Ulta Lab Tests

Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehen

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency Comprehensive Lab Panel includes 40 tests and 134 biomarkers to review vitamin status, mineral balance, iron storage, anemia patterns, B-vitamin function, methylation, bone-mineral balance, protein nutrition, trace elements, inflammation, liver and bile flow, kidney and urine health, metabolic wellness, and nutrient-related fatigue. Includes vitamin D, A, B1, B6, B12, folate, magnesium, zinc, copper, selenium, iodine, ferritin, and more.

Urine, Serum, Blood, Plasma-Unspecified Vial Pour, Stool/Feces, Other, Random
Phlebotomist
Comprehensive Nutrient Panel, Vitamin Deficiency Lab Panel, Mineral Deficiency Blood Test, Nutrient Deficiency Panel, Advanced Vitamin Mineral Panel, Full Nutrient Status Test, Comprehensive Wellness Nutrient Panel, Micronutrient Deficiency Panel,

The following is a list of what is included in the item above. Click the test(s) below to view what biomarkers are measured along with an explanation of what the biomarker is measuring.

Also known as: Microalbumin Random Urine with Creatinine

Creatinine, Random Urine

Microalbumin

Microalbumin/Creatinine

Also known as: Bilirubin Fractionated

Bilirubin, Direct

Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment found in bile, a fluid made by the liver. A small amount of older red blood cells are replaced by new blood cells every day. Bilirubin is left after these older blood cells are removed. The liver helps break down bilirubin so that it can be removed from the body in the stool.

Bilirubin, Indirect

Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment found in bile, a fluid made by the liver. A small amount of older red blood cells are replaced by new blood cells every day. Bilirubin is left after these older blood cells are removed. The liver helps break down bilirubin so that it can be removed from the body in the stool.

Bilirubin, Total

Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment found in bile, a fluid made by the liver. A small amount of older red blood cells are replaced by new blood cells every day. Bilirubin is left after these older blood cells are removed. The liver helps break down bilirubin so that it can be removed from the body in the stool.

Also known as: Calcium Ionized

Calcium, Ionized

You have more calcium in your body than any other mineral. Calcium has many important jobs. The body stores more than 99 percent of its calcium in the bones and teeth to help make and keep them strong. The rest is throughout the body in blood, muscle and the fluid between cells. Your body needs calcium to help muscles and blood vessels contract and expand, to secrete hormones and enzymes and to send messages through the nervous system.

Also known as: CBC, CBC includes Differential and Platelets, CBC/PLT w/DIFF, Complete Blood Count (includes Differential and Platelets)

NOTE: Ulta Lab Tests provides CBC test results from Quest Diagnostics as they are reported. Often, different biomarker results are made available at different time intervals. When reporting the results, Ulta Lab Tests denotes those biomarkers not yet reported as 'pending' for every biomarker the test might report. Only biomarkers Quest Diagnostics observes are incorporated and represented in the final CBC test results provided by Ulta Lab Tests.

Absolute Band Neutrophils (Only Reported If Detected)

Immature forms of neutrophils are called neutrophilic band cells. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection. Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream to travel to wherever they are needed. Large numbers of immature forms of neutrophils, called neutrophilic band cells, are produced by the bone marrow when the demand is high.

Absolute Basophils

Basophils normally constitute 1% or less of the total white blood cell count but may increase or decrease in certain diseases and are thought to be involved in allergic reactions.

Absolute Blasts (Only Reported If Detected)

Blasts are immature forms of white blood cells.

Absolute Eosinophils

Eosinophils (eos) respond to infections caused by parasites and play a role in allergic reactions (hypersensitivities)

Absolute Lymphocytes

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that exist in both the blood and the lymphatic system. They are divided into three types. The B lymphocytes (B cells) are antibody-producing cells that are essential for acquired, antigen-specific immune responses. The second type are T lymphocytes (T cells) some T cells help the body distinguish between "self" and "non-self" antigens while others initiate and control the extent of an immune response, boosting it as needed and then slowing it as the condition resolves. Other types of T cells directly attack and neutralize virus-infected or cancerous cells. The third type are natural killer cells (NK cells) that directly attack and kill abnormal cells such as cancer cells or those infected with a virus.

Absolute Metamyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Metamyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Absolute Monocytes

Monocytes (mono), similar to neutrophils, move to an area of infection and engulf and destroy bacteria. They are associated more often with chronic rather than acute infections. They are also involved in tissue repair and other functions involving the immune system.

Absolute Myelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Myelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Absolute Neutrophils

Neutrophils (neu) normally make up the largest number of circulating WBCs. They move into an area of damaged or infected tissue, where they engulf and destroy bacteria or sometimes fungi. Young neutrophils, recently released into circulation, are called bands.

Absolute Nucleated Rbc (Only Reported If Detected)

Nucleated Red Blood Cells (nRBC) ) the presence of NRBCs in the adult blood is usually associated with malignant neoplasms, bone marrow diseases, and other serious disorders.

Absolute Promyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Promyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Band Neutrophils (Only Reported If Detected)

Immature forms of neutrophils are called neutrophilic band cells. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection. Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream to travel to wherever they are needed. Large numbers of immature forms of neutrophils, called neutrophilic band cells, are produced by the bone marrow when the demand is high.

Basophils

Basophils normally constitute 1% or less of the total white blood cell count but may increase or decrease in certain diseases and are thought to be involved in allergic reactions.

