VITAMIN D3 ( 25 – OH )

Vitamin D deficiency is a common cause of secondary hyperparathyroidism. Elevations ofPTH levels,especially in elderly vitamin D deficient adults can result in osteomalacia, increased bone turnover,reduced bone mass and risk of bone fractures.Low 25-OH vitamin D concentrations are also associated with lower bone mineral density.Inconjunction with other clinical data,the results may be used as an aid in the assessment of bone metabolism.

Specimen : serum. (Not Haemolysed)

The test performed on a daily basis by our Lab.

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