Vitamin D

from $79.00

Vitamin D Blood Spot test - measure your total Vitamin D levels.

Many testing methods do not differentiate between the two forms of vitamin D. However, this test method is sensitive and specific for both vitamin D2 and D3 levels in the body, and each form is measured and reported independently. 

This provides the best assessment of your vitamin D status, and includes the vitamin D you get from your diet, supplements and exposure to UVB light, such as sunlight.

Collection: Blood Spot

Turnaround Time: 1 week (estimated)

Package:

Vitamin D Blood Spot test - measure your total Vitamin D levels.

Many testing methods do not differentiate between the two forms of vitamin D. However, this test method is sensitive and specific for both vitamin D2 and D3 levels in the body, and each form is measured and reported independently. 

This provides the best assessment of your vitamin D status, and includes the vitamin D you get from your diet, supplements and exposure to UVB light, such as sunlight.

Collection: Blood Spot

Turnaround Time: 1 week (estimated)

The Basic Package vs The Premium Package

Both packages include your test results, but the premium package includes a 45 minute consultation with Dr. Don, virtually or in person, to go over your test results.

The importance of Vitamin D to your health:

Vitamin D regulates the expression of a vast array of genes in tissues including immune cells, the vasculature, muscle and reproductive organs. Vitamin D insufficiency is common and deficiency can have adverse health effects at any stage of life.

Vitamin D is best known for its role in calcium and bone metabolism, but emerging research indicates that low levels of vitamin D may be associated with increased risk of:

  • Some Cancers

  • Type 2 Diabetes

  • Multiple Sclerosis

  • Cardiovascular Disease

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Depression

  • Alzheimer's Disease

  • Infections

  • Preeclampsia

  • Cesarean Deliveries

  • Neurocognitive Dysfunction

This test is useful for anyone experiencing symptoms of, or has a family history of: 

  • Alzheimer's Disease

  • Bone Health

  • Calcium Absorption

  • Cardiovascular Disease

  • Depression

  • Immune Function

  • Infections

  • Multiple Sclerosis

  • Neurocognitive Dysfunction

  • Preeclampsia

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Type 2 Diabetes