Blasts (Only Reported If Detected)

Blasts are immature forms of white blood cells.

Eosinophils

Eosinophils are specialized white blood cells produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream, where they normally make up only 0–6 % of circulating leukocytes. Their cytoplasm is packed with reddish‑orange granules that contain potent enzymes (e.g., major basic protein, eosinophil cationic protein) and inflammatory mediators. When the immune system detects large, multicellular invaders—such as helminth (worm) parasites—eosinophils migrate out of the blood and surround the pathogen, releasing these granule contents to damage the parasite’s outer surface and aid its destruction. Beyond parasite defense, eosinophils act as key orchestras of the allergic response. They accumulate in tissues exposed to allergens (airways in asthma, skin in eczema, GI tract in eosinophilic esophagitis) and secrete cytokines and lipid mediators that amplify inflammation, recruit additional immune cells, and contribute to symptoms like swelling, mucus production, and itching. Because of this pro‑inflammatory role, persistently elevated eosinophil counts—termed eosinophilia—can signal allergic disorders, drug hypersensitivity, or certain autoimmune and malignant conditions. Conversely, counts drop toward zero after glucocorticoid therapy or in acute stress states, reflecting the cells’ sensitivity to hormonal and immune regulation.

Hematocrit

Hematocrit is a blood test that measures the percentage of the volume of whole blood that is made up of red blood cells. This measurement depends on the number of red blood cells and the size of red blood cells.

Hemoglobin

Serum hemoglobin is a blood test that measures the level of free hemoglobin in the liquid part of the blood (the serum). Free hemoglobin is the hemoglobin outside of the red blood cells. Most of the hemoglobin is found inside the red blood cells, not in the serum.

Lymphocytes

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that exist in both the blood and the lymphatic system. They are divided into three types. The B lymphocytes (B cells) are antibody-producing cells that are essential for acquired, antigen-specific immune responses. The second type are T lymphocytes (T cells) some T cells help the body distinguish between "self" and "non-self" antigens while others initiate and control the extent of an immune response, boosting it as needed and then slowing it as the condition resolves. Other types of T cells directly attack and neutralize virus-infected or cancerous cells. The third type are natural killer cells (NK cells) that directly attack and kill abnormal cells such as cancer cells or those infected with a virus.

MCH

Mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH) is a calculation of the average amount of oxygen-carrying hemoglobin inside a red blood cell.

MCHC

Mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC) is a calculation of the average percentage of hemoglobin inside a red cell.

MCV

Mean corpuscular volume (MCV) is a measurement of the average size of RBCs.

Metamyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Metamyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Monocytes

Monocytes (mono), similar to neutrophils, move to an area of infection and engulf and destroy bacteria. They are associated more often with chronic rather than acute infections. They are also involved in tissue repair and other functions involving the immune system.

MPV

Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) - When it indicates average size of platelets are small; older platelets are generally smaller than younger ones and a low MPV may mean that a condition is affecting the production of platelets by the bone marrow. When it indicates a high number of larger, younger platelets in the blood; this may be due to the bone marrow producing and releasing platelets rapidly into circulation.

Myelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Myelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Neutrophils

Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection. Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream to travel to wherever they are needed.

Nucleated Rbc (Only Reported If Detected)

Nucleated Red Blood Cells (nRBC) ) the presence of NRBCs in the adult blood is usually associated with malignant neoplasms, bone marrow diseases, and other serious disorders.

Platelet Count

A platelet count is a test to measure how many platelets you have in your blood. Platelets help the blood clot. They are smaller than red or white blood cells.

Promyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Promyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

RDW

Red cell distribution width (RDW), which may be included in a CBC, is a calculation of the variation in the size of RBCs.

Reactive Lymphocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that exist in both the blood and the lymphatic system. They are divided into three types. The B lymphocytes (B cells) are antibody-producing cells that are essential for acquired, antigen-specific immune responses. The second type are T lymphocytes (T cells) some T cells help the body distinguish between "self" and "non-self" antigens while others initiate and control the extent of an immune response, boosting it as needed and then slowing it as the condition resolves. Other types of T cells directly attack and neutralize virus-infected or cancerous cells. The third type are natural killer cells (NK cells) that directly attack and kill abnormal cells such as cancer cells or those infected with a virus.

Red Blood Cell Count

An RBC count is a blood test that tells how many red blood cells (RBCs) you have. RBCs contain hemoglobin, which carries oxygen. How much oxygen your body tissues get depends on how many RBCs you have and how well they work.

White Blood Cell Count

A WBC count is a test to measure the number of white blood cells (WBCs) in the blood. WBCs help fight infections. They are also called leukocytes. There are five major types of white blood cells: basophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes (T cells and B cells), monocytes and neutrophils

Also known as: Celiac Panel

Immunoglobulin A

Interpretation

Tissue Transglutaminase

Tissue Transglutaminase

Also known as: Copper Oxide, Wilson's Disease

Ceruloplasmin

Ceruloplasmin is a copper-containing protein. Lower-than-normal ceruloplasmin levels may be due to: chronic liver disease, intestinal malabsorption, malnutrition, nephrotic syndrome and Wilson's copper storage disease (rare). Higher-than-normal ceruloplasmin levels may be due to: acute and chronic infections, lymphoma, pregnancy, rheumatoid arthritis and use of birth control pills.

