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Serum Folate Testing

All you need to know about testing Serum Folate levels with a laboratory test

  • What is the Serum Folate test for?

What Is The Serum Folate Test For?

The Serum Folate test measure Vitamin B9 (also known as Folate) contained in your blood's serum.

Folate is an essential B vitamin. It helps utilise amino acids which are the building blocks of proteins, in order to form blood cells, tissue and aid cellular repair.

Vitamin B9 must be consumed regularly in the diet - typically from green vegetables and fruits. All pregnant women need increased amounts of folate for proper fetal development.

Conditions linked to Serum Folate

Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia

Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia

Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia develops when insufficient levels of these essential nutrients impair red blood cell production and nervous system function.

How To Test Serum Folate

By buying a laboratory test kit with professional nurse or clinic collection, you can accurately measure Serum Folate for total reassurance.

Professional analysis in an accredited laboratory ensures rapid result delivery.

Tests which include a Serum Folate test:

Who Should Take This Test?

Measure your Serum Folate levels and with a nurse or clinic test kit

You get the convenient testing with the reassurance of professional clinical analysis. Your results are delivered quickly & securely online.

This Test is advised if you:

  • want the convenience of home testing without waiting for a GP appointment;
  • need a high quality, clinically accredited test done in a professional clinical laboratory.

Medical review

Doctors, Scientists & Experts Delivering Private Blood Testing Online

Dr. Shahzaib Ahmad MBBS, BSc, MRCP, FRCA, FFICM

Clinical Supervisor - Vitall|GMC 7495062|Profile

Dr Shahzaib Ahmad is a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine with subspecialty experience in cardiac critical care and neurocritical care. He has extensive experience managing complex acute and cardiovascular conditions in hospital intensive care settings. Dr Ahmad supports Vitall in reviewing health content for clinical accuracy and alignment with current medical practice.

Reviewed on 30/12/2025

Next review due 30/12/2026

Review focus: Blood biomarkers, laboratory testing methodology, and biochemical interpretation.

This content has been reviewed for medical and scientific accuracy but does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
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