Nutrients
Folate test cost
By Elo. Last updated June 2026.
Folate (vitamin B9) is essential for red and white blood cell development and DNA production. Deficiency can cause anemia.
Below we compare what Folate costs on its own against every testing package we track that includes it, sorted by price. We pulled the standalone figure from a direct-to-consumer lab that runs on the Quest or LabCorp network and checked each bundle against the providers we track, so you can see the cheapest way to get this marker.
How much does a Folate test cost?
Folate costs $35 on its own, or $190–$689 when purchased as a bundle.
- Walk-In LabLowest priceTests Folate on its ownCost: $35
- Empirical HealthIncludes Folate in a 100-biomarker panelCost: $190
- SuperpowerIncludes Folate in a 59-biomarker panelCost: $199
- Vitals VaultIncludes Folate in a 48-biomarker panelCost: $199
- Parsley HealthIncludes Folate in a 41-biomarker panelCost: $275
- Mito HealthIncludes Folate in a 53-biomarker panelCost: $349
- Vitals VaultIncludes Folate in a 58-biomarker panelCost: $399
- InsideTrackerIncludes Folate in a 48-biomarker panelCost: $499
- LabCorp OnDemandIncludes Folate in a 46-biomarker panelCost: $689
Cheapest option: Order Folate on its own. Walk-In Lab sells a standalone test for $35, which is cheaper than any bundle that includes it.
Standalone price is the all-in consumer cost to order Folate by itself, including a $6 physician service fee. Verified June 2026. Walk-In Lab sells a standalone folate (serum) test for $29 plus a $6 physician fee, so it doesn't have to be bundled with B12.
Frequently asked questions about Folate testing
What is the cheapest way to get a Folate test?
Order Folate on its own. Walk-In Lab sells a standalone test for $35, which is cheaper than any bundle that includes it.
Do I need a doctor's order to get a Folate test?
No. The standalone Folate test listed above includes the physician order in its price, so you can buy it online and have your blood drawn without your own doctor. You would only need your own doctor's order if you want to bill the test to insurance.
Is a Folate test covered by insurance?
If a doctor orders Folate to look into symptoms or manage a diagnosed condition, insurance usually covers it, though you may still owe a copay or deductible. The direct-to-consumer tests priced above are paid out of pocket and are not billed to insurance.