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Vitamin K Test

Dr. Abhishtita MudunuriLast Updated on 21st January 2022

Vitamin K is an essential element in the human body required for blood clotting, calcium absorption and maintaining internal body homeostasis. Deficiency of vitamin K leads to bruising and bleeding with trivial trauma, with frequent nosebleeds being more common along with black stools. A Vitamin K test helps in determining the level of Vitamin K in the body along with blood clotting time called Prothrombin time. It can be done in individuals of all age groups and is ordered by a physician.

What is the Vitamin K test used for?What is included in the Vitamin K test?Procedure for Vitamin K test How to prepare for the Vitamin K test?What types of infection can Vitamin K test detect?How much does a Vitamin K test cost?What do abnormal Vitamin K test results indicate?Why book a Vitamin K test?Vitamin K test at home – how does it work?Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Vitamin K test used for?

This test is primarily used to detect vitamin K insufficiency, but it can also be used to examine and diagnose the disorders listed below:

Liver disease
Infant hemorrhagic disease
Hypoprothrombinemia
Bleeding Disorders

What is included in the Vitamin K test?

It is rare to order vitamin K level tests since they are rarely available. The test is rarely used to screen for or to assist in diagnosing vitamin K deficiency since abnormal bleeding and easy bruising is usually signs of a vitamin K deficiency. A prothrombin time test is a primary test used to evaluate the bleeding (PT). If the PT results are prolonged and it is considered that this is due to a lack of vitamin K, oral supplements or injections of vitamin K are given. If the bleeding stops and the PT/INR levels return to normal, a vitamin K shortage is suspected as the culprit.

Procedure for Vitamin K test

The phlebotomist would first wrap a tourniquet around your arm, then wipe the region with antiseptic; he would then use a regular size syringe to identify the nearest vein and take the needed volume of blood into a tiny container. This sample is then analysed to establish whether or not you are deficient in vitamin K. If you are indeed deficient in vitamin K, your doctor may recommend new dietary changes and vitamin supplements oral or injectable to assist in raising vitamin K levels in your body.

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How to prepare for the Vitamin K test?

In general, no extra preparation is required to complete this test; nevertheless, it is recommended that you wear short sleeves to provide your healthcare practitioner free access to your arm. The test is rather easy, and once your doctor has received his sample, he will quickly analyse the blood to determine the quantity of vitamin K in it. A vitamin K deficiency may be crippling, causing exhaustion over time. It is critical that you keep your doctor up to date on your current health issues and the drugs you are taking since this might affect the level of vitamin K in your blood.

Things to consider after the Vitamin K test is complete

Consult your doctor once the test results are available, and he or she will prescribe therapy based on the results. Please do not attempt to self-diagnose your medical problem.

*What types of infection can Vitamin K test detect?

Vitamin K is a class of fat-soluble vitamins that aid in clotting, bone development, and cardiovascular health. A lack of vitamin K can lead to substantial bleeding, and some studies show a probability of poor bone formation, osteoporosis, and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

How much does a Vitamin K test cost?*

City	Test Price Starting from
Book Vitamin K Cost in Delhi	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Gurgaon	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Noida	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Faridabad	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Ghaziabad	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Chennai	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Hyderabad	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Mumbai	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Thane	₹ 2400.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Visakhapatnam	₹ 3485.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Bangalore	₹ 3485.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Ahmedabad	₹ 3485.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Kolkata	₹ 3485.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Indore	₹ 3485.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Pune	₹ 3485.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Amritsar	₹ 3485.0
Book Vitamin K Cost in Coimbatore	₹ 3485.0

*Disclaimer: The value varies based on location, time, and your preferred lab partner.

How long does it take to get the results for the Vitamin K test?

You can expect to get the results for the Vitamin K test within 24 to 48 hours after the sample is collected. However, in certain cases, depending on the location, medical advice and preferred lab partner, it may take longer.

What do abnormal Vitamin K test results indicate?

Severe vitamin K deficiency can result in bruising and bleeding because the blood takes longer to clot. It’s very rare for adults to have Vitamin K deficiency it’s more commonly found in babies. Because the body requires vitamin K for healthy bone, vitamin K deficiency may impair bone strength and cause osteoporosis.

