Mid-Atlantic · Vitamin A Deficiency Test

Vitamin A Deficiency Test in New Jersey

This page explains the vitamin a deficiency test, what it measures, and how to order it. The Vitamin A Deficiency Test checks the level of Vitamin A in your blood to evaluate potential deficiencies.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab

ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test measures the amount of Vitamin A, also known as Retinol, in the blood. Vitamin A is crucial for vision, immune function, and skin health. A deficiency can lead to various health issues if left unchecked.

What it measures

Retinol — reflects Vitamin A levels in the blood

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw from a vein in your arm. The sample is then analyzed in a laboratory to determine Vitamin A levels.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test if there are symptoms suggesting a Vitamin A deficiency, such as vision problems or skin issues. It may also be ordered for individuals with conditions affecting nutrient absorption.

Preparation

Preparation may include fasting or avoiding certain foods. Always follow the specific instructions provided by the collection lab.

How results are reported

Results indicate the level of Vitamin A in the blood and whether it falls within the lab's reference range. These ranges can vary between laboratories.

Before you go

Fasting requirements
Sample collection instructions
Turnaround time for results

Cities

Vitamin A Deficiency Test in New Jersey communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Trenton316,436Vitamin A Deficiency Test Newark306,247Vitamin A Deficiency Test Jersey City287,146Vitamin A Deficiency Test Atlantic City236,314Vitamin A Deficiency Test Paterson157,927Vitamin A Deficiency Test Elizabeth135,772Vitamin A Deficiency Test Vineland92,364Vitamin A Deficiency Test Clifton89,460Vitamin A Deficiency Test Camden72,381Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bayonne70,553Vitamin A Deficiency Test Passaic70,308Vitamin A Deficiency Test East Orange68,918Vitamin A Deficiency Test Union City67,903Vitamin A Deficiency Test Twin Rivers64,012Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hoboken59,369Vitamin A Deficiency Test New Brunswick55,671Vitamin A Deficiency Test Perth Amboy55,046Vitamin A Deficiency Test Plainfield54,183Vitamin A Deficiency Test West New York52,485Vitamin A Deficiency Test Sicklerville46,626Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hackensack45,723Vitamin A Deficiency Test Sayreville45,062Vitamin A Deficiency Test Linden43,387Vitamin A Deficiency Test Kearny41,790Vitamin A Deficiency Test Fort Lee39,701Vitamin A Deficiency Test Fair Lawn34,820Vitamin A Deficiency Test Garfield32,481Vitamin A Deficiency Test Long Branch31,734Vitamin A Deficiency Test Westfield30,950Vitamin A Deficiency Test Princeton30,717Vitamin A Deficiency Test Rahway29,582Vitamin A Deficiency Test Englewood29,129Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bergenfield28,282Vitamin A Deficiency Test Millville27,946Vitamin A Deficiency Test Paramus26,650Vitamin A Deficiency Test Ridgewood25,991Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lodi25,983Vitamin A Deficiency Test Cliffside Park25,515Vitamin A Deficiency Test Carteret25,077Vitamin A Deficiency Test Somerset24,827Vitamin A Deficiency Test South Plainfield24,251Vitamin A Deficiency Test North Plainfield22,635Vitamin A Deficiency Test Summit22,598Vitamin A Deficiency Test Roselle22,511Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hillsborough22,273Vitamin A Deficiency Test Parsippany21,931Vitamin A Deficiency Test Secaucus21,439Vitamin A Deficiency Test Elmwood Park21,239Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lindenwold21,048Vitamin A Deficiency Test Pleasantville20,505Vitamin A Deficiency Test Palisades Park20,291Vitamin A Deficiency Test Glassboro20,284Vitamin A Deficiency Test Morristown20,003Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hawthorne19,507Vitamin A Deficiency Test Preakness19,083Vitamin A Deficiency Test Tinton Falls19,053Vitamin A Deficiency Test Point Pleasant18,839Vitamin A Deficiency Test Harrison18,824Vitamin A Deficiency Test Rutherford18,781Vitamin A Deficiency Test Colonia18,776Vitamin A Deficiency Test