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Vitamin D Test in Pune : Price, Book Online
Book the Vitamin D test with Pathofast Lab in all areas of Pune city, priced at Rs.1900. We offer blood collection at home, fast reports and reliable home service. The test measures '25 Hydroxy Vitamin D3' in your blood sample.
What is a Vitamin D Test (25-Hydroxy Vitamin D / Vitamin D3)View All
This is a blood test that measures the level of 25 Hydroxy Vitamin D3 in your blood.
Vitamin D is obtained through diet (from animal foods) and activated by sunlight in the skin. It is further processed in the liver and kidney. The test measures the 25-OH Vitamin D - which is its form just after processing in the liver.
When to do a Vitamin D Test (25-Hydroxy Vitamin D / Vitamin D3)View All
Easy Fractures
Senior citizens and those with a tendency for falls may benefit from checking their Vitamin D levels, as low levels cause easy fractures
Lower Back Pain
Bone pain, in the chest, shins and lower back is common in Vitamin D deficiencies
Delayed Growth
Delayed growth and short stature in children is due to low Vitamin D levels
Brittle Hair
Hair fall and brittle hair that break easily may be seen in Vitamin D deficiency.
Frequent Infections
Poor immunity and frequent infections are commonly seen in people deficient in Vitamin D
How is the Vitamin D test done? (25-Hydroxy Vitamin D / Vitamin D3)View All
Fasting : Fasting is not required
Provide Blood Sample : The lab technician will draw a blood sample from your arm. Make sure your arm is clean
Resume normal activity: You can get back to normal life immediately
You can provide your blood sample by visiting the lab from Mon-Sat 8 am to 5 pm, or schedule a home blood test anywhere in Pune (7 am to 2 pm)
What do the Vitamin D test results mean? (25-Hydroxy Vitamin D / Vitamin D3)View All
The Vitamin D test report tells you whether your body has the right amoutn of Vitamin D3
This table illustrates the expected normal range for Vitamin D3.
| 0 – 10 | Severely Deficient – Can cause bone pain, muscle weakness, and fatigue. High risk of rickets or osteomalacia. |
| 10 – 20 | Deficient – Low levels, may cause tiredness, low immunity, and early bone loss. |
| 20 – 30 | Insufficient – Borderline low; may not be enough for optimal bone and muscle health. |
| 30 – 50 | Normal – Healthy level for strong bones, immunity, and overall wellbeing. |
| 50 – 80 | High – Usually safe but may need monitoring, especially if on supplements. |
| > 80 | Very High – Risk of toxicity, can cause nausea, kidney stones, and high calcium levels. |
Possible abnormalities in your report :
- Low Vitamin D : Your level is below 30, and may be either severely or mildly deficient. Your body is not getting enough sunlight, or natural sources of Vitamin D. Your diet may be deficient in things like meat, fish, eggs or fortified cereal. You may not be getting enough sunlight to allow your body to make the required Vitamin D. The causes include : wearing a lot of sunscreen, not exposing your arms and legs to sunlight, dieting too much
- High Vitamin D : You are probably on Vitamin D supplements and are taking too much. You need to check your dose and consult your doctor.
Conditions that require Vitamin D test (25-Hydroxy Vitamin D / Vitamin D3)View All
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is associated with weak bones, due to age. Vitamin D levels are necessary to support proper calcium deposition in bones. Senior citizens above the age of 65 must be screened for osteoporosis and Vitamin D deficiencies. Check our complete Senior citizens package for the right group of tests to do after 65
Rickets and Osteomalacia
Rickets and osteomalacia are signs of Vitamin D deficiency in children and adults. In children it causes slow growth, and abnormalities like pigeon chest and short stature. In adults, osteomalacia leads to weak bones and frequent falls and fractures. Vitamin D levels must be measured in such patients.
Hyperparathyroidism
hyperparathyroidism leads to distrubed calcium metabolism and can cause kidney stones amongst other abnormalities. Calcium, phosphorous, Parathyoid hormone and vitamin d levels are usually monitored in suspected cases.
Technical Details
| Sample Type | Serum |
| Vitamin D Normal Range | Adults : 30-50 ng/ml |
| Vitamin D Type | Vitamin D (25 Hydroxy Cholecalciferol or 25-OH Vitamin D) |
| Principle of Measurement | CMIA |
| Units of Measurement | ng/ml |
| Other Names | Vitamin D, Vitamin D3 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8 degrees |
| Price | 1900 |
| Categories | Nutrition, Bone Health, Vitamins |
| Related Tests | Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorous, Parathyoid Hormone |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which areas of Pune is home sample collection available for Vitamin D test?
