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Folate Deficiency

Investigation and management of low folate.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
HaematologyNutrition

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Anaemia - B12 and folate deficiency
National
CKS: Management - B12 and folate deficiency
National
Anemia in Pregnancy: ACOG Practice Bulletin, Number 233
Local
Cobalamin (vitamin B12) and Folate Deficiency – BC Guidelines
Local
KDIGO Clinical Practice Guideline for Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease (2012)
Local
Scenario: Management - B12 and folate deficiency - CKS - NICE
Local
Updated international consensus report on the investigation and management of primary immune thrombocytopenia
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What are the recommended initial investigations for a patient suspected of having folate deficiency?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • What dietary advice should I provide to patients diagnosed with folate deficiency?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • When should I consider referring a patient with folate deficiency for further investigation?Updated: 8/22/2025
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