{"product_id":"vitamin-d-test-at-home-finger-prick-blood-test","title":"Vitamin D Test – At Home Finger Prick Blood Test","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vitamin D Test is a simple at home finger prick blood test that helps you keep track of your vitamin D status. It measures 25-hydroxy vitamin D, the main circulating form, which is considered the best indicator of vitamin D levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it helps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin D deficiency symptoms can include fatigue, poor immunity, mood and sleep disturbances and general aches and pains. Vitamin D deficiency is common in the United Kingdom and, if not addressed, can lead to imbalances in various systems, including the immune, nervous, reproductive, cellular and cardiovascular systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a deficiency is found, a follow up test is recommended three months after beginning therapy to monitor blood levels of vitamin D.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe test is also suitable for anyone who would like to investigate their health for overall wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple at home finger prick blood collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 25-hydroxy vitamin D, the main circulating form of vitamin D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps you keep track of your vitamin D status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysed by Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics, a UKAS accredited laboratory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults in three to five working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Test Measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamins: Vitamin D (25 OH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection method: \u003cstrong\u003eBlood (finger prick)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurnaround time: \u003cstrong\u003ethree to five working days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/my.healthpath.com\/resources\/427\"\u003eUse this guide\u003c\/a\u003e to get a successful sample. Follow this essential advice to ensure your sample is viable for analysis by the laboratory.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSteps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast for eight hours before taking the test, while staying hydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrink five hundred millilitres of water half an hour before taking the test – before breakfast is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck you have all your kit (see the full list in the instructions).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands in warm water for four minutes, then dry them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the step by step instructions provided in the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel the sample correctly and send it in the envelope provided via Royal Mail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost the same morning after collecting your sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEssential information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor complete confidence in a valid sample, a blood draw is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis test is recommended for those over the age of eighteen. For anyone under eighteen, a blood draw is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/5701947.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net\/hubfs\/5701947\/Eurofins-policy.pdf\"\u003eRead the policy\u003c\/a\u003e on retests, replacement kits and unsuccessful samples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis test is available only through your Healthpath Pro practitioner (Tamara at Breathe360).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthpathpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/HealthpathPro-FingerPrick-BloodTest-Instructions.pdf\"\u003eView instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthpathpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Vitamin-D-sample-report.pdf\"\u003eDownload sample report\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/my.healthpath.com\/resources\/329\"\u003eView interpretation guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the laboratory: Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEurofins Clinical Diagnostics is an accredited clinical diagnostic laboratory, offering reliable clinical diagnostic testing and phlebotomy services to practitioners and patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEurofins Clinical Diagnostics is committed to providing a high quality service based on the standards set by UKAS and the Care Quality Commission. The laboratory is accredited to UKAS 15189 standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll services are overseen by a consultant with suitable specialist qualifications, each test is regularly assessed against internal quality control samples and external quality assurance samples, and performance is peer reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur products and services do not diagnose, treat or cure any illness or disease, and do not replace medical advice from your doctor or practitioner. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Information on this website is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescribed medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any new supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Healthpath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54951203275132,"sku":null,"price":57.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2638\/4067\/files\/download_8.jpg?v=1739734433","url":"https:\/\/www.breathe360.uk\/products\/vitamin-d-test-at-home-finger-prick-blood-test","provider":"Heal Wellbeing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}