Also known as: Chem 12, Chemistry Panel, Chemistry Screen, CMP, Complete Metabolic Panel, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel CMP, SMA 12, SMA 20

Albumin

Albumin is a protein made by the liver. A serum albumin test measures the amount of this protein in the clear liquid portion of the blood.

Albumin/Globulin Ratio

The ratio of albumin to globulin (A/G ratio) is calculated from measured albumin and calculated globulin (total protein - albumin). Normally, there is a little more albumin than globulins, giving a normal A/G ratio of slightly over 1. Because disease states affect the relative amounts of albumin and globulin, the A/G ratio may provide a clue as to the cause of the change in protein levels. A low A/G ratio may reflect overproduction of globulins, such as seen in multiple myeloma or autoimmune diseases, or underproduction of albumin, such as may occur with cirrhosis, or selective loss of albumin from the circulation, as may occur with kidney disease (nephrotic syndrome). A high A/G ratio suggests underproduction of immunoglobulins as may be seen in some genetic deficiencies and in some leukemias. More specific tests, such as liver enzyme tests and serum protein electrophoresis, must be performed to make an accurate diagnosis. With a low total protein that is due to plasma expansion (dilution of the blood), the A/G ratio will typically be normal because both albumin and globulin will be diluted to the same extent.

Alkaline Phosphatase

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is a protein found in all body tissues. Tissues with higher amounts of ALP include the liver, bile ducts, and bone.

Alt

Alanine transaminase (ALT) is an enzyme found in the highest amounts in the liver. Injury to the liver results in release of the substance into the blood.

AST

AST (aspartate aminotransferase) is an enzyme found in high amounts in liver, heart, and muscle cells. It is also found in lesser amounts in other tissues.

Bilirubin, Total

Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment found in bile, a fluid made by the liver. A small amount of older red blood cells are replaced by new blood cells every day. Bilirubin is left after these older blood cells are removed. The liver helps break down bilirubin so that it can be removed from the body in the stool.

Bun/Creatinine Ratio

A ratio between a person’s BUN and blood creatinine to help determine what is causing these concentrations to be higher than normal. The ratio of BUN to creatinine is usually between 10:1 and 20:1. An increased ratio may be due to a condition that causes a decrease in the flow of blood to the kidneys, such as congestive heart failure or dehydration. It may also be seen with increased protein, from gastrointestinal bleeding, or increased protein in the diet. The ratio may be decreased with liver disease (due to decrease in the formation of urea) and malnutrition.

Calcium

You have more calcium in your body than any other mineral. Calcium has many important jobs. The body stores more than 99 percent of its calcium in the bones and teeth to help make and keep them strong. The rest is throughout the body in blood, muscle and the fluid between cells. Your body needs calcium to help muscles and blood vessels contract and expand, to secrete hormones and enzymes and to send messages through the nervous system.

Carbon Dioxide

CO2 is carbon dioxide. Measures the amount of carbon dioxide in the liquid part of your blood, called the serum. In the body, most of the CO2 is in the form of a substance called bicarbonate (HCO3-). Therefore, the CO2 blood test is really a measure of your blood bicarbonate level.

Chloride

Chloride is a type of electrolyte. It works with other electrolytes such as potassium, sodium, and carbon dioxide (CO2). These substances help keep the proper balance of body fluids and maintain the body's acid-base balance. This is a measure of the amount of chloride in the fluid portion (serum) of the blood.

Creatinine

The creatinine blood test measures the level of creatinine in the blood. This test is done to see how well your kidneys work.

Egfr African American

Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a test used to check how well the kidneys are working. Specifically, it estimates how much blood passes through the glomeruli each minute. Glomeruli are the tiny filters in the kidneys that filter waste from the blood.

Egfr Non-Afr. American

Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a test used to check how well the kidneys are working. Specifically, it estimates how much blood passes through the glomeruli each minute. Glomeruli are the tiny filters in the kidneys that filter waste from the blood.

GFR-AFRICAN AMERICAN

GFR-NON AFRICAN AMERICAN

Globulin

Globulins is the collective term for most blood proteins other than albumin. Identifying the types of globulins can help diagnose certain disorders. Globulins are roughly divided into three groups: alpha, beta, and gamma globulins. Gamma globulines include various types of antibodies such as immunoglobulins (Ig) M, G, and A.

Glucose

A blood glucose test measures the amount of a sugar called glucose in a sample of your blood. Glucose is a major source of energy for most cells of the body, including those in the brain. The hormones insulin and glucagon help control blood glucose levels.

Potassium

Potassium is a mineral that the body needs to work normally. It helps nerves and muscles communicate. It also helps move nutrients into cells and waste products out of cells. A diet rich in potassium helps to offset some of sodium's harmful effects on blood pressure.

Protein, Total

The total protein is the total amount of two classes of proteins, albumin and globulin that are found in the fluid portion of your blood. Proteins are important parts of all cells and tissues. Your albumin helps prevent fluid from leaking out of blood vessels and your globulins are an important part of your immune system.

Sodium

Sodium is a substance that the body needs to work properly it is vital to normal body processes, including nerve and muscle function

Urea Nitrogen (Bun)

BUN stands for blood urea nitrogen. Urea nitrogen is what forms when protein breaks down. BUN measures the amount of urea nitrogen in the blood.

