Randox Vitamin D Home Test Kit for Wellness

Product Summary

Vitamin D deficiency is common and can affect bone health, muscle health, immune function and mood. Find out your levels with our convenient home blood sample collection kit.

• Sample type: urine.
• Results: in 2-3 working days from receipt of sample at lab.

Why Get Tested?

Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones. Deficiency is common and can affect bone health, muscle health, immune function and mood. Find out your Vitamin D level with this convenient home blood sample collection kit.

Vitamin D deficiency is extremely common affecting around 1 billion people globally, with lack of sun exposure, a vegan diet and milk allergies putting you more at risk of vitamin D deficiency.

Vitamin D helps the body regulate calcium making it essential to maintaining healthy bones, teeth, and muscles.

Deficiency is also linked to a variety of other health concerns including depression, fatigue, cardiovascular disease, cognitive impairment, severe asthma and even cancer.

Treating Vitamin D deficiency

If you are deficient in Vitamin D you can take supplements or increase your dietary intake of foods rich in Vitamin D such as oily fish, red meat, and egg yolks.

How it works

Take your sample

• Follow the instructions with your kit.

Send it to the lab

• Activate your kit before sending your sample back to the lab.
• Place the prepaid label on the return package supplied containing your sample, and drop it off at the post office.

Get Your Results

• Once the lab receives your sample, they will begin to process it.
• Your results will be ready 2-3 days afterwards.
• Log in to your account to view your results.

What happens after I get my results?

You will get a personalised report

• An easy-to-interpret test report will provide a breakdown of your results, what they mean and the next steps.
• Reports will be emailed to the email address provided at the time of registration.
• Where necessary, if treatment is recommended, you can then share your report with your doctor to get prescription-based high-dose vitamin D booster regimen, or an over-the-counter vitamin D supplementation recommendation depending on the severity of the deficiency, or to optimise your levels.

Pharmacist FAQs Answered

Why should teens and adults test Vitamin D from home?

Home Vitamin D testing is required, as many people are unaware they are deficient until they begin exhibiting signs of it. Teens, adults, and kids can also be deficient in vitamin D due to staying indoors, using sunscreen, or consuming inadequate levels of vitamin D-recommended foods. Low levels are associated with fatigue, muscle weakness, bone pain, and impaired immune response. Home testing is quick, discreet, and easy. It enables you to take responsibility for your health without initially having to make an appointment with your GP. If you're low in vitamin D, you can increase your levels by taking supplements, sunlight, or food. Being aware of your status avoids long-term issues such as brittle bones or mood disorders.

Can I take the test if I'm already taking vitamin D supplements, though?

Yes, but timing. If you're on a vitamin D supplement, it can affect your test by having more in your body. If your intention is to test and determine if your supplement is effective, continue taking it as usual and monitor your levels to track the results. But suppose you are checking your baseline vitamin D (without the effects of supplements). In that case, it is usually a good idea to stop supplements for a couple of days before checking, but only if your physician or pharmacist tells you that it is safe to do so. Never stop taking prescribed supplements without speaking with a physician. Your test result will show whether your current intake is adequate, deficient, or toxic.

Is the Randox test kit suitable for children or the elderly?

The Randox Vitamin D Home Test is not suitable for general use by all adults but can be used by older teenagers and older individuals in specific cases, such as with the support of a caregiver or parent. A urine sample is needed for the test, which is generally easier than a blood sample. However, children under the age of 16 are not supposed to utilize this kit without consulting a doctor. Older individuals may gain the most from testing, since vitamin D deficiency does rise with age. If you want to test a younger one or an older one than the average range for adults, see a doctor or pharmacist.

What could affect one's vitamin D even when I am healthy?

Even when you are just fine, your vitamin D can remain low. This is because of things that you might not even know about on a day-to-day basis. These include, like how much sunlight you get (especially in winter), your skin colour (dark skin needs more sunlight), how much sunscreen you use, your weight, what you eat, and even certain medications. You may not initially feel sick, but low levels of vitamin D can eventually lead to health issues such as fatigue, muscle pain, or persistent illness. A home test will be able to identify low levels early so you can take action before symptoms occur.

How frequently would I have to test my vitamin D level at home?

Generally, most people only need to test their vitamin D level every one or two years. Testing during late winter or early spring is a good time, when your levels will probably be lowest after several months of little sun. If you are taking vitamin D tablets or have an absorption disorder (e.g., gastrointestinal disease), testing every 3 to 6 months may help monitor your progress. Always follow up on your report or contact your pharmacist. Too much testing is usually not needed unless you are on a high-dose regimen or have a medical issue related to bone, immune, or mood health.

What if the test shows low vitamin D levels?

If your test shows you have low vitamin D, do not panic. Many people can self-treat a daily supplement from a pharmacy. Your test result will advise you on how much supplement to take—low, medium, or high dose. If it's worse, you could get prescribed a higher, only-with-a-prescription dose by a doctor. You can also supplement foods rich in vitamin D, like salmon, tuna, liver, eggs, and fortified cereals. Additional sun exposure (safely) can also work, especially in the spring and summer. Re-test a few months down the line and notice how the levels have increased.

Will the test results be accurate and safe to rely on to decide on treatment?

Yes, Randox uses proven laboratory testing methods to provide accurate and safe results. The test is conducted in a certified laboratory, and trained professionals verify your results. Accuracy is as good as if you had been tested at a GP surgery or clinic. Having said that, if your result is very low or very high, then it is still worth talking to your doctor before taking high-strength supplements. The report you receive makes your levels easy to understand and provides clear guidance on the next steps to take. You can safely use the information to look after your health and discuss with a doctor whether treatment is necessary.