Vitamin D 25 - Hydroxy
3 hours
1
Vitamin Deficiency
Blood Sample
Drink water to stay hydrated
Continue regular medication unless advisedInform phlebotomist if pregnant
No fasting required
0 - 99 Years25-Hydroxy vitamin D represents the main body reservoir and transport form.
What is this test?
Mild to moderate deficiency is associated with Osteoporosis / Secondary Hyperparathyroidism while severe deficiency causes Rickets in children and Osteomalacia in adults. Prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency is approximately >50% specially in the elderly. This assay is useful for diagnosis of vitamin D deficiency and Hypervitaminosis D. It is also used for differential diagnosis of causes of Rickets & Osteomalacia and for monitoring Vitamin D replacement therapy.
Vitamin D 25 - Hydroxy is offered as a lab test. Follow preparation instructions if any, and consult your doctor to interpret results.
Test Included (1) Parameters
- Vitamin D 25 - Hydroxy
Preparation Required
Drink water to stay hydrated
Continue regular medication unless advised
Inform phlebotomist if pregnant
No fasting required
How it Works
- Select Test: Choose a lab test or add more tests/packages.
- Pick Collection Slot: Select a time and address for home sample collection.
- Sample Collected & Reports Delivered: Reports will be available online within 3 hours.