Copper

CYSTATIN C

eGFR

Also known as: Fecal Fat Qualitative

Fecal Fat, Qualitative

STATUS:

Ferritin

Ferritin is a protein found inside cells that stores iron so your body can use it later. A ferritin test indirectly measures the amount of iron in your blood. The amount of ferritin in your blood (serum ferritin level) is directly related to the amount of iron stored in your body.

Also known as: Folate RBC, Folic Acid, Red Cell Folate

Folate, Rbc

Also known as: Gamma Glutamyl Transferase GGT, Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase, Gamma-Glutamyl Transpeptidase, Gamma-GT, GGTP, GTP

Ggt

Gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT) is a test to measure the amount of the enzyme GGT in the blood.

Also known as: A1c, Glycated Hemoglobin, Glycohemoglobin, Glycosylated Hemoglobin, HA1c, HbA1c, Hemoglobin A1c, Hemoglobin A1c HgbA1C, Hgb A1c

HEMOGLOBIN A1C

The A1c test evaluates the average amount of glucose in the blood over the last 2 to 3 months. It does this by measuring the concentration of glycated (also often called glycosylated) hemoglobin A1c. Hemoglobin is an oxygen-transporting protein found inside red blood cells (RBCs). There are several types of normal hemoglobin, but the predominant form – about 95-98% – is hemoglobin A. As glucose circulates in the blood, some of it spontaneously binds to hemoglobin A. The hemoglobin molecules with attached glucose are called glycated hemoglobin. The higher the concentration of glucose in the blood, the more glycated hemoglobin is formed. Once the glucose binds to the hemoglobin, it remains there for the life of the red blood cell – normally about 120 days. The predominant form of glycated hemoglobin is referred to as HbA1c or A1c. A1c is produced on a daily basis and slowly cleared from the blood as older RBCs die and younger RBCs (with non-glycated hemoglobin) take their place. This test is used to monitor treatment in someone who has been diagnosed with diabetes. It helps to evaluate how well their glucose levels have been controlled by treatment over time. This test may be used to screen for and diagnose diabetes or risk of developing diabetes. In 2010, clinical practice guidelines from the American Diabetes Association (ADA) stated that A1c may be added to fasting plasma glucose (FPG) and oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) as an option for diabetes screening and diagnosis. For monitoring purposes, an A1c of less than 7% indicates good glucose control and a lower risk of diabetic complications for the majority of diabetics. However, in 2012, the ADA and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) issued a position statement recommending that the management of glucose control in type 2 diabetes be more "patient-centered." Data from recent studies have shown that low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) can cause complications and that people with risk of severe hypoglycemia, underlying health conditions, complications, and a limited life expectancy do not necessarily benefit from having a stringent goal of less than 7% for their A1c. The statement recommends that people work closely with their doctor to select a goal that reflects each person's individual health status and that balances risks and benefits.

Also known as: Homocysteine, Homocysteine Cardiovascular

HOMOCYSTEINE,

Also known as: C-Reactive Protein, Cardio CRP, Cardio hs-CRP, CRP, High Sensitivity CRP, High-sensitivity C-reactive Protein, High-sensitivity CRP, Highly Sensitive CRP, hsCRP, Ultra-sensitive CRP

Hs Crp

A high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) test may be used by itself, in combination with other cardiac risk markers, or in combination with a lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2) test that evaluates vascular inflammation. The hs-CRP test accurately detects low concentrations of C-reactive protein to help predict a healthy person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). High-sensitivity CRP is promoted by some as a test for determining a person's risk level for CVD, heart attacks, and strokes. The current thinking is that hs-CRP can play a role in the evaluation process before a person develops one of these health problems.

Also known as: Iodine SerumPlasma, Iodine, Serum

Iodine, Serum/Plasma

Also known as: Iron and TIBC, Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity TIBC, TIBC

% Saturation

Iron Binding Capacity

Total iron binding capacity (TIBC) is a blood test to see if you may have too much or too little iron in the blood. Iron moves through the blood attached to a protein called transferrin. This test helps your doctor know how well that protein can carry iron in the blood.

Iron, Total

Iron is a mineral that our bodies need for many functions. For example, iron is part of hemoglobin, a protein which carries oxygen from our lungs throughout our bodies. It helps our muscles store and use oxygen. Iron is also part of many other proteins and enzymes. Your body needs the right amount of iron. If you have too little iron, you may develop iron deficiency anemia. Causes of low iron levels include blood loss, poor diet, or an inability to absorb enough iron from foods. People at higher risk of having too little iron are young children and women who are pregnant or have periods.

Magnesium

Also known as: Magnesium RBC

Magnesium, Rbc

About half of the body's magnesium is found in bone. The other half is found inside cells of body tissues and organs. Magnesium is needed for nearly all chemical processes in the body. It helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function, and keeps the bones strong. Magnesium is also needed for the heart to function normally and to help regulate blood pressure. Magnesium also helps the body control blood sugar level and helps support the body's defense (immune) system.

Methylmalonic Acid

Also known as: Inorganic Phosphate, P, Phosphate as Phosphorus, Phosphorus, PO4

Phosphate (As Phosphorus)

This test is performed to see how much phosphorus in your blood. Kidney, liver, and certain bone diseases can cause abnormal phosphorus levels.