Home service for Vitamin D is available in Pune in the following areas : Jangli Maharaj Nagar, Ravet, Viman Nagar, Shastrinagar, Yerawada, NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa, Camp, Aundh, Baner, Dattwadi, Undri, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Kalyani Nagar, Koregaon Park, Sadashiv Peth.
How to book Vitamin D test online?
Online booking for Vitamin D test is possible with Pathofast Lab's online booking form. Click Add to Cart at the top of the page. Enter your mobile number, preferred time of sample collection, your location in Pune and basic details. Online lab test bookings are confirmed instantly.
What is the normal range of Vitamin D test
Vitamin D test results range is as follows : the normal range in adult males is 30 - 50 ng/ml. The normal range in adult women is 30 - 50 ng/ml
What are the types of Vitamin D?
The Major form of Vitamin D3 useful in humans, is obtained from animal sources or made by skin from sun exposure. This is converted in the liver to Vitamin D3 (25 hydroxy) [calcidiol] - this is what we measure in blood tests. The Vitamin D3 (25 hydroxy) form is further converted in the kidney to 1,25 dihydroxy Vitamin D3 [calcitriol]
The other significant form is the Vitamin D2 obtained from plant sources, but it does not contribute much value metabolically.
Why is a Vitamin D test important?
Low levels of Vitamin D causes weak bones, fractures and increased risk of more harm due to falls
The test is important to diagnose deficiency so that early treatment can be started
How do I know that I need a Vitamin D test?
Testing for Vitamin D levels is usually advisable in all people, especially those who do not get enough sunlight, wear a lot of sunscreen or have comorbidities.
Symptoms suggestive of Vitamin D deficiency are :
- Bone Pain: Pain on the sternum, thigh bones or shin bones is a common sign of Vitamin D deficiency.
- Hair Fall: Loss of hair, without other cause, is attributed to nutritional deficiencies like Vitamin D
- Fractures: Easy fractures to due falls, reduced bone density are all due to low Vitamin D levels
- Frequent Infections: Repeated infections, both viral and bacterial are due to poor immunity and Vitamin D plays an important role in maintaining immunity
- Poor Growth in Children: Vitamin D deficiency in children can cause slow growth, reduce height and child missing its growth milestones and these are warning signs of low Vitamin D.
How is the test done?
This is a simple blood test and requires no special preparation. You do not need to be fasting for this test.
To perform this test, a sample of blood will be drawn from your vein, by inserting a sterile needle. The blood sample will then be analyzed in the lab.
Who should do this test?
Vitamin D test should be done by the following groups of people:
- All senior citizens (above 65 years) : Older people are more likely to be Vitamin D deficient and their bone density is also reduced.
- All adults with reduced exposure to sunlight - If you do not get adequate early morning sunlight you should consider doing the test
- Diet deficient in Vitamin D rich foods - If your diet lacks natural sources of Vitamin D precursors like dairy, fortified foods, egg yellow and more, then you should get tested
Why choose Pathofast Lab for Vitamin D test in Pune?
Pathofast Lab in Pune, is the best lab in Pune for accurate and reliable Vitamin D Test. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the Vitamin D Test in various areas of Pune. We have more information about lab tests near you here.
Other Names for Vitamin D Test in Pune
Doctors in Pune may use other names for this like : 25 OH Vitamin D, Sr. Vitamin D, Serum Vitamin D3, Vitamin D3 level, Vit D etc.
All these refer to the same type of lab test.
Can I get Vitamin D Test at home in Pune?
Yes, if you are looking for Vitamin D Test at home in Pune then look no further than Pathofast Lab Pune. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the Vitamin D Test in various areas of Pune.
Getting a Vitamin D Test near me is possible with our home sample collection services
Home Sample Collection is Available for Vitamin D Test at the following locations in Pune :
- Jangli Maharaj Nagar
- Ravet
- Viman Nagar
- Shastrinagar, Yerawada
- NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
- Camp
- Aundh
- Baner
- Dattwadi
- Undri
- Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
- Koregaon Park
- Sadashiv Peth