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Cheapest folate test in our comparison
A single blood test measuring serum folate (vitamin B9), a marker linked to red blood cell production and energy. Suited to anyone with symptoms of fatigue, a restricted diet, or pregnancy-related folate needs.
Folate test undercuts its £59.63 group median
A single blood test measuring folate (vitamin B9), a nutrient the body has only a few months' reserve of. It suits people checking for a possible deficiency linked to diet, absorption problems, pregnancy or certain medications.
Costs more than most folate tests, but far less than one
A single blood test measuring folate (Vitamin B9), commonly used to assess levels relevant to red blood cell formation and tissue repair. Useful during pregnancy planning or on a restricted diet.
Priciest folate test here; a cheaper home kit exists
This venous blood test measures folate (vitamin B9) levels. It suits people investigating possible deficiency symptoms, checking nutritional status in pregnancy, or monitoring folic acid supplementation.
Compare folate test tests feature by feature across all providers.
| Feature | Medichecks Folate (Serum) Blood Test | Blue Horizon Medicals Folate | Bluecrest Wellness Vitamin B9 (Folate) | Better2Know Folate - Serum Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compare Health Test score | 83.3 /10 Cheapest folate test in our comparison | 79.7 /10 Folate test undercuts its £59.63 group median | 65.8 /10 Costs more than most folate tests, but far less than one | 64.0 /10 Priciest folate test here; a cheaper home kit exists |
| Price | £39.00 | £54.25 | £65.00 | £185.00 |
| Biomarkers Count | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Turnaround Min Days | 3 days | 1 days | 3 days | 1 days |
| Turnaround Max Days | 3 days | 1 days | 8 days | 1 days |
| Sample Type | Blood | Blood | Blood | Blood |
| Collection Model | In-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic | At-home finger-prick or Tasso autodraw or venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit | Venous draw at local venue | Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £99 |
| Gender Focus | Both | Both | Both | Both |
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