Question 1

Is the lab technician coming for Vitamin D test sample collection vaccinated?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our lab technicians are fully vaccinated. Further, they also ensure safety throughout by wearing a mask, gloves, and frequently sanitising themselves during the sample collection.

Question 2

Does MFine provide the interpretation for the results along with the reports?

Accepted Answer

Yes, MFine provides the interpretation for the result along with the reports. You can also avail a free medical consultation with a doctor to understand your reports accurately. The doctor will also advise and prescribe medicines, if required, based on the results.

Question 3

How can I download my Vitamin D test report?

Accepted Answer

Login to MFine
Go to your profile
Click on Attachment and Reports
Click on Lab Report 
Download the report

Question 4

Are there any discount offers running on a Vitamin D test?

Accepted Answer

Usually, you can avail up to a 50% discount on Vitamin D tests through MFine. However, the discount and test price may vary based on lab partner and location.

Question 5

How does the Vitamin D test work?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D exists in two forms, Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). In the liver, the vitamin D2 and D3 get converted into their active forms, 25-hydroxy Vitamin D2 and 25-hydroxy vitamin D3, respectively. This test measures the total amount of 25-hydroxy Vitamin D (sum of 25-hydroxy vitamin D2 and 25-hydroxy Vitamin D3 levels) in the blood. Low levels of total Vitamin D indicate Vitamin D deficiency.

Question 6

What are the symptoms associated with Vitamin D deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Some symptoms of vitamin D deficiency include the following-

Fatigue and tiredness
Bone pain
Back pain
Impaired or poor wound healing 
Muscle pain and muscle cramps. 
Anxiety and depression 
Hair loss
Obesity

Question 7

What are the risk factors for developing Vitamin D deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Some common risk factors for developing vitamin D deficiency include the following:

Inadequate exposure to the sun by spending time indoors.  
Dark-skinned people have a higher risk of developing Vitamin D deficiency. 
Vitamin D levels tend to be lower in aged individuals. 
Consumption of medications such as corticosteroids, statins, phenytoin, etc., for prolonged periods, interferes with the metabolism of Vitamin D.
Having chronic liver disease, kidney diseases, or hyperthyroidism. 
Having health ailments like Celiac disease or Crohn’s disease, which affect the absorption of nutrients. 
Being overweight or obese.
Lower consumption of fish and dairy products. 
Patients who underwent gastric bypass surgery. 
People with cancer such as lymphoma
People with bone disorders like osteoporosis. 
Malabsorption of Vitamin D.

Question 8

How much Vitamin D should an individual consume?

Accepted Answer

The recommended dietary allowance of Vitamin D tends to vary with age and underlying disease conditions. The doctor would recommend vitamin D supplements based on individual needs. The following table provides a reference for the daily allowance of Vitamin D.

Age
 
Recommended dietary allowance (IU/day)
Upper limit (IU/day)

Infants 0-6 months
400
1,000

Infants 6-12 months
400
1,500

Children 1-3 years old
600
2,500

Children 4-8 years old
600
3,000

People 9-70 years old
600
4,000

People over 70 years old
800
4,000

Females 14-50 years old, pregnant/lactating
600
4,000

Question 9

What happens when you consume too much Vitamin D?

Accepted Answer

Increased intake of Vitamin D supplements can lead to overdose and toxicity. Vitamin D toxicity is known as hypervitaminosis D. Excessive exposure to sunlight does not cause hypervitaminosis D. Hypervitaminosis D can lead to hypercalcemia (high calcium levels in the blood). These conditions could cause the following symptoms-

Decreased appetite  
Increased thirst and urination
Nausea
Confusion and weakness. 
Constipation
Ataxia (a neurological disorder characterized by slurred speech and poor coordination) 
Dehydration

Question 10

What is the treatment for Vitamin D deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Depending upon your blood Vitamin D levels, your doctor would suggest Vitamin D supplements or foods rich in Vitamin D. Some foods rich in Vitamin D include-

Fish like mackerel, tuna, and salmon
Egg yolks
Mushrooms
Cheese

Foods fortified with Vitamin D are also available. Check the label of food items to check if they have Vitamin D. Some foods fortified with Vitamin D include cereals, milk, dairy products like yoghurt, orange juice, and soy drink. In addition, your treating doctor may also recommend oral or injectable supplementation of Vitamin D.

Total 25-hydroxy vitamin D level (ng/mL)	Interpretation
<10 ng/mL	Severe deficiency
10-30 ng/mL	Mild to moderate deficiency
30-50 ng/mL	Optimum levels
51-70 ng/mL	Upper normal
>150 ng/mL	Overdose

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