Vitamin K1

What this laboratory test evaluates

DetailsVitamin K1 plays a crucial role in blood clotting and bone metabolism. Assessing Vitamin K1 levels can help identify deficiencies that may be associated with conditions such as obstructive liver disease, malabsorption disorders, pancreatitis, prolonged diarrhea, or antibiotic overuse. Identifying and addressing deficiencies is essential for managing blood clotting disorders, supporting bone health, and preventing hemorrhagic conditions, particularly in newborns.

What type of sample is required for this test?Plasma

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

Vitamin K1 plays a crucial role in blood clotting and bone metabolism. Assessing Vitamin K1 levels can help identify deficiencies that may be associated with conditions such as obstructive liver disease, malabsorption disorders, pancreatitis, prolonged diarrhea, or antibiotic overuse. Identifying and addressing deficiencies is essential for managing blood clotting disorders, supporting bone health, and preventing hemorrhagic conditions, particularly in newborns.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Plasma
• Fasting: Yes
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 7 – 9 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.