WHAT?

A laboratory based Vitamin D for healthy bones test using a sample taken at select Clicks Clinics. Results are provided within 24 hours of the sample reaching the laboratory.

WHY?

Vitamin D is an essential for healthy bones. When exposed to sunlight, the skin produces vitamin D. Additionally, certain foods such as fatty fish, dairy products, fortified cereals, and egg yolks contain small amounts of vitamin D.

Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus which are important for building and maintaining strong bones. It also plays a role in supporting the immune system and may help reduce the risk of certain infections and autoimmune disorders – and even protect you from certain chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and some types of cancer.

WHO & WHEN?

Vitamin D deficiency is most common in people with limited sun exposure, those with darker skin, older adults, individuals with certain medical conditions and those with a limited dietary intake.

Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency include:

• Bone pain
• Muscle weakness
• Fatigue
• Increased susceptibility to infections

HOW?

1. Purchase this test (add to cart at the top of the page).  Note this is a virtual product and it is NOT shipped.
2. Book your sample collection at select Clicks Clinics (you don’t pay for the sample collection service)
3. Bring the receipt for this test to your selected Clicks Clinic appointment.  A trained phlebotomist will collect your sample and send it directly to the BioSmart pathology laboratory for analysis.
4. After that, you’ll receive the results via email.

Blood is tested for:

• Vitamin D

Results provide information about your vitamin D levels.

Your health report will come in an easy-to-understand format with a detailed breakdown of results, what they mean and your next steps.