South · Vitamin A Deficiency Test

Vitamin A Deficiency Test in South Carolina

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 South Carolina communities

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

Charleston685,517Vitamin A Deficiency Test Columbia640,502Vitamin A Deficiency Test Greenville450,487Vitamin A Deficiency Test Myrtle Beach281,180Vitamin A Deficiency Test Spartanburg216,021Vitamin A Deficiency Test Mauldin149,687Vitamin A Deficiency Test Rock Hill115,292Vitamin A Deficiency Test North Charleston114,542Vitamin A Deficiency Test Mount Pleasant88,900Vitamin A Deficiency Test Florence88,709Vitamin A Deficiency Test Anderson80,657Vitamin A Deficiency Test Sumter77,626Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hilton Head Island74,248Vitamin A Deficiency Test Summerville50,318Vitamin A Deficiency Test Goose Creek44,502Vitamin A Deficiency Test Greer35,151Vitamin A Deficiency Test Aiken31,516Vitamin A Deficiency Test Bluffton27,596Vitamin A Deficiency Test Socastee24,657Vitamin A Deficiency Test Carolina Forest24,642Vitamin A Deficiency Test Fort Mill24,069Vitamin A Deficiency Test North Augusta24,013Vitamin A Deficiency Test Taylors23,348Vitamin A Deficiency Test Simpsonville23,190Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lexington23,068Vitamin A Deficiency Test Easley22,643Vitamin A Deficiency Test Greenwood22,363Vitamin A Deficiency Test Conway22,001Vitamin A Deficiency Test St. Andrews21,383Vitamin A Deficiency Test Wade Hampton20,879Vitamin A Deficiency Test Hanahan20,381Vitamin A Deficiency Test Five Forks19,158Vitamin A Deficiency Test North Myrtle Beach18,502Vitamin A Deficiency Test West Columbia17,265Vitamin A Deficiency Test Clemson17,238Vitamin A Deficiency Test Red Hill16,060Vitamin A Deficiency Test Berea15,892Vitamin A Deficiency Test Seven Oaks15,561Vitamin A Deficiency Test Dentsville15,245Vitamin A Deficiency Test Gantt14,790Vitamin A Deficiency Test Ladson14,711Vitamin A Deficiency Test Cayce13,637Vitamin A Deficiency Test Lake Wylie13,560Vitamin A Deficiency Test Parker13,019Vitamin A Deficiency Test Beaufort12,899Vitamin A Deficiency Test Orangeburg12,779Vitamin A Deficiency Test Port Royal12,734Vitamin A Deficiency Test Moncks Corner12,685Vitamin A Deficiency Test Gaffney12,560Vitamin A Deficiency Test Tega Cay12,336Vitamin A Deficiency Test Oak Grove11,803Vitamin A Deficiency Test James Island11,618Vitamin A Deficiency Test Irmo11,581Vitamin A Deficiency Test Forest Acres10,621Vitamin A Deficiency Test Garden City10,600Vitamin A Deficiency Test Boiling Springs10,591Vitamin A Deficiency Test Newberry10,496Vitamin A Deficiency Test Fountain Inn10,237Vitamin A Deficiency Test Red Bank10,070Vitamin A Deficiency Test Little River9,929Vitamin A Deficiency Test