Folate
Folate (vitamin B9) is needed to make DNA and red blood cells. It's especially important before and during pregnancy, and low levels can cause anemia.
Your reading
This app uses 2–20 ng/mL. Low folate often goes together with a poor diet or heavy drinking. It's usually checked alongside B12, because the two deficiencies cause similar anemia.
What may help
- —Leafy greens, beans, lentils, citrus and fortified grains
- —Folic acid supplements if you're planning a pregnancy
- —Drinking less alcohol, which blocks folate absorption
When to talk to a doctor
If folate is low, or you're planning a pregnancy. Low folate is easy to correct.
Common questions
What is Folate?
Folate (vitamin B9) is needed to make DNA and red blood cells. It's especially important before and during pregnancy, and low levels can cause anemia.
What is a normal Folate level?
Daygo uses 2–20 ng/mL as the reference range. This app uses 2–20 ng/mL. Low folate often goes together with a poor diet or heavy drinking. It's usually checked alongside B12, because the two deficiencies cause similar anemia.
How can I improve my Folate?
Leafy greens, beans, lentils, citrus and fortified grains. Folic acid supplements if you're planning a pregnancy. Drinking less alcohol, which blocks folate absorption.
When should I see a doctor about Folate?
If folate is low, or you're planning a pregnancy. Low folate is easy to correct.
Source: MedlinePlus (NIH). Reference ranges are standard adult intervals — your own lab may report a different range for your age, sex, or method. This isn't medical advice; always go by the range on your actual results and talk to a clinician about anything that concerns you.