Folate Testing near me in Columbia, Maryland
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![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Columbia - 8205 Snowden River Pkwy](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvMFZKalgwL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1Db2x1bWJpYV8yMDIzMDkxMjE0MjczM18xLnBuZyJdLFsicCIsInRodW1iIiwiMTAweDEwMCMiXSxbInAiLCJlbmNvZGUiLCJwbmciLCItcXVhbGl0eSA4NSJdXQ/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Columbia_20230912142733_1.png?sha=085e1d129bce4adc)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Columbia
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Maple Lawn (Fulton) - 8175 Westside Blvd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvZ2J4TjQzL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1GdWx0b25fMjAyMzA5MTIxNTQxNDZfMS5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgxMDAjIl0sWyJwIiwiZW5jb2RlIiwicG5nIiwiLXF1YWxpdHkgODUiXV0/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Fulton_20230912154146_1.png?sha=8da832e0a4d56e3e)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Maple Lawn (Fulton)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Ellicott City - 9396 Baltimore National Pike](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQTJRR2swL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1FbGxpY290dENpdHlfMjAyMzA5MTIxNDM2MzlfMS5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgiXSxbInAiLCJlbmNvZGUiLCJwbmciLCItcXVhbGl0eSA4NSJdXQ/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-EllicottCity_20230912143639_1.png?sha=caef5ddf52b0bfe1)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Ellicott City
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Canton - 2500 Boston St](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvcGpQbDZEL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1CYWx0aW1vcmVfMjAyMzA4MTYxNzM2MTlfMS5QTkciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgxMDAjIl0sWyJwIiwiZW5jb2RlIiwianBnIiwiLXF1YWxpdHkgODUiXV0/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Baltimore_20230816173619_1.jpg?sha=8d864fc2f9b92159)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Canton
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, College Park - 4407 Hartwick Rd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvZ0pCbkRsL0FsbGNhcmVQcmltYXJJbW1lZGlhdGVDYXJlLUNvbGxlZ2VQYXJrXzIwMjQwNDI1MTYzNDU0XzEucG5nIl0sWyJwIiwidGh1bWIiLCIxMDB4MTAwIyJdLFsicCIsImVuY29kZSIsInBuZyIsIi1xdWFsaXR5IDg1Il1d/AllcarePrimarImmediateCare-CollegePark_20240425163454_1.png?sha=56d7cc62954ce887)
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, College Park
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Silver Spring - 8455 Colesville Rd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQVhlOW5FL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1TaWx2ZXJTcHJpbmdfMjAyNDA0MjYxMzE3MjVfMS5QTkciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgxMDAjIl0sWyJwIiwiZW5jb2RlIiwianBnIiwiLXF1YWxpdHkgODUiXV0/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-SilverSpring_20240426131725_1.jpg?sha=e2488f697d87f3c2)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Silver Spring
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Shady Grove - 16254 Frederick Rd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvME8za0xFL0FsbGNhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1HYWl0aGVyc2J1cmdfMjAyNDA0MjUxNjQ1NTZfbG9nby5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgiXV0/AllcarePrimaryImmediateCare-Gaithersburg_20240425164556_logo.png?basename=allcare-primary-immediate-care-shady-grove&sha=ef48daa9ad0e70e7)
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Shady Grove
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, North Bethesda - 10400 Old Georgetown Rd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQTROSjlEL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1CZXRoZXNkYV8yMDIzMDkxMjE0NDg1Nl8xLlBORyJdLFsicCIsInRodW1iIiwiMTAweDEwMCMiXSxbInAiLCJlbmNvZGUiLCJqcGciLCItcXVhbGl0eSA4NSJdXQ/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Bethesda_20230912144856_1.jpg?sha=17b456dc04a3e149)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, North Bethesda
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![The Convenient Clinic - 1160 Varnum St NE](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvcFlSeEw5L1RoZUNvbnZlbmllbnRDbGluaWMtV2FzaGluZ3Rvbl8yMDIyMTIyMDE3MTkzNl9sb2dvLnBuZyJdLFsicCIsInRodW1iIiwiMTAweCJdXQ/TheConvenientClinic-Washington_20221220171936_logo.png?basename=the-convenient-clinic&sha=74044c49b8594442)
The Convenient Clinic
The Convenient Clinic
