic and macrocytic anemia.

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Sample Report

Test Code: 266015

CPT Code: 82747,85014

Also Known As: RBC Folate; hematocrit

Methodology:

Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

No fasting required. Do not take vitamins containing folic acid three to five days prior to testing. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.

Test Results:

2-3 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Test Code: 467

CPT Code: 82747

Also Known As: RBC Folate; hematocrit

Methodology:

Immunoassay (IA)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

No fasting required. Do not take vitamins containing folic acid three to five days prior to testing. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.

Test Results:

3-5 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Folate, RBC is primarily ordered to help evaluate megaloblastic and macrocytic anemia and sometimes can also be ordered with Vitamin B12. They are ordered as follow-up tests when high RBCs and a decreased hemoglobin concentration are seen during a CBC test. Folate (B9), B12, and other tests may be ordered to help evaluate the health and nutritional status of a patient with signs of significant malnutrition or malabsorption.

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Folate Whole Blood Test, RBC

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