25 Hydroxy Vitamin D

Name: 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D
Brand: Torrent Diagnostics
Price: 900 INR
Availability: InStock

Includes 1 Parameter

Rs.799

Sample Type

Blood

Test Code

#BI092

Fasting

Report Within

Same day if sample by 9:00AM on Daily

The 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D test (25(OH)D test) is a blood test that measures the main form of Vitamin D in your body, giving an accurate picture of your Vitamin D levels. Doctors may recommend this test if you have symptoms like bone pain, weakness, or fatigue, or if you are at risk due to low sun exposure, diet, or health conditions. It helps detect Vitamin D deficiency early, even before serious symptoms appear.

At Torrent Diagnostics, testing is done using reliable, standardized methods, ensuring accurate and timely results you can trust.

Why is the Test Done?

Doctors recommend this test to:

Check for Vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency
Find causes of bone pain or weakness
Diagnose or monitor bone disorders (like osteoporosis)
Evaluate low calcium levels
Monitor response to Vitamin D supplements

Who Should Get the Test Done?

You may need this test if you:

Have symptoms such as:

Bone pain or frequent fractures
Muscle weakness
Fatigue or low energy
Back pain

Belong to high-risk groups:

People with limited sun exposure
Older adults
Pregnant or breastfeeding women
People with kidney or liver disease
Obese individuals
People with malabsorption issues

How to Read the Results

Vitamin D levels are measured in ng/mL (nanograms per milliliter).

Readings	What it Means
Above 30 ng/mL	Sufficient
20-30 ng/mL	Insufficient
Below 20 ng/mL	Deficient
Above 100 ng/mL	Possibly high/toxic

What to Ask the Doctor?

When discussing your report, you can ask:

Is my Vitamin D level normal?
Do I need supplements or just sunlight exposure?
What dose of Vitamin D is right for me?
How long should I take supplements?
Should I also take calcium?
When should I repeat the test?

How our test process works!

STEP 01

Identity Verified at Every Step

Verified identity at every step to eliminate sample mix-ups

STEP 02

Sterile, Barcoded Collection

Sterile, barcoded collection to maintain sample integrity

STEP 03

Expert-Led Sample Collection

Trained professionals ensuring safe, accurate, and comfortable collection

FAQs To Help You Know Better

What is 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D?

It is the main form of Vitamin D in blood. Doctors use it to assess your Vitamin D status.

Is this test different from a regular Vitamin D test?

No, this is the standard and most reliable test to assess Vitamin D levels in the body.

Do I need to fast before the test?

No, you don't need to fast before the test.

What causes Vitamin D deficiency?

Common causes of Vitamin D deficiency include lack of sunlight, poor diet, darker skin (less Vitamin D synthesis) and medical conditions that affect absorption.

What foods contain Vitamin D?

Common foods sources of Vitamin D include egg yolks, fish (like salmon & sardines) and fortified milk.

How is the deficiency treated?

Your doctor may recommend Vitamin D supplements (daily/weekly/monthly), sun exposure and diet changes to treat the condition. Vitamin D injections are also recommended in severe cases.

How often should I test?

If your levels are normal, then mostly your doctor may not recommend a retest. But if you are deficient, your doctor can ask you to check after 3 months to test if the treatment is working or not.