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Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrition Testing

Explore laboratory testing for common vitamins, minerals, iron status, and nutritional biomarkers, including preparation and specimen considerations.

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1Start with contextUse the topic overview to understand which tests answer which questions.
2Check preparationFasting, timing, medications, supplements, and specimen type can matter for selected tests.
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Which vitamin deficiencies can be evaluated with blood tests?

Common examples include vitamin D, vitamin B12, and folate. Other nutrient tests may be available when clinically appropriate.

Is ferritin a vitamin test?

No. Ferritin is a protein related to iron storage, but it is commonly grouped with nutritional and iron-status testing.

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