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The Vitamin D (25-OH) test, also called the serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D test, measures the total amount of 25-hydroxyvitamin D in the blood — the storage form of vitamin D and the most reliable indicator of overall vitamin D status in the body. It reflects both dietary intake and sun-derived vitamin D synthesis, making it the universally recommended marker for assessing deficiency, insufficiency, or adequate levels.
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble prohormone that, once activated in the kidneys, acts across virtually every tissue in the body. Its best-characterised role is regulating calcium and phosphate absorption in the intestine — essential for bone mineralisation. Deficiency leads to reduced calcium absorption, secondary hyperparathyroidism, and ultimately bone softening: rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Chronic deficiency is also a major contributor to osteoporosis in older adults.
Reference ranges: Levels below 10 ng/mL indicate severe deficiency; 10–19 ng/mL indicates deficiency; 20–29 ng/mL indicates insufficiency; 30 ng/mL and above is sufficient.
Beyond bone health, vitamin D receptors are present in immune cells, the heart, the pancreas, muscles, and the brain. Low vitamin D has been associated with immune dysregulation, insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, muscle weakness, and mood disturbance. Correction of frank deficiency broadly improves health outcomes.
Vitamin D deficiency is extraordinarily prevalent in India — studies show deficiency in 50–90% of urban Indians despite year-round sunshine. Indoor occupations, clothing-related UV block, dark skin pigmentation, high-rise living, pollution-filtered sunlight, and vegetarian diets all contribute.
No fasting is required. Pause vitamin D supplements for a week before testing only if you want a true pre-supplementation baseline.
Faridabad's population — spanning the NIT sectors, the industrial belt along Mathura Road, and the newer sectors near Greater Faridabad — faces both dietary and lifestyle risk factors for vitamin D deficiency. HealthVas home collection makes annual vitamin D monitoring affordable and accessible. Book from ₹440 and compare accredited labs.
Who Should Get a Vitamin D (25-OH) Test
- People with Unexplained Bone Pain, Muscle Weakness, or Fatigue – Diffuse bone or muscle pain, proximal muscle weakness, and unexplained fatigue are hallmark symptoms of vitamin D deficiency. Testing confirms the diagnosis before supplementation is prescribed.
- Individuals with Osteoporosis or Low Bone Density – Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption and bone mineralisation. Anyone with osteoporosis, osteopenia, or fragility fractures should have their 25-OH D checked as part of workup and monitored during treatment.
- Vegetarians, Vegans, and People with Limited Dairy Intake – Vitamin D is naturally found in very few plant foods. Individuals on vegetarian or vegan diets, or those with low dairy consumption, have limited dietary intake and are at elevated deficiency risk.
- Indoor Workers and People with Minimal Sun Exposure – Vitamin D is synthesised on UVB exposure. People who work indoors for most of the day, cover skin outdoors, or use high-SPF sunscreen consistently have restricted sun-derived synthesis and are at high risk of deficiency.
- Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women – Vitamin D requirements increase during pregnancy and lactation. Maternal deficiency is associated with neonatal rickets, impaired fetal bone development, and gestational complications. Monitoring allows timely supplementation.
- Faridabad Residents Seeking Affordable Preventive Health Tests – Across Faridabad's NIT sectors, the Mathura Road industrial belt, and the newer sectors near Greater Faridabad, access to affordable NABL-accredited diagnostic testing can be limited. HealthVas home collection for vitamin D testing makes preventive monitoring practical for every household member at the lowest available price.
How to Prepare
No fasting is required for the Vitamin D (25-OH) test. Continue all regular medications and multivitamins unless the purpose of the test is to establish a true pre-supplementation baseline, in which case pause vitamin D supplements for at least a week before sampling.
HealthVas partner labs offer free home sample collection across Delhi-NCR — a trained phlebotomist visits your home or office at a time slot you choose, so there is no travel and no waiting room. Reports are delivered digitally and a branded copy can be shared directly on WhatsApp.
Why Compare Lab Prices on HealthVas?
