Blood Test
Serum Folate Test in Pune
Also known as Folic Acid Test
Book the Serum Folate test in Pune with Pathofast Lab priced at Rs.1100. Book online for free home sample collection.
Rs.1100
Fasting
Not required
Reports in
By noon, next day
Sample
Blood (serum)
What this test checks
This blood test will tell us whether your folate levels are low that causes anemia and affects red blood cell formation. This helps doctors find the cause of symptoms like tiredness, loss of appetite, and pale skin.
How the test is done
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How to prepare for this test
Fasting: not required. Take your usual medications unless your doctor says otherwise.
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How is the sample collected
A technician draws blood from your arm, under 5 minutes.
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How to receive reports
Reports are ready in by noon, next day. Doctor-verified results sent via WhatsApp and email. For a hard copy, visit the lab.
What your report will show
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Folic Acid
Level of folate vitamin in your blood. Measured by CMIA on automated analyzer, reported in ng/mL. Low levels can cause anemia and birth defects.
Normal Range
3.1-20.5 ng/mL
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — across Pune including Aundh, Baner, Viman Nagar, Kalyani Nagar, Koregaon Park, Camp, Kharadi, Undri, NIBM, Pimpri-Chinchwad. Slots 7am-2pm.
3.1-20.5 ng/mL is normal for both men and women. Below 3.1 indicates folate deficiency that needs treatment.
Folate helps make healthy red blood cells and DNA. Low levels cause megaloblastic anemia and can lead to birth defects in pregnancy.
Pathofast Lab, Pune
Pathology lab in Camp, est. 2018 · Headed by Dr. Bhargav Raut (MBBS, DCP)
We come to you
Available across Pune — Aundh, Baner, Viman Nagar, Kalyani Nagar, Camp, Kharadi, Undri, NIBM, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and more. Slots from 7 am – 2 pm.
Quick and painless
A trained phlebotomist visits your home. The blood draw takes under 5 minutes using sterile, single-use equipment.
Results on your phone
Doctor-verified reports sent via WhatsApp, email, or downloadable from our portal — usually within the same day.
