Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) near me in Gurgaon
Understanding Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) in Gurgaon
What is Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) in Gurgaon?
Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) is tailored to measure vitamin D levels in the body and is available at an affordable price in Gurgaon with Tata 1mg labs. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble essential nutrient that helps the body maintain strong bones & teeth and a healthy immune system. It can be obtained from healthy exposure to sunlight and dietary sources.
Your doctor may suggest Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) test if they notice health issues associated with low vitamin D levels like an increased risk of fractures, muscle weakness and lethargy, dysfunction of the immune system, and increased risk of chronic diseases like diabetes. This test also monitors the treatment response in people receiving medication for abnormal vitamin D levels.
It is generally recommended to stop taking vitamin D supplements before taking Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) test, as they may affect the accuracy of the test results. However, you may consume a regular diet before taking the test.
What does Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) measure?
A Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) test measures the levels of vitamin D in the body. It is an essential nutrient that can be synthesized in the body upon healthy exposure to sunlight or absorbed from dietary sources. It majorly exists in two forms: Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Vitamin D2 is present in plants, such as yeast or mushrooms, and is available as a supplement in fortified foods, and vitamin D3 is found in foods like cheese, green vegetables, mushrooms, egg yolks, and fatty fish.
Both forms of vitamin D (D2 and D3) need to undergo some chemical changes before being available for use in the body. These chemical changes take place in the liver or kidneys. The liver converts vitamin D to 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OH vitamin D). A Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) test measures the level of this 25-OH vitamin D as it is the primary form of vitamin D that circulates in the blood.
Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) in Gurgaon
Frequently Asked Questions about Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy) in Gurgaon
Q. What are the signs and symptoms of low vitamin D levels?
Q. How much vitamin D is needed daily?
Q. What is the right time to get a vitamin D test done?
Q. Are there any risks associated with a vitamin D test?
Q. What can cause vitamin D deficiency?
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Q. What are the additional lab tests needed to be performed in case of abnormal Vitamin D test results?
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References
- Vitamin D [Internet]. NIH; 12 Aug. 2022 [Accessed 11 Mar. 2023]. Available from: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-HealthProfessional/
- Aparna P, Muthathal S, Nongkynrih B, Gupta SK. Vitamin D deficiency in India. J Family Med Prim Care. 2018 Mar-Apr;7(2):324-330. [Accessed 11 Mar. 2023]. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6060930/
- Vitamin D [Internet]. Boston, USA: Harvard T.H. Chan; March 2023 [Accessed 11 Mar. 2023]. Available from: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/vitamin-d/
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