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QuestAssureD™ 25-Hydroxyvitamin D (D2, D3), LC/MS/MS #92888
4 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Process Time*: Average 4 to 5 business days | Up to 6 business days
Vitamin A (Retinol) #921
1 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Process Time*: Average 4 to 5 business days
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine), LC/MS/MS #90353
1 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Plasma-Unspecified Vial Pour - Process Time*: Average 4 to 5 business days | Up to 7 business days
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) and Folate Panel, Serum #7065
2 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Process Time*: Average 1 to 2 business days | Up to 2 business days
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Plasma #36399
1 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Plasma-Unspecified Vial Pour - Process Time*: Average 5 to 6 business days
Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic acid) #91029
2 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Process Time*: Average 6 to 7 business days
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) #91030
1 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Process Time*: Average 6 to 7 business days
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal Phosphate ) #926
2 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Plasma-Unspecified Vial Pour - Process Time*: Average 4 to 5 business days
Vitamin C #929
1 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Process Time*: Average 5 to 6 business days
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) #931
2 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Process Time*: Average 4 to 5 business days | Up to 7 business days
Vitamin K #36585
1 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Plasma-Unspecified Vial Pour - Process Time*: Average 5 to 6 business days | Up to 7 business days
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The Vitamin Deficiency Test: Vitamin Levels Plus Assessment panel contains 11 tests with 18 biomarkers.
Vitamin Deficiency Test: Vitamin Levels Plus Assessment
Purpose: The Vitamin Deficiency Test: Vitamin Levels Plus Assessment is a comprehensive diagnostic panel designed to evaluate an individual's nutritional status by measuring the levels of essential vitamins in the body. This advanced panel includes a wide range of vitamins, including Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine), Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin), Folate, Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic acid), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal Phosphate), Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vitamin K, and 25-Hydroxyvitamin D (D2, D3). Each of these vitamins plays a crucial role in various physiological processes, and deficiencies can lead to significant health issues.
Lab Tests Included:
Vitamin A (Retinol):
Benefit: Vitamin A is essential for vision, immune function, and cell growth and differentiation. This test measures the levels of retinol, the active form of Vitamin A, in the blood. Deficiency in Vitamin A can lead to night blindness, dry skin, impaired immune function, and reproductive issues. Monitoring Vitamin A levels helps in identifying deficiencies early and implementing interventions such as dietary modification or supplementation to prevent associated health problems.
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine), LC/MS/MS:
Benefit: Thiamine is necessary for energy metabolism, nerve function, and carbohydrate metabolism. This test measures the levels of Vitamin B1 in the blood using LC/MS/MS technology, providing accurate and precise results. Deficiency in Vitamin B1 can lead to beriberi, a condition characterized by weakness, fatigue, nerve damage, and cardiovascular issues. Monitoring Vitamin B1 levels aids in diagnosing deficiencies and guiding appropriate supplementation or dietary changes to optimize health.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) and Folate Panel, Serum:
Benefit: Vitamin B12 and Folate are essential for red blood cell formation, neurological function, and DNA synthesis. This panel helps diagnose deficiencies that can lead to anemia, fatigue, neuropathy, and cognitive impairments. Identifying deficiencies early allows for timely intervention through dietary changes or supplementation, preventing long-term complications.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Plasma:
Benefit: Riboflavin is crucial for energy production, metabolism, and maintenance of healthy skin and eyes. This test measures the levels of Vitamin B2 in the blood, providing insights into its availability for vital physiological functions. Deficiency in Vitamin B2 can lead to skin disorders, oral ulcers, anemia, and impaired growth in children. Monitoring Vitamin B2 levels aids in ensuring adequate intake through diet or supplements, promoting overall health and well-being.
Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic acid):
Benefit: Vitamin B3 is essential for energy metabolism, DNA repair, and cellular signaling. This test assesses the levels of nicotinic acid, the active form of Vitamin B3, in the blood. Deficiency in Vitamin B3 can lead to pellagra, characterized by dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, and death if left untreated. Monitoring Vitamin B3 levels helps in preventing deficiency-related complications and maintaining optimal health.
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid):
Benefit: Pantothenic Acid is involved in energy metabolism, synthesis of hormones and cholesterol, and wound healing. This test measures the levels of Vitamin B5 in the blood, providing insights into its availability for essential physiological processes. Deficiency in Vitamin B5 is rare but can lead to fatigue, irritability, numbness, and muscle cramps. Monitoring Vitamin B5 levels aids in ensuring adequate intake through diet or supplements, promoting overall health and well-being.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal Phosphate):
Benefit: Vitamin B6 is involved in amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin production. This test assesses the levels of pyridoxal phosphate, the active form of Vitamin B6, providing insights into its availability for essential physiological processes. Deficiency in Vitamin B6 can manifest as anemia, depression, confusion, and nerve damage. Monitoring Vitamin B6 levels aids in ensuring adequate intake through diet or supplements, promoting overall health and well-being.
Vitamin C:
Benefit: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that supports immune function, collagen synthesis, and wound healing. This test measures the levels of Vitamin C in the blood, providing insights into antioxidant status and overall health. Deficiency in Vitamin C can lead to scurvy, characterized by fatigue, bleeding gums, joint pain, and impaired wound healing. Monitoring Vitamin C levels helps in preventing deficiency-related complications and maintaining optimal health.
Vitamin E (Tocopherol):
Benefit: Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative damage, supports immune function, and promotes healthy skin. This test measures the levels of tocopherol, the primary form of Vitamin E found in the body. Deficiency in Vitamin E may impair immune function, increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, and lead to neurological problems. Monitoring Vitamin E levels allows for targeted supplementation and dietary adjustments to maintain optimal antioxidant status and overall health.
Vitamin K:
Benefit: Vitamin K is essential for blood clotting, bone metabolism, and cardiovascular health.