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Vitamin A Deficiency Test in New Mexico

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 Mexico communities

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

Albuquerque765,693Vitamin A Deficiency Test Las Cruces141,399Vitamin A Deficiency Test Rio Rancho102,403Vitamin A Deficiency Test Santa Fe99,439Vitamin A Deficiency Test Roswell48,347Vitamin A Deficiency Test Farmington46,696Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hobbs39,476Vitamin A Deficiency Test Clovis38,505Vitamin A Deficiency Test South Valley36,583Vitamin A Deficiency Test Carlsbad31,525Vitamin A Deficiency Test Alamogordo31,201Vitamin A Deficiency Test Gallup21,901Vitamin A Deficiency Test Los Lunas17,072Vitamin A Deficiency Test Sunland Park16,488Vitamin A Deficiency Test Deming14,730Vitamin A Deficiency Test Chaparral14,098Vitamin A Deficiency Test Los Alamos13,270Vitamin A Deficiency Test Las Vegas13,247Vitamin A Deficiency Test Artesia12,637Vitamin A Deficiency Test North Valley12,594Vitamin A Deficiency Test Portales12,151Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lovington11,505Vitamin A Deficiency Test Española10,492Vitamin A Deficiency Test Silver City9,694Vitamin A Deficiency Test Grants9,208Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bernalillo9,049Vitamin A Deficiency Test Anthony8,748Vitamin A Deficiency Test Socorro8,553Vitamin A Deficiency Test Corrales8,488Vitamin A Deficiency Test Shiprock8,452Vitamin A Deficiency Test Ruidoso7,636Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bloomfield7,514Vitamin A Deficiency Test Belen7,374Vitamin A Deficiency Test Zuni Pueblo7,012Vitamin A Deficiency Test Taos6,524Vitamin A Deficiency Test Aztec6,283Vitamin A Deficiency Test North Hobbs6,148Vitamin A Deficiency Test Edgewood6,106Vitamin A Deficiency Test Raton6,082Vitamin A Deficiency Test Truth or Consequences6,078Vitamin A Deficiency Test Santa Teresa6,037Vitamin A Deficiency Test Los Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Vitamin A Deficiency Test White Rock5,716Vitamin A Deficiency Test Eldorado at Santa Fe5,419Vitamin A Deficiency Test Tucumcari5,221Vitamin A Deficiency Test El Cerro Mission5,103Vitamin A Deficiency Test Crouch Mesa4,997Vitamin A Deficiency Test Los Chaves4,938Vitamin A Deficiency Test Rio Communities4,904Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lee Acres4,851Vitamin A Deficiency Test Paradise Hills4,442Vitamin A Deficiency Test Meadow Lake4,248Vitamin A Deficiency Test Kirtland AFB4,142Vitamin A Deficiency Test Holloman AFB4,128Vitamin A Deficiency Test La Cienega4,110Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bosque Farms4,010Vitamin A Deficiency Test Placitas3,863Vitamin A Deficiency Test Peralta3,392Vitamin A Deficiency Test Chimayo3,208Vitamin A Deficiency Test Vado3,199Vitamin A Deficiency Test