Multiple NABL-accredited partner labs offer the Vitamin D (25-OH) test on HealthVas, and the price for the exact same test can differ widely from one lab to the next. Faridabad has fewer NABL labs per capita than central NCR cities, and price visibility is limited — residents across the NIT sectors, the industrial belt along Mathura Road, and the newer sectors near Greater Faridabad often pay more than necessary for accredited testing.
NABL accreditation is the baseline standard for diagnostic accuracy in India — it certifies that a lab's equipment, reagents and reporting meet national quality benchmarks. Many partner labs additionally hold NABH, ISO or CAP certification, which add stricter internal quality controls. HealthVas shows you the accreditation alongside the price for each lab so you are comparing like with like, not just chasing the lowest number.
Unlike single-lab booking sites that only ever show you their own rate, HealthVas puts the accredited options side by side on one page. You see the lowest available price, the report turnaround, and whether free home collection is included — then book the lab that fits your budget and timeline.
Vitamin D (25-OH) Test — What to Know Before Booking
The Vitamin D (25-OH) test measures total serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D — the storage form of vitamin D reflecting both sun-derived synthesis and dietary or supplemental intake. It is the correct test for diagnosing deficiency and monitoring supplementation response.
No fasting required. Most labs report results within 24–48 hours. The result should be interpreted alongside calcium, phosphorus, PTH, and alkaline phosphatase when assessing bone health comprehensively.
Compare Vitamin D test prices from NABL-accredited partner labs on HealthVas and book with free home sample collection across Delhi-NCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions for this test.
What does the Vitamin D (25-OH) test measure?
The test measures serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D, the storage form of vitamin D in the body. It is the most accurate indicator of overall vitamin D status, reflecting contributions from both sunlight-driven skin synthesis and dietary or supplemental intake.
What is the normal range for Vitamin D?
Standard classification: below 10 ng/mL is severe deficiency; 10–19 ng/mL is deficiency; 20–29 ng/mL is insufficiency; 30 ng/mL and above is sufficient. Some guidelines recommend 40 ng/mL as the target for people with osteoporosis or malabsorption conditions.
Do I need to fast for the Vitamin D test?
No fasting is required. You can eat and drink normally before the sample is collected. Pause vitamin D supplements for about a week before the test only if you want a pre-supplementation baseline reading.
What is the price of the Vitamin D (25-OH) test?
It starts at ₹440 on HealthVas, with the lowest current rate from Healthians. Prices vary across NABL-accredited partner labs — the live price for each is shown on the page.
Is home sample collection available for the Vitamin D test?
Yes. HealthVas partner labs offer free home sample collection across Delhi-NCR. A trained phlebotomist visits your home or office at the time slot you choose — no travel, no waiting room.
How long do Vitamin D test reports take?
Most partner labs deliver results within 24–48 hours of sample collection. The exact turnaround time is shown alongside the price on the HealthVas listing page.
Why is vitamin D deficiency so common in India despite abundant sunshine?
Despite year-round sun, urban India has very high deficiency rates — estimated at 50–90% in urban populations. Causes include indoor occupations, extensive skin coverage, dark skin pigmentation, high-rise environments filtering UVB, air pollution, and low dietary intake in largely vegetarian diets.
What are the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?
Common symptoms include bone pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, and malaise. Many people with deficiency have no obvious symptoms, making routine testing important for at-risk individuals.
Is the Vitamin D (25-OH) test the same as a Vitamin D3 test?
Yes, the 25-OH Vitamin D test measures total 25-hydroxyvitamin D, reflecting contributions from both D3 (cholecalciferol) and D2 (ergocalciferol). It is the standard test for assessing vitamin D status in clinical practice.
Why should I compare Vitamin D test prices across labs?
The same NABL-accredited Vitamin D test can vary significantly in price across labs in the same city. Comparing on HealthVas ensures you pay the lowest accredited rate without compromise in accuracy or reporting.
Do I need a prescription to book the Vitamin D test?
No. The Vitamin D test does not require a prescription on HealthVas. You can book it directly for preventive screening or to monitor a known deficiency.
Are the labs on HealthVas NABL-accredited?
Yes. Every partner lab listed on HealthVas is NABL-accredited. NABL certification verifies that the lab's equipment, reagents, methods, and quality systems meet national standards for diagnostic accuracy.
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