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Vitamin A

The Vitamin A looks at vitamin A level. It is done for: night blindness, malnutrition.

General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.

Why it is done

Night blindness, malnutrition.

Preparation

No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Excess supplements. Low or negative may mean: Deficiency. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

What it measures

Vitamin A level.

Sample type

Blood

If the result is high

Excess supplements.

If the result is low

Deficiency.

Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.

Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.

Where to get this near you

Care near you

Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.

Common questions

What does the Vitamin A measure?
Vitamin A level.

Why is the Vitamin A done?
Night blindness, malnutrition.

Do I need to fast for the Vitamin A?
No fasting needed.

What does a high or positive Vitamin A mean?
Excess supplements.

What does a low or negative Vitamin A mean?
Deficiency.

What is the normal range for the Vitamin A?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.

Why is Vitamin A done?
Night blindness, malnutrition.

Do I need to prepare or fast for Vitamin A?
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Excess supplements. Low or negative may mean: Deficiency. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references

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