Vitamin D Test by Great Plains
The Vitamin D Test is a comprehensive analysis designed to assess the vitamin D status of an individual through the quantitation of 25-hydroxyvitamin D2 and 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 metabolites. Vitamin D is crucial for maintaining normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus, pivotal for bone mineralization. Additionally, this test explores the broader influence of Vitamin D on genetic expression and immune modulation.
There are several symptoms and conditions associated with Vitamin D deficiency:
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Birth Defects
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Chronic Bone, Muscle, or Joint Pain
- Chronic Fatigue
- Cognitive Impairment
- Depression and Mood Disorders
- Diabetes Type I & II
- Hypertension
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
- Low Blood Calcium
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Osteoporosis/Osteomalacia
- Periodontal Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Schizophrenia
- Stroke
What’s Being Tested:
- 25-hydroxyvitamin D2
- 25-hydroxyvitamin D3
Fasting: See test kit instructions
Specimen: Serum/Dried Blood Spot, Great Plains Labs Test Kit (Draw Location | How It Works | FAQs)
Turnaround time: 14-21 business days
Important Notes:
- This test can not be collected or mailed from New York State. Contact us with questions.
