Medichecks Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin B12 (Active) Folate and Ferritin Blood Test

Feeling fatigued, low on energy, or struggling with brain fog? This test measures active vitamin B12, folate, and ferritin, three essential nutrients that support energy production, red blood cell formation, and overall well-being.

  • Doctor reviewed
Sample
Blood
Collection
In-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Results in
4 days
Biomarkers
3
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • Ferritin
  • Folate - serum
  • Vitamin B12 - active

Test specifications

Provider
Medichecks
Sample type
blood
Collection method
in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Turnaround time
4 days
Biomarkers tested
3
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

3 biomarkers as listed by Medichecks.

Iron status

  • Ferritin

Vitamins

  • Folate - serum
  • Vitamin B12 - active

About this test

Feeling fatigued, low on energy, or struggling with brain fog? This test measures active vitamin B12, folate, and ferritin, three essential nutrients that support energy production, red blood cell formation, and overall well-being. It's ideal for those experiencing tiredness, dizziness, or suspected anaemia, as well as individuals with dietary deficiencies or absorption issues.

Description provided by Medichecks.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 8.0/10

    The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 9.0/10

    3 biomarkers against a median of 3 across the 4 tests in its comparison group.

  • Collection convenience 5.0/10

    Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 5 days.

  • Results and follow-up 7.5/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor.

  • Trust signals 9.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.5 from 2,477 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); doctor review as standard; trading 25+ years.

  • Value for money 7.2/10

    £74.00 against a comparison-group median of £82.45 (-10%).

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