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The DNA test for Vitamin D metabolism evaluates your body’s ability to properly process vitamin D. You could be at risk of deficiency, even if you maintain a balanced diet or regularly get sunlight. Vitamin D deficiency can lead to issues like brittle bones (osteoporosis or rickets) and a weakened immune system.
Vitamin D is an important vitamin for our health, especially for bones and the immune system. Our body can produce it when exposed to sunlight, but it can also be obtained from certain foods and supplements.
The main functions of vitamin D are:
- Bone Health: Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus, two essential minerals for strong bones and teeth. Adequate vitamin D prevents problems like osteoporosis (weak bones) and rickets in children. Without enough vitamin D, bones can become weak, fragile, or deformed.
- Immune System: Vitamin D helps strengthen the immune system, improving the body’s ability to fight infections and reducing the risk of autoimmune diseases.
- Mood Regulation: Adequate levels of vitamin D are linked to improved mood and can help prevent conditions like depression, especially during winter months when there is less sunlight.
- Prevention of Chronic Diseases: Studies suggest that vitamin D may help reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular issues, and certain types of cancer.
Benefits of the DNA Test
Vitamin D metabolism is the process through which our body activates and uses vitamin D to support various functions, especially those related to bone health and calcium regulation.
The test allows you to:
- Evaluate absorption: Some people have genetic variants that reduce their ability to absorb vitamin D from the sun or food. The test helps you understand if this applies to you.
- Identify deficiency risk: Even if you eat well or get regular sunlight, you might not metabolise vitamin D correctly and could be at risk of deficiency. This can lead to brittle bones or a weakened immune system.
- Personalise supplement use: Based on the test results, you can know whether you need vitamin D supplements and in what dosage. Some people, due to genetics, may need higher doses.
- Prevent diseases: Inefficient vitamin D metabolism can increase the risk of heart issues, immune system problems, depression, and autoimmune diseases. Understanding how your body handles vitamin D helps prevent these conditions.
- Optimise overall health: Vitamin D is important for bones, muscles, the immune system, and general well-being. Monitoring your vitamin D metabolism allows you to improve these functions.
DNA Test Process is Simple
A DNA test for vitamin D metabolism does not require a blood sample. Our test is done using buccal swabs, provided in our at-home sample collection kit. Collecting the sample is easy and quick if you carefully follow the provided instructions.
You can view the sample collection instructions on our page “How to Collect DNA Samples.”
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Disclaimer: The test results are for informational and/or educational purposes only and should NOT be used for making medical, health, or other decisions without consulting a physician. Always talk to your doctor and seek professional help before taking any action. The test does not replace a visit to a doctor or the advice or services of a qualified specialist.