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}\n\n    .vd_product { font-size: 15px; }\n\n    .vd_review_avatar {\n      flex-basis: 78px !important;\n      height: 78px !important;\n      max-height: 78px !important;\n      max-width: 78px !important;\n      min-height: 78px !important;\n      min-width: 78px !important;\n      width: 78px !important;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"vd_product\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_hero\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_eyebrow\"\u003eAt home vitamin D blood test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHome Vitamin D Test Kit UK | Vitamin D Blood Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA single biomarker home blood test measuring 25 hydroxyvitamin D to identify deficient, insufficient, sufficient or potentially excessive levels.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin that helps regulate calcium and phosphate and supports normal bones, teeth and muscles. The result should be interpreted with symptoms, supplement use, diet, sunlight exposure and relevant medical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 biomarker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal 25 hydroxyvitamin D\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapillary blood collected into the supplied microtainer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK laboratory pathway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUKAS accredited and CQC registered laboratory processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC1BLP18100\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_notice\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant UK testing context\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNICE advises against routine vitamin D testing in people without symptoms. Testing is more useful when deficiency is suspected, relevant risk factors are present or treatment monitoring is clinically appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin D and calcium supplements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTell the testing service about all vitamin D and calcium products, including prescribed loading doses and multivitamins. Do not increase or stop prescribed treatment without medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_eyebrow\"\u003eQuality and compliance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome testing supported by UK clinical standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_trust_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUKAS accredited laboratories\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMedical laboratory accreditation assesses quality, competence and diagnostic performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCQC registered services\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe diagnostic pathway uses organisations registered with the Care Quality Commission.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliant collection equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUKCA and CE marked equipment supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure results\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eClear collection guidance, secure result delivery and escalation support where required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the vitamin D test measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory measures total 25 hydroxyvitamin D, often written as 25(OH)D. This is the principal circulating form used to assess vitamin D status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result reflects vitamin D obtained from sunlight, food and supplements. It does not separately show whether vitamin D came from D2 or D3 unless a specialised fractionated test is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin D supports musculoskeletal health through calcium and phosphate regulation. The test should not be marketed as a diagnostic test for tiredness, depression, immune problems or a specific chronic disease because these symptoms and conditions have many possible causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow common is low vitamin D in the UK?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey for 2019 to 2023 found vitamin D below 25 nmol\/L in 18% of adults aged 19 to 64 and 12% of adults aged 65 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin D levels follow a strong seasonal pattern. Among people aged 11 and over, the percentage below 25 nmol\/L ranged from 21% to 38% during January to March and fell substantially during summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese figures are more reliable for current UK content than broad international estimates claiming that 30% or 40% of everyone is deficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho may consider this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA home vitamin D blood test may be considered by adults who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave bone pain, muscle weakness or symptoms that a clinician believes may relate to deficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave little or no regular sunlight exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave darker skin, including African, African Caribbean or South Asian backgrounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear clothing that covers most of the skin outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre housebound or live in a care setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave gastrointestinal disease, bariatric surgery or possible malabsorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave liver or kidney disease requiring clinical monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake anticonvulsants, glucocorticoids or other medicines affecting vitamin D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre monitoring prescribed vitamin D treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave been advised to test by a GP or another qualified clinician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePregnancy, breastfeeding, kidney disease, sarcoidosis, parathyroid disorders, kidney stones and prescribed high dose vitamin D require individual clinical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the home vitamin D test kit works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vd_step_number\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview supplements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord vitamin D, calcium, multivitamins and prescribed loading doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vd_step_number\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCollect and return\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect capillary blood into the supplied microtainer and return it using the provided packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vd_step_number\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview the result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the laboratory reference interval and seek medical advice for low, high or unexpected results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing for the test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"vd_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFasting is not normally required for vitamin D alone. Follow the instructions supplied with the kit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin D products\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord the brand, dose, frequency and timing of tablets, sprays, drops, injections and multivitamins.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium supplements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord calcium products because excess vitamin D can raise calcium and affect interpretation and safety.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescribed treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not stop a loading course or maintenance dose without advice from the prescribing clinician.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedical conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTell the provider about kidney or liver disease, sarcoidosis, parathyroid disease, malabsorption and kidney stones.