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Vitamin D Deficiency — a silent epidemic
Deficiency of Vitamin D is known to cause muscle weakness, pains, rickets, osteoporosis and osteomalacia. Recent studies have also linked deficiency with a wider range of health concerns beyond bone disease.
Vitamin D Deficiency tests
| System | Tests Done |
|---|---|
| Vitamin Assessment | Vitamin D |
Known effects of Vitamin D deficiency
Vitamin D deficiency can cause muscle weakness, pains, rickets, osteoporosis and osteomalacia.
Wider associations suggested by recent studies
Deficiency may also be associated with diseases of the brain (schizophrenia, depression), immune system (Type II diabetes, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, weakened response to fight tuberculosis, influenza and other infections), lungs (asthma), circulatory system (high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, paralytic strokes) and cancer (possibly associated with a variety of cancers, including colon, prostate and ovarian).
Why testing matters
Because Vitamin D deficiency is common and often overlooked, laboratory testing helps detect low levels early so your physician can guide supplementation and follow-up.
How to prepare & what to expect
- Consult your physician if you have bone pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, or related concerns.
- Contact our front office to book the Vitamin D test or a related health profile.
- Share your report with your physician for interpretation and further advice.