Vitamin B12 + Folates LabCorp

Fatigue: Low Vitamin B12 or Folate can cause fatigue because these vitamins are essential for making red blood cells that carry oxygen.
Numbness/tingling: Vitamin B12 deficiency can affect nerve health, leading to sensations like numbness or tingling.
Pale skin: Low levels of B12 or Folate can lead to anemia, which reduces red blood cell production and may cause pale skin.
Shortness of breath: Anemia caused by low B12 or Folate can reduce the oxygen-carrying capacity of your blood, leading to shortness of breath.
Sore tongue: Deficiencies in Vitamin B12 or Folate can affect cell growth and regeneration, sometimes causing a sore or inflamed tongue.
Weakness: Low B12 or Folate can impair nerve and muscle function, contributing to feelings of weakness.

$25.00

This test measures B12 and folate levels to diagnose potential deficiencies and disorders.

LabCorp Test #: 000810, CPT: 82607, 82746

Disclaimer: Due to state regulations, Defy Medical does not offer on-demand lab testing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Massachusetts.

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This test measures the levels of vitamin B12 and folate in your blood, which are important for making red blood cells and keeping your nerves healthy. Low levels can cause anemia and neurological problems. Your doctor may order this test if you have symptoms like fatigue, weakness, or numbness.

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Why To Buy	Testing your Vitamin B12 and Folate levels can help identify if a deficiency is causing your symptoms, as low levels can lead to issues with energy and nerve function. Finding the cause(s) of: Fatigue: Low Vitamin B12 or Folate can cause fatigue because these vitamins are essential for making red blood cells that carry oxygen. Numbness/tingling: Vitamin B12 deficiency can affect nerve health, leading to sensations like numbness or tingling. Pale skin: Low levels of B12 or Folate can lead to anemia, which reduces red blood cell production and may cause pale skin. Shortness of breath: Anemia caused by low B12 or Folate can reduce the oxygen-carrying capacity of your blood, leading to shortness of breath. Sore tongue: Deficiencies in Vitamin B12 or Folate can affect cell growth and regeneration, sometimes causing a sore or inflamed tongue. Weakness: Low B12 or Folate can impair nerve and muscle function, contributing to feelings of weakness.
Symptoms	Fatigue, Numbness/tingling, Pale skin, Shortness of breath, Sore tongue, Weakness