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePregnancy and breastfeeding require appropriate supplementation and clinical interpretation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding your vitamin D result\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory interval and comment printed on your individual report take priority. Thresholds may vary slightly between services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"vd_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vd_status vd_critical\"\u003eSeverely deficient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA very low result may be associated with osteomalacia, bone pain, muscle weakness or disturbed calcium balance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss the result promptly with a clinician so the cause, calcium status and treatment can be assessed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vd_status vd_low\"\u003eBelow 25 nmol\/L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is regarded in UK guidance as vitamin D deficiency and is associated with increased risk of poor bone and muscle health.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss treatment and relevant risk factors with a doctor or pharmacist.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vd_status vd_info\"\u003e25 to 50 nmol\/L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis may be inadequate for some people, particularly where symptoms or risk factors are present.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview diet, sunlight exposure, risk factors and appropriate supplementation with a healthcare professional.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vd_status vd_normal\"\u003eAbove 50 nmol\/L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is sufficient for most people under current UK guidance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintain sensible public health supplementation and avoid unnecessary high doses.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vd_status vd_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA high result is most commonly related to excessive supplementation. It may increase blood calcium.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStop non prescribed high dose supplements and arrange medical review.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vd_status vd_critical\"\u003eConsider toxicity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery high vitamin D may cause nausea, vomiting, thirst, frequent urination, weakness, confusion, kidney injury or abnormal heart rhythm.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek immediate medical advice and follow any urgent laboratory instruction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamin D supplements in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNHS advice is that adults and children over 4 should consider taking 10 micrograms, equivalent to 400 IU, of vitamin D each day during autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople with little sunlight exposure and people with darker skin may be advised to consider the same daily dose throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis public health dose is not the same as treatment for confirmed deficiency. High dose treatment should be clinically directed, particularly where calcium, kidney function or another medical condition may be relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content-standards\" class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_eyebrow\"\u003eContent standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this product information was prepared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page was prepared from the supplied vitamin D product details and expanded using current UK government, NHS and NICE information on testing, prevalence, thresholds, supplementation and toxicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_method_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary product information\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe supplied specimen type, biomarker, interpretation categories, medical guidance and product code.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent UK prevalence\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe 2019 to 2023 National Diet and Nutrition Survey replaces broad and outdated international prevalence claims.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical boundaries\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe page distinguishes laboratory vitamin D status from diagnosis of tiredness, low mood, immune problems or chronic disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview policy\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMedical and editorial review at least annually and earlier when thresholds, supplementation guidance or laboratory standards change.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"medical-review\" class=\"vd_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_eyebrow\"\u003eExpert review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical and editorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product information has been reviewed for vitamin D and supplement context, UK result interpretation, medical limitations and safety guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe review applies to general product information. It is not personal medical advice and does not replace assessment of symptoms, calcium balance, kidney function or the cause of deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_review_grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"vd_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"vd_review_avatar vd_review_avatar_rimas\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Rimas Geiga\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vd_review_label\"\u003eMedical review\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"vd_review_name\"\u003eDr Rimas Geiga\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor, Nutritional Sciences Adviser and Healthy Ageing Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed the vitamin D, nutritional sciences, supplementation, bone and muscle health and healthy ageing context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/dr-rimas-geiga-medical-doctor-nutritional-sciences-adviser-and-healthy-ageing-expert\" class=\"vd_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"vd_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"vd_review_avatar vd_review_avatar_snieguole\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Snieguole Geige\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vd_review_label\"\u003eMedical review\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"vd_review_name\"\u003eDr Snieguole Geige\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_review_title\"\u003eDentist, Medical Doctor and Senior Adviser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed the general medical boundaries, public health supplementation context, patient communication and guidance on when direct assessment is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/dr-snieguole-geige-dentist-medical-doctor-and-senior-adviser\" class=\"vd_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"vd_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"vd_review_avatar vd_review_avatar_veronika\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Veronika Matutyte\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vd_review_label\"\u003eClinical and safety review\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"vd_review_name\"\u003eVeronika Matutyte\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor and Healthcare Management Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed toxicity guidance, kidney and calcium considerations, urgent symptoms, clinical limitations and home testing safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/veronika-matutyte-medical-doctor-and-healthcare-management-expert\" class=\"vd_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_review_meta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLast medically reviewed\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAt least once each