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Bethesda - 8305 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQUdyNEswL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1CZXRoZXNkYV8yMDI0MDQyNjEyNTYzMV8xLnBuZyJdLFsicCIsInRodW1iIiwiMTAweDEwMCMiXSxbInAiLCJlbmNvZGUiLCJwbmciLCItcXVhbGl0eSA4NSJdXQ/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Bethesda_20240426125631_1.png?sha=d4c55233884ea19f)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Bethesda
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Towson - 900 Kenilworth Dr](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQXp4MmVOL0FsbGNhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1Ub3dzb25fMjAyNDA2MjkxMzIwMzFfbG9nby5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgiXV0/AllcarePrimaryImmediateCare-Towson_20240629132031_logo.png?basename=allcare-primary-immediate-care-towson&sha=96a244d8733b63b8)
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Towson
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care
![tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow), Germantown - 12321 Middlebrook Road](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQU1WbmoxL3RydVByaW1hcnlVcmdlbnRDYXJldHJ1SGVhbHRoTm93LUdlcm1hbnRvd25fMjAyNDEyMjMxNzM5MzZfMS5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgxMDAjIl0sWyJwIiwiZW5jb2RlIiwicG5nIiwiLXF1YWxpdHkgODUiXV0/truPrimaryUrgentCaretruHealthNow-Germantown_20241223173936_1.png?sha=a80056fe704bf33a)
tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow), Germantown
tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow)
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Washington DC - Wisconsin Ave - 3500 Wisconsin Ave](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvMFBKclFwL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1XYXNoaW5ndG9uXzIwMjMwOTEyMTQ1NTE0XzEucG5nIl0sWyJwIiwidGh1bWIiLCIxMDB4MTAwIyJdLFsicCIsImVuY29kZSIsInBuZyIsIi1xdWFsaXR5IDg1Il1d/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Washington_20230912145514_1.png?sha=f0cd39cccd307489)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Washington DC - Wisconsin Ave
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![Medics USA, Dupont Circle Urgent Care - 1700 17th St NW, Washington](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvMHhkRzkwL01lZGljc1VTQS1XYXNoaW5ndG9uXzIwMjMxMDEwMTcyMzM0X2xvZ28ucG5nIl0sWyJwIiwidGh1bWIiLCIxMDB4Il1d/MedicsUSA-Washington_20231010172334_logo.png?basename=medics-usa-dupont-circle-urgent-care&sha=bb796df33a3c8cbd)
Medics USA, Dupont Circle Urgent Care
Medics USA
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, H Street - 315 H St NE](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvMDc3S1gwL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1XYXNoaW5ndG9uXzIwMjMwODE4MTcwNTA5XzEucG5nIl0sWyJwIiwidGh1bWIiLCIxMDB4Il0sWyJwIiwiZW5jb2RlIiwicG5nIiwiLXF1YWxpdHkgODUiXV0/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Washington_20230818170509_1.png?sha=d93200c59ab8fd1b)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, H Street
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Annapolis - 2554 Solomons Island Rd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQVdSa3F2L0FsbGNhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1Bbm5hcG9saXNfMjAyNDA4MDUyMTIzNDZfbG9nby5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgiXV0/AllcarePrimaryImmediateCare-Annapolis_20240805212346_logo.png?basename=allcare-primary-immediate-care-annapolis&sha=026da813742e23da)
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Annapolis
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care
![Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Navy Yard - 811 2nd St SE](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvZ3c4ZHIxL0FsbGNhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1XYXNoaW5ndG9uXzIwMjMwODE2MTc0OTM0XzEucG5nIl0sWyJwIiwidGh1bWIiLCIxMDB4MTAwIyJdLFsicCIsImVuY29kZSIsInBuZyIsIi1xdWFsaXR5IDg1Il1d/AllcarePrimaryImmediateCare-Washington_20230816174934_1.png?sha=271f6021fe4b2393)
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care, Navy Yard
Allcare Primary & Immediate Care
![AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Arlington - Courthouse - 1515 N Courthouse Rd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvQVhKNVZnL0FsbENhcmVQcmltYXJ5SW1tZWRpYXRlQ2FyZS1Bcmxpbmd0b25fMjAyNDA0MjYxMzMzMzVfMS5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgxMDAjIl0sWyJwIiwiZW5jb2RlIiwicG5nIiwiLXF1YWxpdHkgODUiXV0/AllCarePrimaryImmediateCare-Arlington_20240426133335_1.png?sha=cfccf933f10a8209)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Arlington - Courthouse
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
