We hear a lot about vitamins and minerals.
But rather than guessing whether you’re getting enough—or assuming a supplement is necessary—laboratory testing can provide actual information about certain nutritional markers.
Three commonly discussed areas are vitamin D, vitamin B12, and iron.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D has several roles within the body.
Levels can vary based on many factors, including lifestyle and individual health circumstances.
A blood test can provide information about your current vitamin D status.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is another nutrient involved in normal body function.
When a healthcare provider suspects that checking B12 may be useful, laboratory testing can provide objective information.
Iron and Ferritin
Iron-related testing may include measurements that help evaluate iron status.
Ferritin is associated with stored iron and may be considered alongside other laboratory results and clinical information.
Don’t Supplement Based on Guesswork
More is not always better.
Supplements can be unnecessary in some situations and may interact with medications or health conditions.
Testing and professional guidance can help you make more informed decisions.
Nutritional Testing at MedDraw
MedDraw currently offers:
- Vitamin D Test
- Vitamin B12 Test
- Iron & Ferritin Panel
- Nutritional Wellness Panel My Med Draw
Our role is to help make access to laboratory testing and professional specimen collection simple and comfortable.
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Always discuss abnormal laboratory values and supplementation decisions with a qualified healthcare provider.