The Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) blood test helps diagnose deficiencies linked to anemia, pregnancy complications, and neurological disorders.
| Test Price | Rs. 937 ( Tax included ) |
| Group Name | Vitamin panel |
| Fasting | Overnight Fasting required |
| Sample Type | Blood |
| Appointment | Online Appointment |
| Booking Procedure | Complete the form online |
| Sample Collection | Expert collect samples at Home |
| Reports | Delivered Online within 24-48 Hrs* |
| Report type | Email & Hardcopy ( On request ) |
During a Vitamin B9/Folic Acid blood test, a healthcare professional takes a blood sample from your arm, which is also known as venipuncture. A lab expert known as a phlebotomist conducts this process using a needle. He locates a vein on your arm and inserts the needle to draw blood. The blood sample will be transferred into a test tube and will be taken safely to the labs for the test.
The lab technicians will test the sample by following established standards, to ensure correct reports. Thyrocare Labs has a team of professionals who are skilled and experienced. After the testing is done, your reports are sent to your email within 1-2 days. On the other hand, if you need a hard copy of the report, expect the delivery of the same within 3-5 business days.
For Vitamin B9/Folic Acid blood tests, special preparations are not needed. However, some important steps must be taken to ensure accuracy in the test reports.
There are no side effects or risks attached to Vitamin B9/Folic Acid blood tests. The test involves the collection of a blood sample from your home. A phlebotomist draws blood from your arm using a needle, which only takes a few minutes. During this process, you might feel a sting on your arm, which is not painful. The blood sample will then be sent to the labs. Our medical experts take all precautions and safety measures during sample collection and testing.
| Conducted at | Thyrocare Labs |
| Lab Accreditation | CAP, NABL, ICMR, NGSP, ISO |
| Technology | LC-MS/MS |
| Method | LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY TANDEM MASS SPECTROMETRY |
| Supervision | Dr Sachin Patil MD(Path) |
| Results | Highly Specific |
Our labs work 365 days / 24 x 7 to ensure your Vitamin B9/Folic Acid samples reach us the same night, before midnight. We are equipped with (MUT) - India's first preanalytical barcoded vial sorter, Sample Sorter & Aptio (Siemens).
Our IT-enabled barcoded bi-directional operating systems & world-class air logistics process your blood samples within the specified time with the utmost accuracy. Once your specimen for Vitamin B9/Folic Acid is collected by our phlebotomist, Your reports will be sent to your email id within 24 to 48 hours. For hard copy requests, the reports would be delivered in 3 to 5 days. You will be informed via SMS & email once we process your report.
The blood test price is Rs. 937 . It is important to note that if your booking amount is below Rs. 300, there will be an extra charge of Rs. 200 for home sample collection. Otherwise, the sample collection at home is free of charge.
As a matter of fact, drinking water before a blood test bears no harm at all. Keeping your body hydrated is necessary at all levels and it ensures accuracy in the blood test results. Other than water, any other form of drink such as carbonated drinks, sweetened beverages, etc must be avoided.
Too much physical activity or strenuous exercise is not ideal before a blood test as it changes the blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose levels which can impact your results negatively. You may also consult your doctor or lab professional about the same.
Blood tests can be booked at home or office in the following way:
● You can fill up the blue form on the test page of Mediyaar to obtain an appointment for a blood test at home.
● The form containing name, address, number, age, pincode, etc, needs to be filled correctly.
● You will receive a payment link via email after you fill out and submit the form. You can also pay online at the time of sample collection.
Overnight Fasting required for Vitamin B9/Folic Acid. You also need to take precautions such as not consuming alcohol, sweetened beverages, or junk foods. Other precautions include avoiding vigorous workouts and unsupervised medication. You need to follow a strict fasting requirement of up to 8-10 hours except for drinking water.
The reference range is mentioned in the report but you should always consult a doctor to understand your test results better. The results help you to know your health condition concerning the parameter you chose to be tested for. Based on the report, your doctor may help you with medication and treatment, if required.
Mediyaar blood test at home service is an award winning concept that allows you to book blood test from the comfort of your home. A trained technician will visit your home or office at the time selected by you, he will collect the blood sample and deliver it to our associated lab for further analysis.
Yes, all our technicians follow very strict hygiene protocols, They use sterile equipment and wear protective gear to ensure a safe blood collection process.
A certified and trained phlebotomist from Thyrocare Labs will visit your home or office to collect the Blood sample. They are background verified experienced professionals who maintains strict safety standards.
We offer flexible time slots for sample collection, While Morning is considered the best time for blood test collection but you can also choose evening slots if the test is non fasting .
You can cancel or reschedule your appointment by sending a watsapp message , email or call our customer care team.
Blood test listed on Mediyaar are discounted up to 60%. If you are looking to avail the service of health checkup packages that combine multiple test, you can use the top navigation on any page or use the search bar located on the header of the website.
Your test results are kept strictly confidential and shared only with you via email. All databases are encrypted & any unauthorised person does not have access to our system.
We accept multiple payment options, including online payments via credit/debit cards, net banking, UPI, and wallets.You can either pre pay via link sent to you in your email after the booking is made or at the time of sample collection on the appointment day.
We cover all major pincodes across South 24 Parganas, However Availability of technicians may vary based on your location and preferred time slots. we will keep you updated if there are any changes to your scheduled appointment.
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