Vitamin D 10.5 ng/ml means : causes, sources, risks, treatment

Published Date : 2023-09-03T14:56:15.567Z

Updated Date : 2023-09-03T14:56:15.567+00:00

What does a Vitamin D level of 10.5 mean?

A vitamin d level of 10.5 is considered to be deficient.

What is my Vitamin D level in SI units, for value of 10.5 in standard units?

In order to convert the value of Vitamin D from ng/ml into the SI Units, we must use a formula of conversion : Vitamin D in SI units (nmol/L) = Vitamin D in ng/ml*2.496¹ Based on the given formula, the value of Vitamin D in SI units for a value in ng/ml of 10.5 is 26.2 nmol/L

Is a Vitamin D value of 10.5 considered low or high?

Based on your Vitamin D value of 10.5. you are classified as having a moderate Vitamin D deficiency.

Vitamin D Levels

What are the sources of Vitamin D?

Food	How it helps with Vitamin D
Cheese	Certain types of cheese, like Swiss and cheddar, contain small amounts of Vitamin D.
Canned tuna	Canned tuna, especially if it's canned with bones, can be a source of Vitamin D.
Cod liver oil	A rich source of Vitamin D, often available as a dietary supplement.
Halibut	Halibut is a fish that contains moderate levels of Vitamin D.
Sardines	Sardines are a good source of Vitamin D, especially when consumed with the bones.
Mushrooms	Some mushrooms exposed to UV light can produce Vitamin D2.
Lamb	Lamb meat contains small amounts of Vitamin D.
Fortified plant-based milk	Non-dairy milk alternatives (e.g., almond, soy) are often fortified with Vitamin D.
Tofu	Some tofu products are fortified with Vitamin D, especially those made from soy milk.
Egg yolks	Egg yolks contain small amounts of Vitamin D, especially if the hens are raised on Vitamin D-enriched feed.

What are the causes of Vitamin D deficiency?

Cause	Description
Certain types of cancer	Some cancers and their treatments can impact Vitamin D levels and metabolism.
Inflammatory bowel disease	Conditions like Crohn's disease can impair nutrient absorption, including Vitamin D.
Being homebound or institutionalized	Limited exposure to sunlight due to confinement indoors can lead to deficiency.
Cystic fibrosis	Individuals with cystic fibrosis are at a higher risk of Vitamin D deficiency due to malabsorption.
Certain hormonal disorders	Hormonal imbalances can influence Vitamin D metabolism and its effects on the body.
Lack of fortified foods	A diet lacking in fortified dairy products or cereals may lead to lower Vitamin D intake.
Kidney disorders	Kidney diseases can reduce the activation of Vitamin D in the body, affecting its functions.
Certain medications (e.g., anticonvulsants)	Some medications interfere with Vitamin D metabolism and absorption.
Gastric bypass surgery	Surgical procedures that alter the digestive system can limit the absorption of nutrients, including Vitamin D.
Certain autoimmune diseases	Autoimmune disorders may interfere with Vitamin D metabolism and utilization.

What symptoms will I experience with a Vitamin D of 10.5 ng/ml?

The symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency in children and adults are manifested by rickets and osteomalacia respectively. These conditions may show a variety of symptoms ranging from mild muscle pain, and bone pain to developmental abnormalities and fractures. For a Vitamin D level of 10.5 the symptoms are enlisted in the table below:

Vitamin D level 10.5 Symptoms in Children

Vitamin D level 10.5 Symptoms in Adults

What additional risks do I face with a Vitamin D level of 10.5?

Level	Risk
Your value is Less Than 25	Increased risk of fallsBischoff-Ferrari
Your value is Less Than 15	Two fold higher risk of having high blood pressure as those with Vitamin D above 26Reis JP
Your value is Less Than 21	Increased risk of diabetes, hypertension, obesity and high triglyceride levelsMartins D

What is my Vitamin D deficiency score and how to calculate it?

Since your value of Vitamin D 10.5 is below the normal limit of 30, you must evaluate the following 4 factors that may be contributing to your deficiency. Based on a study done by Garg et al the following Vitamin D Insufficiency and Deficiency Score can predict and determine your causes of deficiency.

As per the study 4 major factors are invovled in Vitamin D deficiency.

Factors and Descriptions

• Insufficiency Score for Vitamin D : 10.5

• You get less than 1.75 hours of sunlight per day
• AND
• Insufficient Dietary Intake + Obesity
• AND
• Obesity OR Insufficient Exercise
• Score : Your Vitamin D Insufficiency Score ranges between 14 - 18.

What is the treatment plan for a Vitamin D level of 10.5?

Vitamin D supplmentation is the only way to correct for deficiencies. The tables below list the dosages of Vitamin D supplements recommeded for different age groups, depending on the level of the Vitamin D. Since your value of Vitamin D is 10.5 the relevant supplement dosages are indicated below.^{Pawel Pludowski}

Recommended Daily Dosing for Vitamin D in cases where the Vitamin D Level is between 10 ng/dl and upto 30 ng/dl

A first line of treatment involves increasing the dosage to 1.5-2 x the current level of supplements if the patient is taking any supplements.

If you are not taking any supplements, the values in the table below are to be followed.