Blood Spot LCMS Vitamin D

What this laboratory test evaluates

This panel measures total 25-OH vitamin D, 25-OH vitamin D2, and 25-OH vitamin D3 to assess nutritional deficiencies and monitor nutrient supplementation. Vitamin D has a complex regulatory effect upon calcium in our bodies and in the mineralization of our bones. Research shows vitamin D can also play a protective role against certain cancers, autoimmune disease and even the development of diabetes and heart disease.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Bloodspot
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 8-10 business days after the lab receives samples.

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.