Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood draw (venipuncture)
- Fasting: 10–12 hours required
- Turn-around time: 3–5 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
Benefits
- Comprehensive screening of 10+ essential vitamins and minerals in one test
- Early detection of deficiencies before symptoms develop
- Convenient online ordering with no doctor referral required
- Nationwide lab access for easy sample collection
- Actionable results to guide dietary and supplement decisions
- Cost-effective prevention of serious health complications
Who Is This Test For?
- Adults experiencing unexplained fatigue, weakness, or hair loss
- Individuals following vegetarian, vegan, or restrictive diets
- People with digestive disorders affecting nutrient absorption
- Those seeking preventive wellness and nutritional optimization
- Adults over 60 at higher risk for B12 and vitamin D deficiency
- Anyone making major dietary changes or starting supplements
How It Works – Just 3 Steps
- Order online – Just order your test online; choose your preferred lab location
- Visit lab – Quick blood draw at over 2,000+ locations nationwide
- Get results – Secure online access to comprehensive results within 3-5 days
FAQ
Do I need to fast before this test? Yes, fast for 10-12 hours and avoid vitamin supplements for 24 hours beforehand.
What vitamins does this panel test? It measures vitamins D, B12, folate, plus essential minerals like magnesium and calcium.
Can I take this test if I'm on supplements? Stop supplements 24 hours before testing; discontinue biotin for 72 hours for accurate results.
How do I know if my results are normal? Each vitamin has a reference range; values outside normal limits indicate deficiency or excess.
When will I see results? Results are available online within 3-5 business days after sample collection.
More Details
What is the purpose of this test?
This comprehensive blood panel identifies deficiencies in essential vitamins and minerals that impact your health and wellbeing. By measuring key nutrients—including vitamins B12, D, and critical minerals—the test provides a complete nutritional snapshot even before symptoms appear (Testing.com 2023).
The panel combines a Complete Blood Count, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, Lipid Panel, and specific vitamin tests to assess your overall health status. This allows you to make informed decisions about diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes to optimize your wellness.
Who would benefit from this test?
Anyone concerned about their nutritional status can benefit from this testing. It's particularly valuable for individuals with absorption disorders, those following restrictive diets, or people experiencing symptoms like fatigue, slow wound healing, or changes in skin, hair, and nails.
Up to 92% of the U.S. population may have at least one vitamin deficiency, with vitamin D and B12 among the most common (Testing.com 2023). Adults over 60 face higher risks, with subclinical B12 deficiency affecting up to 20% of this age group (Mayo Clinic 2024).
When should I order this panel?
Consider ordering this test when experiencing unexplained fatigue, weakness, hair loss, or changes in skin and nail health. It's also valuable during major dietary transitions, as part of annual wellness screening, or when starting new supplement regimens.
Schedule testing if you have conditions affecting nutrient absorption, follow vegetarian or vegan diets, or have limited sun exposure. The test is ideal for proactive health monitoring and establishing baseline nutritional status.
How do I interpret the results?
Your results will show each vitamin and mineral level compared to laboratory reference ranges. Values below normal indicate deficiency; values above suggest excess or overconsumption.
Nutrient Level: Below reference range
- What it means: Deficiency present
- Typical action: Dietary changes, supplements, medical evaluation
Nutrient Level: Within reference range
- What it means: Normal status
- Typical action: Maintain current nutrition habits
Nutrient Level: Above reference range
- What it means: Possible excess
- Typical action: Reduce supplements, dietary counseling
Disclaimer: Reference ranges may vary by laboratory. Listed ranges are general guidelines and may differ from those used by the performing lab. Always consult your healthcare provider for interpretation.
Pre-test preparation
Fast for 10-12 hours before your blood draw, consuming only water during this period. Discontinue all vitamin supplements and alcohol for at least 24 hours before testing. If taking biotin (vitamin B7), stop for 72 hours as it can interfere with results.
Schedule your test for morning hours before taking medications when possible. Arrive well-hydrated but having consumed only water since your last meal.
How often should I get tested?
Testing frequency depends on your individual circumstances and risk factors. Regular monitoring helps track progress and ensure optimal nutritional status.
- Initial baseline screening: Once, then follow provider guidance
- Making dietary changes: Retest in 6–12 months
- Taking new supplements: Follow-up in 3–6 months
- Managing deficiencies: Every 3–6 months until corrected
- Routine wellness monitoring: Annually or as recommended
Why early detection matters
Identifying and correcting nutrient deficiencies early can prevent serious health complications and reduce healthcare costs. Early detection has been shown to reduce hospitalizations from anemia and bone fractures by up to 30% in at-risk groups (Johns Hopkins Medicine 2024).
Untreated deficiencies can lead to heart disease, vision problems, poor bone health, increased infection risk, and impaired cognitive function. Routine screening enables timely intervention before symptoms develop.
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