Folic Acid Level Test
Health Checkups
≈ ¥20-50
(≈ $3-7)
2 hr
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Description
Estimated cost for Folic Acid Level Test at general public hospitals in China is about ¥15-40, and at Grade 3A hospitals about ¥20-50, varying by hospital tier and region.
Main Uses
Folate level testing is primarily used to diagnose folate deficiency, which can lead to anemia and other health issues. It's also used to monitor patients with conditions that may affect folate absorption, to evaluate nutritional status, and to guide treatment in cases of megaloblastic anemia.
Normal Range
The normal range for folate (folic acid) levels in the blood is typically between 2.7 to 17.0 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL).
Low Values - Possible Causes
Possible causes of low folate levels include: poor dietary intake, alcoholism, malabsorption syndromes such as celiac disease, certain medications like methotrexate, and increased need during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
High Values - Possible Causes
Possible causes of high folate levels can be due to: excessive intake through supplements or fortified foods, vitamin B12 deficiency masking symptoms, liver disease, or rarely, certain cancers.