Also known as: Thyroxine Binding Prealbumin, Thyroxine-binding Prealbumin, Transthyretin

Prealbumin

Prealbumin, also called transthyretin, is one of the major proteins in the blood and is produced primarily by the liver. Its functions are to carry thyroxine (the main thyroid hormone) and vitamin A throughout the body. This test measures the level of prealbumin in the blood.

Also known as: "Biointact" PTH and Calcium, Intact PTH and Calcium, Parathyroid Hormone and Calcium, PTH and Calcium, PTH Intact and Calcium

Calcium

You have more calcium in your body than any other mineral. Calcium has many important jobs. The body stores more than 99 percent of its calcium in the bones and teeth to help make and keep them strong. The rest is throughout the body in blood, muscle and the fluid between cells. Your body needs calcium to help muscles and blood vessels contract and expand, to secrete hormones and enzymes and to send messages through the nervous system.

PARATHYROID HORMONE,

PTH stands for parathyroid hormone. It is a protein hormone released by the parathyroid gland. Parathyroid hormone controls calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D levels in the blood and bone. Release of PTH is controlled by the level of calcium in the blood. Low blood calcium levels cause increased PTH to be released, while high blood calcium levels block PTH release.

Vitamin D, 25-Oh, D2

Vitamin D2 ((ergocalciferol,) is found in fortified foods and in most vitamin preparations and supplements. Vitamin D comes from two sources: endogenous, which is produced in the skin on exposure to sunlight, and exogenous, which is ingested in foods and supplements. The D2 form is found in fortified foods and in most vitamin preparations and supplements. Vitamin D2 is effective when it is converted by the liver and the kidney into the active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D.

Vitamin D, 25-Oh, D3

Vitamin D3 (cholecalcifero) which comes from animals. Vitamin D comes from two sources: endogenous, which is produced in the skin on exposure to sunlight, and exogenous, which is ingested in foods and supplements. Vitamin D3 is the form produced in the body and is also used in some supplements. Vitamin D3 are is converted by the liver and the kidney into the active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D.

Vitamin D, 25-Oh, Total

Vitamin D comes from two sources: endogenous, which is produced in the skin on exposure to sunlight, and exogenous, which is ingested in foods and supplements. The chemical structures of the types of vitamin D are slightly different, and they are named vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol, which comes from plants) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol, which comes from animals). The D2 form is found in fortified foods and in most vitamin preparations and supplements. Vitamin D3 is the form produced in the body and is also used in some supplements. Vitamin D2 and D3 are equally effective when they are converted by the liver and the kidney into the active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D.

Reticulocyte Count,

A reticulocyte count measures the percentage of reticulocytes (slightly immature red blood cells) in the blood. The test is done to determine if red blood cells are being created in the bone marrow at an appropriate rate. The number of reticulocytes in the blood is a sign of how quickly they are being produced and released by the bone marrow.

Reticulocyte, Absolute

A reticulocyte count measures the percentage of reticulocytes (slightly immature red blood cells) in the blood. The test is done to determine if red blood cells are being created in the bone marrow at an appropriate rate. The number of reticulocytes in the blood is a sign of how quickly they are being produced and released by the bone marrow.

Selenium

Transferrin

Transferrin is a direct measure of the iron binding capacity and is useful in assessing iron balance, iron deficiency and overload.

Also known as: UA, Complete, Urinalysis UA Complete, Urine Analysis, Complete

Amorphous Sediment (Only Reported If Detected)

Appearance

Bacteria

Bacteria are living things that have only one cell. Most bacteria won't hurt you - less than 1 percent of the different types make people sick. Many are helpful. Some bacteria help to digest food, destroy disease-causing cells, and give the body needed vitamins. But infectious bacteria can make you ill. They reproduce quickly in your body. Many give off chemicals called toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Examples of bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli.

Bilirubin

Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment found in bile, a fluid made by the liver. A small amount of older red blood cells are replaced by new blood cells every day. Bilirubin is left after these older blood cells are removed. The liver helps break down bilirubin so that it can be removed from the body in the stool.

Calcium Oxalate Crystals (Only Reported If Detected)

Calcium oxalate is a chemical compound that forms envelope-shaped crystals. A major constituent of human kidney stones.

Casts (Only Reported If Detected)

Urinary casts are cylindrical structures produced by the kidney and present in the urine in certain disease states. They form in the distal convoluted tubule and collecting ducts of nephrons, then dislodge and pass into the urine, where they can be detected by microscopy.

Color

Crystals (Only Reported If Detected)

Abnormal crystals may appear in urine as a result of pathology or due to normal catabolism

Glucose

A blood glucose test measures the amount of a sugar called glucose in a sample of your blood. Glucose is a major source of energy for most cells of the body, including those in the brain. The hormones insulin and glucagon help control blood glucose levels.

Granular Cast (Only Reported If Detected)

The second-most common type of cast, granular casts can result either from the breakdown of cellular casts or the inclusion of aggregates of plasma proteins (e.g., albumin) or immunoglobulin light chains. Depending on the size of inclusions, they can be classified as fine or coarse, though the distinction has no diagnostic significance. Their appearance is generally more cigar-shaped and of a higher refractive index than hyaline casts. While most often indicative of chronic renal disease, these casts, as with hyaline casts, can also be seen for a short time following strenuous exercise

Hyaline Cast

Urinary casts are tiny tube-shaped particles. Urinary casts may be made up of white blood cells, red blood cells, kidney cells, or substances such as protein or fat. The most common type of cast, hyaline casts are solidified Tamm-Horsfall mucoprotein secreted from the tubular epithelial cells of individual nephrons. Low urine flow, concentrated urine, or an acidic environment can contribute to the formation of hyaline casts, and, as such, they may be seen in normal individuals in dehydration or vigorous exercise. Hyaline casts are cylindrical and clear, with a low refractive index,

Ketones

Ketones are substances produced in the liver when fat cells break down in the blood. A serum ketone test is a measurement of how many ketones are in the blood.

