Folate
Folate (vitamin B9) measures the level of folic acid in your blood. Folate is essential for cell growth, DNA formation, and red blood cell production.
Category: Vitamins & Minerals
Also known as: folate, folic acid, vitamin b9, serum folate, Pteroylglutamic acid, Vit M, Vitamin M, folna kiselina
Reference range: 2.7–17 ng/mL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: ng/mL
High values may indicate
High folate levels are usually not harmful but may mask vitamin B12 deficiency. Very high levels from supplementation may be associated with certain health concerns under investigation.
Low values may indicate
Low folate levels may indicate folate deficiency anemia, poor dietary intake, malabsorption, alcoholism, or pregnancy-related depletion. Deficiency during pregnancy increases the risk of neural tube defects.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Folate level?
- A typical reference range for Folate is 2.7–17 ng/mL (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- What units is Folate measured in?
- Folate is most commonly reported in ng/mL. Labs in different countries may use other units — you can convert between them with BloodId's blood test unit converter.
- Where do Folate reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Folate over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Folate over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.