Vitamin D Test Kit

The Vitamin D Test Kit works by measuring the amount of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (calcifediol) in your blood to determine your vitamin D levels. As a result, the Kit can tell you whether you have healthy vitamin D levels, or if you have vitamin D insufficiency or deficiency.

A summary of how to use the Vitamin D Test Kit:

1. Wash your hands in warm water for 4 minutes and then dry them.
2. Use the lancet provided to prick your finger and collect a blood sample.
3. Post your sample to our accredited partner laboratory using the pre-paid envelope included with your Kit.

Full instructions are provided with your Vitamin D Test Kit, which you should read thoroughly before use to ensure the best results.

The Vitamin D Test Kit comes with:

1x Sample collection booklet.
1x Test request form.
1x Blood collection vial.
1x Blood collection vial transport clamshell.
2x Blood vial labels.
3x Lancets.
2x Saline wipes.
2x Plasters.
1x Prepaid postage return-to-lab envelope.

The Vitamin D Test Kit also includes a free review from a clinician who will personally check your results to make sure they’re normal. They will give feedback based on the outcome of your test and, if necessary, organise a free phone consultation with you to discuss your results in further detail.

Vitamin D is vital for maintaining healthy bones and muscle function. Therefore, it’s a good idea for every adult to have a vitamin D test so that they are: (1) are aware of their vitamin D levels, and (2) know whether they need to adopt specific measures to maintain healthy vitamin D levels (e.g. take a vitamin D supplement).

According to Public Health England (PHE), certain people are at greater “risk” of having low vitamin D levels. These people include:

• Those who spend a lot of time indoors.
• Older people.
• Those with darker skin.
• Those who cover most of their skin when outside.

PHE recommends that these people take a vitamin D supplement all year round to maintain healthy vitamin D levels.

If you are unsure about whether you need a vitamin D supplement or not, The Vitamin D Test Kit can measure your vitamin D levels to determine if you might benefit from taking a vitamin D supplement, too.

You should receive your results three to five working days after you post your samples. Your results will arrive via email, so keep an eye on your inbox so you don’t miss them.

You will also have access to your results on your Numan Account. These can be viewed whenever you wish to help you track your progress over time.

Our blood test results are easy to understand and any readings that aren’t optimal will be highlighted clearly. Your results will also be reviewed by a clinician who can offer feedback and advice based on the outcome of your test.

Once you receive your results, a clinician will give you feedback related to your test. Please note that our clinicians personally review each test, so please allow some time for their feedback to come through. When it does, you’ll be able to use their guidance to make lifestyle choices that help to optimise your vitamin D levels.

Each blood sample is carefully processed by County Pathology: a fully accredited, MHRA approved UK laboratory.

If you have low vitamin D levels, you may benefit from taking a vitamin D supplement. A vitamin D supplement (such as Vitamin D Boost) can help you to maintain healthy vitamin D levels throughout the year.

Public Health England (PHE) recommends that everyone considers taking a daily 400IU (10mg) vitamin D supplement in Autumn and Winter, as there tends to be less sunlight during these months. According to PHE, products providing up to 25 micrograms (1000 IU) are suitable for everyone.

Further, PHE also advises those at a higher risk of having low vitamin D levels to consider taking a vitamin D supplement the whole year round. These people include:

• Those who spend a lot of time indoors.
• Older people.
• Those with darker skin.
• Those who cover most of their skin when outside.

The most effective way to know if you have low vitamin D levels is to have a blood test. The Vitamin D Test Kit tells you if you have healthy vitamin D levels, and can also indicate if you are likely to benefit from taking a vitamin D supplement.

Every Test Kit includes a free review from a clinician. If you have low vitamin D levels, the clinician will be able to give you health and lifestyle advice to help you optimise your vitamin D levels via a free phone consultation.