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What is a vitamin D blood test?

Vitamin D3 is also known as “cholecalciferol.” Vitamin D3 is one of the most important nutrients which is responsible for many body functions such as the bone health, immune system , health of the brain , regulates inflammation etc 

Our body produces vitamin D after getting hit by the sunlight, UV-B rays which are present in the sunlight helps in the production of vitamin D in a body.It is a fat-soluble vitamin and can be obtained from appropriate sun exposure, natural food items and supplements.

What is the Role of Vitamin D3 in the Body ?

Vitamin D3 is responsible for many functions in the body. Some of them are listed below:

• Reducing Inflammation
• Responsible for cell growth
• Responsible for Healthy bones and teeth
• Plays a major role in Immune function
• Involves in Glucose metabolism

Symptoms of vitamin D3 deficiency?

• Continuous muscle weakness,pain in the bones especially in the joints, back,shoulder,legs.
• Feeling lethargic and weak even after the proper rest.
• Stiffness in the body.
• Regular mood swings.
• Excessive hair loss.
• Frequent bone fractures.
• Delay in wound healing.

What are the Risk Factors for Vitamin D Deficiency ?

The risk factors of Vitamin D deficiency include the following factors as stated below:

• Old aged individuals
• Lack of sufficient sun exposure
• Obesity

These risk factors further enhances the chances of developing severe illness such as : 

• Osteoporosis
• Development of Rickets in Children
• Increase risk of Diabetes
• Mood swings and Depression

Benefits of vitamin D3 test

vitamin D tests measure the level of serum Vitamin D in a blood. It indicates whether the level of Vitamin D is appropriate, high or low .

These tests are helpful in following ways:

• Screening: Early detection of the low level of vitamin D can help in determining the risk of developing the disease early and effective treatment can be provided to the patient.
• Diagnosis: this test helps in diagnosing the chronic condition which may be due to vitamin D deficiency
• Monitoring treatment effectiveness: this test helps in monitoring the level of vitamin D levels after the treatment and helps in monitoring the progression of the disease.

What is the normal range of vitamin D3 ?

The normal range of vitamin D is  between 20 and 40 ng/mL

How to Prepare for a Vitamin D3 Test ?

• No special preparation such as fasting is required for this test
• Take adequate rest and stay calm.
• Tell your doctor if you are taking any medications.

What is the Procedure for vitamin D3 test ?

• A lab technician will tie a rubber band around your arm to find a vein
• Then they will clean the skin using an alcohol swab
• After this a sterile needle is inserted into a vein to draw a blood sample you might feel a little sting when the needle is inserted into a vein
• After collecting the sample the needle is removed, and the sample is then sent to the lab for further analysis

After the test 

• No special care is needed, just leave your dressing strip on for at least 15 mins.

Vitamin D3 normal range

Vitamin D3 Test price in delhi

Vitamin D3 Test cost may vary based on the location and the reputation of the diagnostic centre; the average vitamin D3 test price in Delhi is around INR 700- INR 2000. You can book vitamin D test at home in delhi with ganesh diagnostic centre and get a discount upto 50% off

Required documents for Vitamin D3 Blood Test

• A doctor's prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

Why you should choose ganesh diagnostic centre 

• Our goal at Ganesh diagnostic centre is to make our diagnostic tests available at a reasonable price for everyone.
• We provide affordable tests without compromising the quality of our diagnostic test as we provide 100% accurate results.
• We are accredited with NABL
• We also provide free home sample collection facility with no hidden charges
• We have a team of trained professionals and Experts.