year\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarlier review\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWhen testing guidance, thresholds, supplementation advice or laboratory standards change\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_board_link\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/medical-advisory-board\"\u003eMeet the Grace Belgravia Medical Advisory Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section vd_sources\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_eyebrow\"\u003eFurther reading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthoritative UK vitamin D information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese resources provide additional context. They do not replace the reference interval, comments or urgent instructions supplied with your laboratory report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eView government, NHS and NICE references\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vd_sources_body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/statistics\/national-diet-and-nutrition-survey-2019-to-2023\/national-diet-and-nutrition-survey-2019-to-2023-report\"\u003eUK National Diet and Nutrition Survey 2019 to 2023\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/vitamins-and-minerals\/vitamin-d\/\"\u003eNHS vitamin D guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cks.nice.org.uk\/topics\/vitamin-d-deficiency-in-adults\/diagnosis\/diagnosis\/\"\u003eNICE vitamin D testing guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cks.nice.org.uk\/topics\/vitamin-d-deficiency-in-adults\/\"\u003eNICE vitamin D thresholds and risk factors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/vitamin-d-deficiency-migrant-health-guide\"\u003eUK government vitamin D deficiency and supplementation guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/labtestsonline.org.uk\/tests\/vitamin-d\"\u003eAssociation for Laboratory Medicine vitamin D testing information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ukas.com\/accreditation\/standards\/medical-laboratory-accreditation\/\"\u003eUKAS medical laboratory accreditation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cqc.org.uk\/guidance-regulation\/providers\/registration\/scope-registration\/regulated-activities\/diagnostic-and-screening-procedures\"\u003eCQC diagnostic and screening services guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_section vd_faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vd_eyebrow\"\u003eSearch led questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome vitamin D test kit FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I test my vitamin D level at home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This kit uses a capillary blood sample collected at home and returned for laboratory analysis. It measures 25 hydroxyvitamin D, the main blood marker used to assess vitamin D status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a vitamin D blood test measure?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe test measures total 25 hydroxyvitamin D in the blood. This reflects vitamin D obtained from sunlight, food and supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a normal vitamin D level in the UK?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent UK guidance generally regards a result above 50 nmol\/L as sufficient for most people. The reference interval and comment on your laboratory report take priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat vitamin D level is deficient?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 25 hydroxyvitamin D result below 25 nmol\/L is regarded in UK guidance as deficient and is associated with increased risk of poor bone and muscle health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does an insufficient vitamin D result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA result from 25 to 50 nmol\/L may be inadequate for some people. The appropriate next step depends on symptoms, risk factors, calcium intake, medical history and supplement use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan vitamin D levels be too high?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Excess vitamin D is usually caused by taking too much from supplements or prescribed products. It can increase calcium and affect the kidneys, heart, muscles and nervous system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to fast for a vitamin D test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not normally required for a vitamin D test on its own. Follow the specific instructions supplied with the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I stop vitamin D supplements before testing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not stop prescribed treatment without medical advice. Record the product, dose and timing of vitamin D, calcium and multivitamin supplements because these affect interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow common is low vitamin D in the UK?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey for 2019 to 2023 found vitamin D below 25 nmol\/L in 18% of adults aged 19 to 64 and 12% of adults aged 65 and over. Rates were higher during January to March.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho is at higher risk of vitamin D deficiency?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRisk is higher in people with little sunlight exposure, darker skin, clothing that covers most of the skin, housebound living, malabsorption, liver or kidney disease and some medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people have no clear symptoms. Severe deficiency may cause bone pain, muscle weakness or osteomalacia. Tiredness and general aches are non specific and may have other causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan vitamin D deficiency cause tiredness or low mood?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow vitamin D can coexist with tiredness or low mood, but these symptoms have many possible causes. A vitamin D result cannot establish that deficiency is the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the NHS recommend vitamin D supplements?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNHS advice is that adults and children over 4 should consider 10 micrograms of vitamin D daily during autumn and winter. People at higher risk may be advised to take it throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould everyone have a vitamin D blood test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. NICE advises against routine testing in people without symptoms. Testing may be useful when deficiency is suspected, symptoms or risk factors are present, or treatment monitoring is clinically appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow often should vitamin D be retested?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetesting depends on the original result, treatment, symptoms and clinical context. Vitamin D changes slowly, so repeat testing is usually timed by a clinician rather than performed frequently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen is a high vitamin D result urgent?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek prompt medical advice for a very high result or symptoms such as persistent vomiting, marked thirst, frequent urination, severe weakness, confusion, dehydration, kidney pain or an abnormal heart rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the laboratories UKAS accredited and CQC registered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamples are processed through UKAS accredited laboratories within a CQC registered diagnostic pathway. Collection equipment is UKCA and CE marked and supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"vd_footer_note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not wait for a home test if symptoms feel urgent.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek prompt medical advice for severe weakness, confusion, persistent vomiting, marked thirst, frequent urination, dehydration, severe bone pain, kidney pain, collapse or an abnormal heart rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product measures one vitamin D biomarker. 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