Description
NOTE: This test is ONLY AVAILABLE TO AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS.
Vitamin B12 and folate are both part of the B-complex group of vitamins. Vitamin B12 is found in animal products, so vegetarians or vegans may be more at risk of deficiency. Vitamin B12 has a role in neurological health and a deficiency state may affect cognitive wellbeing.
Vitamin B12 and Folate assessment may be important for a practitioner who is trying to establish the cause of anaemia or neuropathy in their patient. It may also be useful if the practitioner is wanting to assess overall nutritional status.
Some practitioners may use this test to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency.
Analytes
- Active Vitamin B12
- Serum Folate
Test Method
Automated chemistry
Common Conditions:
- Other Health Conditions
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Irritability
- Malnutrition/Malabsorption
- Mental and Behavioural changes
- Paranoia
- Mental and Emotional Health
- Depression
- Energy and Fatigue
- Weakness
About The Test
All tests come with full instructions, including a pre-authorised practitioner script.
Home test kits come with everything you need to complete the test, including free express post return postage to the laboratory.
All pathology test kits come with a preauthorised script (including test kit/s if required) to take to your local pathology test centre.
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Turn-around time: 48 hours
