Description
RBC folate level correlates well with liver folate, a significant tissue store. Therefore, the strength of the relations between folate intake and biomarkers of folate status such as RBC folate is of considerable interest. See Also Folate, Serum
Indications
Besides its use in the differential diagnosis of megalobalstic anaemia, RBC folate level is a good biomarker for nutritional status of this important nutrient because of its correlation with liver folate.
Sample Type, Quantity & Conditions
2 ml EDTA Whole Blood Room Temperature
Special Precautions
Normal Range
Normal: 212-534 ng/mL