![Vista Medical Center, North Arlington - 5335 Langston Blvd., Arlington](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvMGVSZEVBL1Zpc3RhTWVkaWNhbENlbnRlci1Bcmxpbmd0b25fMjAyMjA1MTkxNTA3MDFfbG9nby5wbmciXSxbInAiLCJ0aHVtYiIsIjEwMHgiXV0/VistaMedicalCenter-Arlington_20220519150701_logo.png?basename=vista-medical-center-north-arlington&sha=1cda634c501f3ebd)
Vista Medical Center, North Arlington
Vista Medical Center
![Inova- GoHealth Urgent Care, Ballston - 3902 Wilson Blvd](https://d1kve3ll6vvkpr.cloudfront.net/dir/media/W1siZnUiLCJodHRwczovL2QzaG11MWpzM3R6M3IxLmNsb3VkZnJvbnQubmV0L3AvZ29CVnFML0lub3ZhR29IZWFsdGhVcmdlbnRDYXJlLUFybGluZ3Rvbl8yMDI0MDUxNTE4MDkyOV8xLnBuZyJdLFsicCIsInRodW1iIiwiMTAweDEwMCMiXSxbInAiLCJlbmNvZGUiLCJwbmciLCItcXVhbGl0eSA4NSJdXQ/InovaGoHealthUrgentCare-Arlington_20240515180929_1.png?sha=12b47d88d2853eb5)
Inova- GoHealth Urgent Care, Ballston
Inova- GoHealth Urgent Care
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About Folate Testing
Folate Testing, also known as folic acid or vitamin B9 testing, is a diagnostic test that measures the level of folate in the blood. Folate is an essential B-vitamin that plays a crucial role in cell division, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell production. Testing for folate levels helps identify deficiencies that can lead to various health issues.
Who Should Get Tested
Residents of Columbia, Maryland, with symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, and pale skin may benefit from Folate Testing. Additionally, individuals with certain risk factors, such as poor dietary folate intake, malabsorption disorders, and pregnancy, may require testing.
Test Methods for Folate
Folate Testing is typically performed using a blood sample. The most common test is the serum folate test, which measures the level of folate in the blood. Another method is the red blood cell folate test, which assesses the folate levels inside red blood cells.
Interpreting the Results
The interpretation of Folate Testing results involves analyzing the level of folate in the blood. Low folate levels may indicate a deficiency that requires further evaluation and treatment.
Importance of Folate Testing
Folate Testing is important for:
- Diagnosing folate deficiency
- Assessing potential causes of anemia and other health issues
- Guiding appropriate treatment, including folate supplementation
Following the Test
After Folate Testing, healthcare providers discuss the results with individuals and recommend appropriate interventions based on the test findings. Treatment options may include dietary changes, folate supplementation, or further investigation into the underlying cause of the deficiency.
Folate Test FAQs
Where is the best place to get folate testing in Columbia?
Folate testing in Columbia is available at medical laboratories, primary care offices, and hematologists' offices. Some urgent care centers may also provide this service. Consider the cost and health insurance coverage. There are approximately 72 locations in Columbia where you can schedule an appointment for folate testing.Who should get tested for folate deficiency?
Individuals with symptoms like weakness, fatigue, or cognitive issues or those at risk for folate deficiency may get tested to measure folate levels and ensure proper diagnosis and treatment.How much does folate testing cost in Columbia?
Folate testing cost in Columbia varies. Health insurance coverage varies by plan, and the cost can differ between urgent care centers and medical labs. To get precise cost details, contact nearby labs. 72 locations in Columbia offer this test.Will health insurance cover folate testing?
Health insurance coverage for folate testing may vary depending on your insurance plan. Some plans cover this testing when deemed medically necessary by a physician. However, it's essential to check with your insurance provider to understand the specific coverage, any potential requirements like pre-authorization or physician approval, and if the test is covered at both medical labs and urgent care centers.How do I make an appointment for folate testing in Columbia?
For folate testing in Columbia, Solv is your go-to resource. We offer a convenient way to find and book appointments at nearby urgent care centers and medical labs. With Solv, you can quickly access same day and next day availability for various healthcare services, including folate testing. Our website and mobile app make scheduling your test hassle-free.
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Updated on Jan 25, 2025
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