The normal range for vitamin K is 0.2-3.2 ng/mL, although one source claims that levels below 0.5 ng/mL are related to poor blood coagulation. According to another source, the reference range is 0.10-2.2 ng/mL. Vitamin K is usually not tested as the deficiency is diagnosed by simply doing a blood coagulation test called Prothrombin Time (PT). If the PT is prolonged you would be diagnosed with Vitamin K deficiency.

Disclaimer: Please consult with your doctor for interpreting the test reports.

What is the Vitamin K test?

Vitamin K is essential for coagulation, often known as blood clotting. Clotting is a mechanism that aids in the prevention of excessive bleeding both within and outside the body. Vitamin K is required by your body to create the proteins involved in the clotting process. Your body does not have enough of these proteins if you are vitamin K deficient. Bleeding excessively is a symptom of vitamin K insufficiency.

Scientists also believe that vitamin K helps bones grow and stay strong, but they are still researching this. Vitamin K levels tests are not widely available and are seldom ordered. They are not commonly used to screen for or diagnose vitamin K deficiencies since a shortage of vitamin K is generally identified when there is unexpected or excessive bleeding or easy bruising.

How to read the Vitamin K test report?

A doctor will inquire about a person’s medical history to check whether they have any risk factors for vitamin K insufficiency.

A coagulation test is known as the prothrombin time, or the clinician may use PT test. They collect a small amount of blood and then add chemicals to see how long it takes to clot.

The clotting time for blood is normally 11 to 13.5 seconds. It might be due to a vitamin K shortage if it takes longer.

Before conducting this blood test, people may need to avoid meals high in vitamin K.

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Why book a Vitamin K test?

A prothrombin time test is a primary test used to evaluate the bleeding (PT). If the PT results are prolonged, and it is considered that this is due to a lack of vitamin K, oral supplements or injections of vitamin K are given.

Vitamin K test at home – how does it work?

The Vitamin K test is just like any other blood test. A lab technician visits your home when you book your tests through the MFine app. The lab technician first cleans the arm and then inserts a syringe into a vein. The required amount of blood is then taken into a vial. The lab technician then removes the needle and places cotton wool or a bandage over the prick.

Are there any risks involved with Vitamin K tests?

Adults are more likely to suffer from vitamin K insufficiency and the related symptoms if they:

Use blood thinners, also known as anticoagulants, which prevent clots but decrease vitamin K activation
Take antibiotics that inhibit vitamin K synthesis and absorption
Don’t obtain enough vitamin K from their diets

What can affect the results of the Vitamin K test?

Many medicines can interfere with vitamin K’s effects. Antacids, blood thinners, antibiotics, aspirin, and medications for cancer, seizures, and other disorders.

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Frequently Asked Questions | FAQs

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

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.

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

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.

How can I download my Vitamin K test report?

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Click on Attachment and Reports
Click on Lab Report
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Are there any discount offers running on Vitamin K tests?

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

What are the signs and symptoms of a vitamin K deficiency?

The most common sign of vitamin K deficiency is bleeding (haemorrhage)—whether it be into the skin (producing bruises), from the nose, from a cut, in the stomach, or the intestine. Vomiting with blood can occur when there is bleeding in the stomach. Urine or faeces may include blood, or the stools may be tarry black.

What drugs are affected by vitamin K?

Several drugs and foods, like, blood thinners, phenytoin, some antibiotics, orlistat (a weight-loss treatment), and bile acid sequestrants, interact negatively with vitamin K. Generally, you get your daily vitamin K requirements from the foods you eat.

What are the typical amounts of vitamin K?

Vitamin K is a lipid-soluble vitamin that is needed for the formation of coagulation proteins. The normal range for vitamin K is 0.2-3.2 ng/mL, although one source claims that levels below 0.5 ng/mL are related to poor blood coagulation. According to another source, the reference range is 0.10-2.2 ng/mL.

What is the purpose of a vitamin K blood test?

Vitamin K levels tests are not widely available and are seldom ordered. They are not often used to screen for or assist in the diagnosis of vitamin K deficits since a shortage of vitamin K is usually identified when there is unexpected or excessive bleeding or easy bruising.

Who is most vulnerable to vitamin K deficiency?

Most newborns, regardless of gender, colour, or ethnicity, are at a higher risk for VKDB until they begin eating regular meals, generally around the age of 4-6 months, and until the normal gut flora begins producing vitamin K.
There are various reasons why newborns are especially vulnerable to vitamin K deficiency: