Vitamin D - 25 Hydroxy (D2+D3) in Kanaka Durga Temple, Hyderabad

Vitamin D 25-hydroxy test is a diagnostic assessment that is conducted to detect the  level of vitamin D present in your body. Vitamin D 25-hydroxy is a fat soluble vitamin, also known as calciferol.  The reason why vitamin D 25-hydroxy test is taken is to know the exact  levels of vitamin D so that the doctor can prescribe supplements according to the deficiency in the body. 

According to medical experts, vitamin D normal range for adults is 20 to 30 nanograms per milliliter (ng/ml). However, needs vary between individuals. Too high or too low levels may affect a person’s health adversely. 

People with a vitamin D deficiency become prone to heart diseases, high blood pressure, immune system disorders, different types of cancers (prostrate, breast and colon) and various infectious diseases. All these make it more important for any one to keep a check on their vitamin D levels. 

Besides taking the test and consulting the doctor, one can easily keep their vitamin D level within the normal range by exposing oneself to 30 minutes of sunlight or by adding vitamin D-rich food items to their diet. Some vitamin D-rich food items are cod liver oil, tuna fish, yogurt, salmon, egg yolk, cereals and cheese. Keeping the vitamin D levels normal should be the prime aim to help the body function properly.

Generally, vitamin D test price is not too high. You can also book the test via Apollo 24|7 app or website. With Apollo 24|7, you get access to free home sample collection facility. The vitamin D test price offered by Apollo 24|7 is also reasonable.

Who should take a vitamin D 25-hydroxy test?  

• People who strictly adhere to vegan diet
• People suffering from bone pain or osteoporosis 
• People experiencing constant backache or joint pains, especially heel pain
• People diagnosed with depression

Medically reviewed by Dr Shakti, General Physician/Internal Medicine at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi