What is the Folic Acid test?
• A folic acid test measures the amount of folic acid, a B vitamin, in the blood. The body needs folic acid in order to make red and white blood cells, platelets and new genetic material (DNA) in cells and for normal growth. It is tested to evaluate anemia, detect malnutrition or difficulty absorbing folic acid, monitor treatment for folic acid deficiency or vitamin B-12 deficiency. To prepare for this test, do not eat or drink for 8 – 10 hours prior to the test.
