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Vitamin A Deficiency Test in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania communities

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

Philadelphia5,512,873Vitamin A Deficiency Test Pittsburgh1,720,279Vitamin A Deficiency Test Allentown714,136Vitamin A Deficiency Test Harrisburg472,261Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lancaster430,621Vitamin A Deficiency Test Scranton376,974Vitamin A Deficiency Test Reading299,068Vitamin A Deficiency Test York236,818Vitamin A Deficiency Test Erie186,489Vitamin A Deficiency Test Pottstown115,413Vitamin A Deficiency Test State College88,526Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lebanon80,620Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bethlehem75,599Vitamin A Deficiency Test Altoona73,374Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hanover67,037Vitamin A Deficiency Test Levittown51,100Vitamin A Deficiency Test Wilkes-Barre44,086Vitamin A Deficiency Test Norristown35,607Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bethel Park33,356Vitamin A Deficiency Test Chester32,819Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hazleton29,339Vitamin A Deficiency Test Monroeville28,607Vitamin A Deficiency Test Drexel Hill28,538Vitamin A Deficiency Test Williamsport27,908Vitamin A Deficiency Test Easton27,860Vitamin A Deficiency Test Plum27,123Vitamin A Deficiency Test King of Prussia23,841Vitamin A Deficiency Test Allison Park23,160Vitamin A Deficiency Test Chambersburg22,141Vitamin A Deficiency Test New Castle21,992Vitamin A Deficiency Test Baldwin21,274Vitamin A Deficiency Test Murrysville20,810Vitamin A Deficiency Test Carlisle19,869Vitamin A Deficiency Test West Mifflin19,638Vitamin A Deficiency Test Johnstown18,647Vitamin A Deficiency Test West Chester18,592Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lansdale18,509Vitamin A Deficiency Test Phoenixville18,437Vitamin A Deficiency Test McKeesport17,935Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hermitage16,240Vitamin A Deficiency Test Colonial Park16,132Vitamin A Deficiency Test Fullerton16,131Vitamin A Deficiency Test Franklin Park15,239Vitamin A Deficiency Test Greensburg14,982Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hershey14,619Vitamin A Deficiency Test Weigelstown14,593Vitamin A Deficiency Test Wilkinsburg14,492Vitamin A Deficiency Test Ardmore14,391Vitamin A Deficiency Test Dunmore14,009Vitamin A Deficiency Test Willow Grove13,958Vitamin A Deficiency Test Ephrata13,767Vitamin A Deficiency Test Indiana13,573Vitamin A Deficiency Test Butler13,452Vitamin A Deficiency Test Pottsville13,413Vitamin A Deficiency Test Washington13,322Vitamin A Deficiency Test Coatesville13,306Vitamin A Deficiency Test Kingston13,304Vitamin A Deficiency Test Sharon13,203Vitamin A Deficiency Test Carnot-Moon13,196Vitamin A Deficiency Test Meadville12,999Vitamin A Deficiency Test