Description
Vitamin B12 and folate are two vitamins that are part of the B complex of vitamins. They are necessary for normal red blood cell (RBC) formation, repair of tissues and cells, and synthesis of DNA. Both are nutrients that cannot be produced in the body and must be supplied by the diet. A deficiency in either B12 or folate can lead to macrocytic anemia, where red blood cells are larger than normal.
Testing folate may help diagnose one cause of anemia or neuropathy. It may also be ordered to evaluate nutritional status in some people and to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for vitamin B12 or folate deficiency.
Requirements: Fasting required (Please consult your physician). To fast for blood work, do not eat anything for 8 to 12 hours before the test. It’s best to schedule fasting blood work for the morning, so that you don’t have to spend the whole day hungry. If fasting is not done before blood work, the results of the blood tests may be inaccurate. Certain medicines may affect the test results; your healthcare provider will advise you on which ones to stop taking.
CPT Code: 82746
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