Vitamin Deficiency Test
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Vitamin Deficiency Test
A Vitamin Deficiency Test can help to determine if you are missing any essential vitamins. This type of test can be especially helpful for people who have a history of eating disorders or for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Vitamin B12
- Folate B12
- Vitamin D
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Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is a vitamin that's essential for many functions in your body, including red blood cell production and nerve function. Vitamin B12 can be found in food, supplements, and fortified foods. If you don't get enough vitamin B12, you may develop anaemia or nerve damage. A normal vitamin B12 level is 200 to 900 ng/mL. If you have a low vitamin B12 level, your doctor may recommend that you take a supplement or eat foods that are fortified with vitamin B12.
Folate and Vitamin D will be calculated as Vit B12.
Folate B12
Folate, folic acid or a vitamin B test checks for the serum levels of folate in the blood. Folate is essential in the healthy creation and regulation of your body's red blood cells. A typical folate rate is considered 2.7 to 17 nanograms per millilitre (ng/mL). A result lower than 2.7 ng/ml can mean you have a deficiency.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a vitamin that's essential for many functions in your body, including bone and muscle health. Vitamin D can be found in food, supplements, and fortified foods. If you don't get enough vitamin D, you may develop osteoporosis or muscle weakness. An average vitamin D level is 20 to 50 ng/mL. If you have a low vitamin D level, we may recommend that you take a vitamin D supplement or eat foods fortified with vitamin D.
Have you been feeling any of these symptoms lately?
The Vitamin Deficiency blood test is suitable for individuals experiencing one or more of the following symptoms:
1. Inflammation of the tongue
2. Fatigue and shortness of breath
3. Loss of appetite
4. Increased rate of heartbeat
5. Anxiety/ Depression
6. Weakness of bones and muscles
7. Reduced cognitive ability
Additional Information
Your doctor will likely recommend a blood test if you are displaying symptoms of a vitamin deficiency. Symptoms can include fatigue, muscle weakness, bone pain, and rashes. A blood test can measure the levels of vitamins in your blood and can help identify which vitamin or vitamins you may be lacking.
If you are diagnosed with a vitamin deficiency, your doctor will likely recommend that you take supplements to correct the problem. In some cases, you may need to change your diet to include more foods that are high in the missing vitamin or vitamins.
Vitamin deficiencies can lead to a number of health problems. If you don't get enough of certain vitamins, you may experience symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and dizziness. Vitamin deficiencies can also cause more serious problems like anemia and osteoporosis.
To avoid vitamin deficiencies, make sure to eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables. You should also take a daily multivitamin supplement to ensure that you're getting all the vitamins you need. If you have any concerns about your vitamin intake, talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian. They can help you create a dietary plan that's right for you. Vitamin Deficiency are common, but they're also preventable. By eating a healthy diet and taking a daily multivitamin, you can help keep your body working the way it should.
Why take a test?
The Vitamin Deficiency Test will screen for the vital vitamins and nutrients that are required in the body. If you have been feeling tired lately or unable to focus on work, it may be because of a vitamin deficiency.
Experts Opinion on Vitamin Deficiency Home Tests
"Some diets and lifestyles can cause vitamin deficiencies. This panel can help to determine if an individual needs to increase their daily vitamins, which can be achieved through supplements or diet alterations."
How to take a home blood test
Collecting a blood sample for your finger prick home test is straightforward. Watch the video below for more details on how to take a home blood test.
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Vitamin Deficiency Test Information
Specification of Vitamin Deficiency Test
- Test name: Vitamin Deficiency Test
- Also known as & related tests: Nutrition test
- Biomarkers:
- Test tube: SST (Gold microtainer)
- Brand: Welzo
- Turn around time: Approx. 24 hours
- Lab test ranges:
- Test Kit Marking: MHRA/UKCA
- Location of Lab: United Kingdom
What is a Vitamin Deficiency Test?
A Vitamin Deficiency Test is a home health test offered by Welzo. The Vitamin Deficiency Test can be taken from the comfort of your home using a finger prick sample, which is then sent back to our lab for analysis and interpretation.
What does a Vitamin Deficiency Test for?
A Vitamin Deficiency Test tests for the following: .
What are the benefits of a Vitamin Deficiency Test?
Checking your health through the use of Vitamin Deficiency Test is an important way to track your health. Home testing offers the convenience of conducting health assessments in the comfort of your own home, while enabling quicker, more private results without the need for visiting a healthcare facility.
Can a GP review my Vitamin Deficiency Test?
Yes, Welzo offers a GP review service for the Vitamin Deficiency Test. Follow the link if you would like to have an online GP appointment with your Vitamin Deficiency Test.
Are Vitamin Deficiency Tests available on the NHS?
The NHS offers Vitamin Deficiency Tests subject to eligibility requirements, consultations and local guidelines.
Vitamin Deficiency Test Kit and Ordering
How can a Vitamin Deficiency Test be ordered?
A Vitamin Deficiency Test can be ordered online through Welzo's secure checkout. Select the Vitamin Deficiency Test and add the patient's name and details, then checkout for next-day delivery.
What is included in the Vitamin Deficiency Test test kit?
The Vitamin Deficiency Test contains the following items in the test kit:
- 1 x UN3373 Test Kit for Biological Substances Category B (test kit design may vary from images displayed online depending on the test selected.
- 1 x Free Return Label
- 1 x Finger Prick Lancet / Urine Sample Pouch or Swab (depending on the test ordered)
- 1 x Cleansing Wipe/ Alcohol Swab
- SST (Gold microtainer)
Vitamin Deficiency Test Biomarkers and Results
What biomarkers are tested for in a Vitamin Deficiency Test?
The Vitamin Deficiency Test checks for the following biomarkers:
What are the results ranges for a Vitamin Deficiency Test?
Vitamin Deficiency Test reference ranges vary based on age, sex, population sample and numeric test result ranges. However, once you complete your tests, you will receive clear reference ranges for your Vitamin Deficiency Test.
What is a normal test range for Vitamin Deficiency Test?
The Vitamin Deficiency Test range will be provided on the advanced Welzo reporting panel which will factor in multiple aspects such as age, population size comparison and biological sex.
Vitamin Deficiency Test Procedure and Timing
When should a Vitamin Deficiency Test be taken?
It is best to take a Vitamin Deficiency Test first thing in the morning.
How long does a Vitamin Deficiency Test take?
The typical turnaround for a Vitamin Deficiency Test is 24 hours from receipt at the Welzo laboratory, Monday to Thursday. However, results may come back faster or slower depending on how busy the Welzo laboratory is and if you have requested any biomarkers that take longer to test for. In this case, results can take up to 5 days.
Are there any special preparations required before taking the Vitamin Deficiency Test (e.g., fasting)?
We will let you know via email if there are any special requirements for the Vitamin Deficiency Test. However, typically we recommend you take a Vitamin Deficiency Test first thing in the morning, fasted.
What is the best time to post my Vitamin Deficiency Test?
The best time to return your Vitamin Deficiency Test sample is Monday to Thursday, before 14:00 to ensure the product arrives at our lab on time for same-day analysis.
What sample is required for a Vitamin Deficiency Test?
The Vitamin Deficiency Test requires a capillary blood sample using a SST (Gold microtainer) that is collected from a finger-prick blood sample.
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