Folate
69 krHow does the blood test take place?
- Measuring your folate levels.
- Indicates possible folate deficiency.
- Indication for anemia.
Folate is a substance that we get in small amounts through almost all food. Folate is needed for the body to be able to form red blood cells and new cells, when cell formation increases such as e.g. during pregnancy or when growing, the need for folate increases.
Folate is also recognized under the name folic acid, but these are two different forms of the same B vitamin. You get folate naturally through the diet, if there is an increased need, the artificial form of folate, folic acid, can be supplied extra through, for example, dietary supplements and fortification.
The folate test is recommended for those who experience the following symptoms:
- Fatigue and exhaustion
- Mucosal disorders and mouth ulcers
- Hair waste
- Problems with concentration and memory
- Muscle and joint pain
- Wounds that heal slowly
It is also important to do a folate test if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or have a diet with a low intake of folate.
Information
Do you have a vitamin deficiency?
Health Markers
Folate (folic acid)
It is important that you follow the specific instructions regarding fasting, time of sampling and any medications before you leave your sample. If there are specific indications for your test, you will find them above in the yellow information box. If you follow the steps below, you will be well prepared regardless of which test your sampling is for:
- Fasting for 10 hours before sampling.
- Leave the test before 10:00 in the morning.
- Rest for 15 minutes in place on the sampling unit.
- Bring valid identification.
The referral is available digitally at the sampling unit. Here you can read our guidelines for leaving samples.
How it works
The sampling is carried out by experienced staff at the selected sampling unit for your health test or health check. Test answers and results are sent securely digitally via e-mail.
1. Order your test
Order or make an appointment for a test.
2. Sampling
Simple, safe and smooth sampling.
3. Analysis & test result
Test results within 2-5 working days after analysis.
Why Testmottagningen.se?
With us you always get:
Qualitative analysis
To offer you the highest possible quality and service we collaborate with accredited laboratories and trained healthcare personnel.
Lowest possible price
Our vision is that as many people as possible should have the opportunity to improve their health. That's why we always strive to keep prices low.
Your needs – your choice
With us, you can always choose freely among all our health markers and design your own personal health check based on your needs.
Quick test results – reviewed by doctors
Within 2-5 working days you will receive your test results, these are reviewed and assessed by a doctor. In the event of significantly deviating test answers, you will be called. You can also make an appointment with a doctor for a personal review.
Sampling units near you
For your peace of mind, we collaborate with one of Sweden's leading laboratories, here you will find sampling units near you.
Questions and answers
Put the health tests or health checks you want to buy in the shopping cart then go to checkout and choose the payment option that suits you. After completed payment you will receive an order confirmation and your referral will be sent electronically to the sampling unit you have chosen and will be ready for your visit.
Read moreWe collaborate with one of Swedens largest laboratories, Unilabs, so that you as a customer will receive the highest possible quality. This is where you go for sampling performed by their experienced staff. The analysis is performed by authorized personnel at Unilabs.
Read moreTo create your own referral select the specific markers you want to test for in the shopping cart. When you complete your purchase, a separate referral is created based on your choices.
Read moreIt usually takes 2-5 working days to get your test results, these are sent to you continuously as the analysis is done. The doctors comment will appear in the final report when all test results have been received.
Read moreNo, blood tests do not replace contact with the healthcare system, which together with medical history, clinical examinations and possible blood tests can make a diagnosis.
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