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Vitamin A Deficiency Test in Tennessee

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 Tennessee communities

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Nashville1,098,486Vitamin A Deficiency TestMemphis1,034,498Vitamin A Deficiency TestKnoxville619,925Vitamin A Deficiency TestChattanooga403,233Vitamin A Deficiency TestClarksville198,689Vitamin A Deficiency TestMurfreesboro181,450Vitamin A Deficiency TestJohnson City131,902Vitamin A Deficiency TestKingsport98,767Vitamin A Deficiency TestFranklin81,531Vitamin A Deficiency TestCleveland72,589Vitamin A Deficiency TestJackson71,983Vitamin A Deficiency TestBristol69,734Vitamin A Deficiency TestHendersonville60,628Vitamin A Deficiency TestBartlett57,639Vitamin A Deficiency TestSmyrna52,401Vitamin A Deficiency TestCollierville50,669Vitamin A Deficiency TestSpring Hill48,403Vitamin A Deficiency TestBrentwood44,354Vitamin A Deficiency TestGallatin43,306Vitamin A Deficiency TestColumbia40,957Vitamin A Deficiency TestGermantown40,955Vitamin A Deficiency TestLa Vergne38,127Vitamin A Deficiency TestMount Juliet38,059Vitamin A Deficiency TestLebanon37,471Vitamin A Deficiency TestCookeville34,068Vitamin A Deficiency TestMaryville31,281Vitamin A Deficiency TestOak Ridge31,087Vitamin A Deficiency TestMorristown30,387Vitamin A Deficiency TestFarragut23,388Vitamin A Deficiency TestShelbyville23,005Vitamin A Deficiency TestEast Ridge21,967Vitamin A Deficiency TestTullahoma20,599Vitamin A Deficiency TestSpringfield18,561Vitamin A Deficiency TestSevierville18,038Vitamin A Deficiency TestGoodlettsville17,522Vitamin A Deficiency TestDyersburg16,235Vitamin A Deficiency TestDickson15,855Vitamin A Deficiency TestSeymour15,633Vitamin A Deficiency TestGreeneville15,361Vitamin A Deficiency TestArlington14,158Vitamin A Deficiency TestElizabethton14,112Vitamin A Deficiency TestAthens13,961Vitamin A Deficiency TestPowell13,855Vitamin A Deficiency TestMcMinnville13,699Vitamin A Deficiency TestLakeland13,693Vitamin A Deficiency TestNolensville13,393Vitamin A Deficiency TestSoddy-Daisy13,090Vitamin A Deficiency TestPortland13,031Vitamin A Deficiency TestWhite House12,820Vitamin A Deficiency TestLewisburg12,131Vitamin A Deficiency TestManchester11,956Vitamin A Deficiency TestCrossville11,892Vitamin A Deficiency TestRed Bank11,855Vitamin A Deficiency TestMiddle Valley11,569Vitamin A Deficiency TestHartsville11,463Vitamin A Deficiency TestLawrenceburg11,460Vitamin A Deficiency TestUnion City11,119Vitamin A Deficiency TestCollegedale10,973Vitamin A Deficiency TestAlcoa10,777Vitamin A Deficiency TestMillington10,583Vitamin A Deficiency Test