Leukocyte Esterase

Leukocyte esterase is a urine test to look for white blood cells and other signs associated with infection.

Nitrite

Occult Blood

The test looks for hidden (occult) blood in a specimen sample. It can find blood even if you cannot see it yourself.

Ph

Level of acid

Protein

Body fluids contain many different proteins that serve diverse functions such as transport of nutrients, removal of toxins, control of metabolic processes, and defense against invaders. Protein electrophoresis is a method for separating these proteins based on their size and electrical charge. When body fluids are separated by electrophoresis, they form a characteristic pattern of bands of different widths and intensities, reflecting the mixture of proteins present. This pattern is divided into five fractions, called albumin, alpha 1, alpha 2, beta, and gamma. In some cases, the beta fraction is further divided into beta 1 and beta 2. Albumin, which is produced in the liver, accounts for about 60% of the protein in the blood. "Globulins" is a collective term used to refer to proteins other than albumin. With the exception of the immunoglobulins and some complement proteins, most of the globulins are also produced in the liver. Immunofixation electrophoresis (IFE) is a method used to identify abnormal bands seen on serum, urine, or CSF protein electrophoresis, as to which type of antibody (immunoglobulin) is present.

Rbc

RBCs contain hemoglobin, which carries oxygen. How much oxygen your body tissues get depends on how many RBCs you have and how well they work.

Reducing Substances (Only Reported If Detected)

Renal Epithelial Cells (Only Reported If Detected)

Specific Gravity

Squamous Epithelial Cells

Transitional Epithelial (Only Reported If Detected)

Triple Phosphate Crystals (Only Reported If Detected)

Struvite stones (triple phosphate/magnesium ammonium phosphate) - about 10–15% of urinary calculi are composed of struvite (ammonium magnesium phosphate, NH4MgPO4·6H2O).[44] Struvite stones (also known as "infection stones", urease or triple-phosphate stones), form most often in the presence of infection by urea-splitting bacteria

Uric Acid Crystals (Only Reported If Detected)

Abnormal crystals may appear in urine as a result of pathology or due to normal catabolism

WBC

WBCs help fight infections. They are also called leukocytes. There are five major types of white blood cells: basophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes (T cells and B cells), monocytes and neutrophils

YEAST (Only Reported If Detected)

Candida is the scientific name for yeast. It is a fungus that lives almost everywhere, including in your body. Usually, your immune system keeps yeast under control. If you are sick or taking antibiotics, it can multiply and cause an infection.

Also known as: Retinol, Vitamin A, Vitamin A Retinol

Vitamin A

This test measures the level of retinol in the blood; retinol is the primary form of vitamin A in animals. Vitamin A is an essential nutrient required for healthy vision, skin growth and integrity, bone formation, immune function, and embryonic development. It is required to produce photoreceptors in the eyes and to maintain the lining of the surface of the eyes and other mucous membranes. Deficiencies in vitamin A can impair night vision, cause eye damage, and in severe cases lead to blindness. Acute or chronic excesses of vitamin A can be toxic, cause a range of symptoms, and sometimes lead to birth defects. The body cannot make vitamin A and must rely on dietary sources of vitamin A. Meat sources provide vitamin A (as retinol), while vegetable and fruit sources provide carotene (a substance that can be converted into vitamin A by the liver). Vitamin A is stored in the liver and fat tissues (it is fat-soluble), and healthy adults may have as much as a year's worth stored. The body maintains a relatively stable concentration in the blood through a feedback system that releases vitamin A from storage as needed and increases or decreases the efficiency of dietary vitamin A absorption.

Also known as: B1, B1 Vitamin, Thiamine, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B1 Thiamine LCMSMS

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine),

Also known as: Cobalamin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B 12, Vitamin B 12 and Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Cobalamin and Folate Panel Serum, Vitamin B12/Folic Acid

Folate, Serum

Folate is part of the B complex of vitamins and is measures the levels of folate in the liquid portion of the blood, the serum or plasma, to detect deficiencies. Folate is necessary for normal RBC formation, tissue and cellular repair, and DNA synthesis.. A deficiency inr folate can lead to macrocytic anemia. Megaloblastic anemia, a type of macrocytic anemia, is characterized by the production of fewer but larger RBCs called macrocytes, in addition to some cellular changes in the bone marrow.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is part of the B complex of vitamins and measurea the levels of vitamin B12 in the liquid portion of the blood, the serum or plasma, to detect deficiencies. Cobalamine, or vitamin B12, is found in animal products such as red meat, fish, poultry, milk, yogurt, and eggs and is not produced in the human body. In recent years, fortified cereals, breads, and other grain products have also become important dietary sources of B12. Vitamin B12 is necessary for normal RBC formation, tissue and cellular repair, and DNA synthesis. B12 is important for nerve health. A deficiency in B12 can lead to macrocytic anemia. Megaloblastic anemia, a type of macrocytic anemia, is characterized by the production of fewer but larger RBCs called macrocytes, in addition to some cellular changes in the bone marrow. B12 deficiency can lead to varying degrees of neuropathy, nerve damage that can cause tingling and numbness in the affected person's hands and feet.

Also known as: B2, Riboflavin, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B2 Riboflavin Plasma

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin),

Also known as: B3, B3 Vitamin, Niacin, Nicotinamide, Nicotinic acid, Vitamin B3 Nicotinic acid

Nicotinamide

Nicotinic Acid

Also known as: B5 Vitamin, Pantothenic acid, Vitamin B5 Pantothenic Acid

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic

Also known as: B6, B6 Vitamin, Pyridoxal, Pyridoxal Phosphate, Pyridoxal Phosphate (PLP), Vitamin B6 Pyridoxal Phosphate

Vitamin B6

Also known as: Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin C, Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant. It is important for your skin, bones, and connective tissue. It promotes healing and helps the body absorb iron.

Also known as: Alpha-Tocopherol, Vitamin E Tocopherol

Alpha-Tocopherol

Beta-Gamma-Tocopherol

Vitamin K

Vitamin K helps your body by making proteins for healthy bones and tissues. It also makes proteins for blood clotting. If you don't have enough vitamin K, you may bleed too much.

Also known as: ZN, Plasma

Zinc

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The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehen panel contains 40 tests with 136 biomarkers .

Overview

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehensive Lab Panel is designed for people who want a broad lab-based review of biomarkers related to vitamin status, mineral balance, trace elements, iron storage, anemia patterns, B-vitamin function, methylation, bone-mineral balance, protein nutrition, inflammation, liver and bile-flow context, kidney function, urine health, metabolic wellness, and nutrient-related fatigue.

This panel includes 40 tests and 134 biomarkers to support provider-guided conversations about fatigue, low energy, brain fog, muscle symptoms, restricted diets, supplement use, digestive or absorption concerns, iron imbalance, B-vitamin status, vitamin D status, vitamin A status, magnesium status, zinc status, copper balance, selenium, iodine, bone-mineral patterns, kidney safety, liver function, and nutrient balance.

This panel does not diagnose nutrient deficiency, nutrient toxicity, malabsorption, anemia, kidney disease, liver disease, bone disease, thyroid disease, or metabolic disease by itself. Results should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider and interpreted with symptoms, diet history, supplements, medications, digestive symptoms, kidney function, liver function, inflammation, alcohol use, health history, and clinical context.

Why Order This Panel?

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehensive Lab Panel may be helpful for people who want a broader nutrient review than a basic wellness panel.

This panel may help provide insight into:

  • Blood count and anemia-related patterns
  • Iron storage, iron transport, and iron availability
  • Vitamin B12, folate, RBC folate, methylmalonic acid, homocysteine, B1, and B6 patterns
  • Vitamin D and vitamin A status
  • Magnesium, zinc, copper, ceruloplasmin, selenium, and iodine status
  • Calcium, ionized calcium, phosphorus, PTH, and bone-mineral balance
  • Protein nutrition and recovery context with prealbumin
  • Liver and bile-flow markers, including GGT and bilirubin
  • Kidney filtration, urine albumin, and urinalysis findings
  • Inflammation context with hs-CRP
  • Metabolic wellness with A1c and CMP glucose

This Panel May Be Helpful For People With

  • Fatigue or low energy
  • Brain fog or poor focus
  • Muscle cramps or weakness
  • Poor recovery
  • Restricted diet patterns
  • Vegan or vegetarian diet patterns
  • Bariatric surgery history
  • Digestive symptoms with nutrient concerns
  • Iron deficiency or ferritin concerns
  • Anemia-related patterns
  • Low vitamin D, B12, folate, magnesium, zinc, selenium, or iodine concerns
  • Hair, skin, or nail concerns
  • Numbness, tingling, or neuropathy-like symptoms
  • Bone-mineral concerns
  • Supplement monitoring needs
  • Interest in a broad vitamin, mineral, and nutrient status review

Which Tier Is Right for Me?

Essential Lab Panel

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Essential Lab Panel is best for people who want a focused nutrient baseline. It typically reviews CBC, CMP, ferritin, iron/TIBC, vitamin B12/folate, vitamin D, magnesium, zinc, and hs-CRP.

Choose Essential if you want an accessible starting point for common nutrient concerns, fatigue, low energy, iron status, B-vitamin status, vitamin D status, magnesium, zinc, inflammation, and general wellness.

Advanced Lab Panel

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Advanced Lab Panel is best for people who want deeper functional nutrient insight. It may add methylmalonic acid, homocysteine, B1, B6, RBC folate, prealbumin, transferrin, reticulocyte count, calcium, phosphate, PTH, selenium, copper, ceruloplasmin, iodine, GGT, bilirubin, cystatin C, urine albumin, urinalysis, and A1c.

Choose Advanced if you want a stronger review of B-vitamin function, methylation, iron transport, protein nutrition, bone-mineral balance, trace minerals, liver/bile flow, kidney/urine context, and metabolic wellness.

Comprehensive Lab Panel

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehensive Lab Panel includes 40 tests and 134 biomarkers and provides broad coverage of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, iron status, anemia patterns, methylation, bone-mineral balance, protein nutrition, liver function, kidney function, inflammation, urine health, and nutrient-related wellness.

