About Our Vitamin D (25-hydroxy-vitamin D)
Overview
Many people suffer from low Vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is essential for absorbing calcium to promote healthy bone development. Thus, understanding your Vitamin D levels can help you understand your bone health and risk. This test can be used to determine your Vitamin D levels for potential treatment or to monitor treatment for Vitamin D deficiency.
Test Contents
Method: immunoassay Alternative Name(s) 25 OH Vitamin D,Vitamin D, 25-OH,25-Hydroxy Vitamin D,Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy
Symptoms
Symptoms may include
bone weakness
bone deformities
bone development issues
bone pain
muscle cramping
muscle weakness
seizures
abnormal teeth formation
When To Check
Individuals older than 65, Obesity, Past history of wight loss surgery, osteoporosis, limited sun exposure, dark skin pigmentation, Digestive tract issues that inhibit absorption of nutrients (such as celiac or crohns disease), Kidney disease, liver disease
How to test
Order Your Test
Choose the test you want to take to know your body better. Then, order your tests online.
Visit A Local Lab
With 2000+ locations, you’ll find a lab near you, easy. Bring your order number to the lab and get tested.
Get Your Result
Download your results from your secure online portal.
