Description
The Vitamin D Blood Spot profile measures vitamins D2, D3 and total Vitamin D to give an accurate and comprehensive assessment of vitamin D status.
25-Hydroxyvitamin D is important for bone health and calcium absorption, immune function and also plays a role in neurodegenerative and cardiovascular issues, and other conditions.
Vitamin D occurs in two forms:
- D3 is obtained through sun exposure and from animal diet sources
- D2 is obtained through vegetable diet sources.
Both forms can be used to fortify various foods and in supplements
Methodology
Gold standard LC/MS QQQ method to measure Vitamin D2, D3 and total Vitamin D
When should I use
Alzheimer's Disease
Bone Health
Calcium Absorption
Cardiovascular Disease
Depression
General Health
Immune Function
Infections
Multiple Sclerosis
Neurocognitive Dysfunction
Preeclampsia
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Type 2 Diabetes
Other Details
Convenient, at-home collection