Choose Comprehensive if you want a broad nutrient review without moving into the highest-cost specialty markers included in the Comprehensive Plus tier.

Comprehensive Plus Lab Panel

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehensive Plus Lab Panel is the broadest option. It may include amino acid analysis, carnitine, CoQ10, OMEGACHECK™, total glutathione, pancreatic elastase-1, lipase, expanded B vitamins, fat-soluble vitamins, malabsorption markers, fatty acids, antioxidants, and specialty nutrient markers.

Choose Comprehensive Plus if you want the widest review of vitamin, mineral, amino acid, fatty acid, antioxidant, mitochondrial, malabsorption, liver, kidney, urine, bone-mineral, protein nutrition, and supplement-monitoring biomarkers.

Tests Included and Why They Matter

Core Wellness, Blood Health and Protein Nutrition

CBC, includes Differential and Platelets

The CBC evaluates red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, platelets, and white blood cell types.

This test is included because nutrient imbalance may show up as anemia patterns, immune clues, platelet changes, infection clues, or blood count changes. CBC provides foundational context for iron, B12, folate, reticulocyte count, inflammation, fatigue, and general wellness patterns.

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, CMP

The CMP evaluates glucose, liver enzymes, kidney markers, electrolytes, calcium, albumin, total protein, and other metabolic markers.

This test is included because nutrient status should be interpreted with liver function, kidney function, hydration, glucose, electrolyte balance, calcium, albumin, and protein status. CMP helps place nutrient findings into broader wellness context.

Prealbumin

Prealbumin is a protein nutrition marker.

This test is included because protein intake, absorption, inflammation, and recovery status can affect nutrient balance. Prealbumin may provide context for low intake, malnutrition risk, recovery, chronic illness, or poor nutritional reserve.

hs-CRP

High-sensitivity C-reactive protein is a marker of low-grade inflammation.

This test is included because inflammation can affect interpretation of nutrition-related markers such as ferritin and prealbumin. It also provides general inflammation and cardiometabolic context.

Iron Status, Anemia Context and Red Blood Cell Production

Ferritin

Ferritin measures stored iron.

This test is included because ferritin may provide context for iron storage, fatigue, anemia patterns, inflammation, hair shedding, exercise tolerance, and absorption-related concerns.

Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity, TIBC

Iron and TIBC help evaluate circulating iron and iron transport capacity.

This test is included because iron availability may provide context for anemia, fatigue, low stamina, restless sleep-type symptoms, oxygen delivery, and ferritin interpretation.

Transferrin

Transferrin is an iron transport protein.

This test is included because it adds iron transport and protein nutrition context. It may help support a more complete review of iron status when reviewed with ferritin, iron, TIBC, CBC, and inflammation markers.

Reticulocyte Count

Reticulocytes are young red blood cells.

This test is included because it provides red blood cell production context. It may help support provider-guided review of anemia patterns, recovery from deficiency, or bone marrow response when nutrient-related anemia is being evaluated.

B Vitamins, Methylation and Functional Nutrient Markers

Vitamin B12 and Folate Panel, Serum

This panel measures vitamin B12 and folate.

B12 and folate support red blood cell production, nerve function, DNA synthesis, methylation, cognition, and energy. These markers are useful when fatigue, anemia patterns, brain fog, numbness, tingling, restricted diets, digestive concerns, or metformin use are part of the review.

Folate, RBC

RBC folate may provide longer-term folate status context than serum folate alone.

This test is included because folate supports DNA synthesis, methylation, red blood cell production, pregnancy-related nutrition discussions, and general nutrient balance.

Methylmalonic Acid

Methylmalonic acid, or MMA, is a functional marker related to vitamin B12 status.

This test is included because MMA can provide deeper B12 interpretation when serum B12 is borderline or symptoms suggest B12-related concerns.

Homocysteine

Homocysteine is influenced by vitamin B12, folate, vitamin B6, methylation pathways, kidney function, and vascular health.

This test is included because it provides B-vitamin, methylation, vascular, cognitive, and nutrient balance context.

Vitamin B1, Thiamine, LC/MS/MS

Vitamin B1 supports energy metabolism and nervous system function.

This test is included because thiamine status may be relevant with low intake, alcohol use, bariatric history, malabsorption concerns, fatigue, or neuropathy-like symptoms.

Vitamin B6, Pyridoxal Phosphate

Vitamin B6 supports neurotransmitter pathways, amino acid metabolism, immune function, methylation, and energy metabolism.

This test is included because B6 helps interpret homocysteine and supports nerve, mood, energy, and nutrient balance review.

Fat-Soluble Vitamins and Antioxidant Context

QuestAssureD™ 25-Hydroxyvitamin D, D2, D3, LC/MS/MS

Vitamin D testing measures vitamin D status.

This test is included because vitamin D supports bone, muscle, immune, mood, inflammation, and calcium-balance pathways. It is one of the most commonly reviewed nutrient markers.

Vitamin A, Retinol

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin involved in vision, immune function, skin health, epithelial tissue support, and antioxidant-related pathways.

This test is included because vitamin A may provide fat-soluble vitamin, malabsorption, and supplement-monitoring context.

Minerals, Trace Elements and Bone-Mineral Balance

Magnesium

Magnesium supports muscle function, nerve signaling, glucose metabolism, sleep, blood pressure regulation, and energy production.

This test is included because magnesium status may provide context for cramps, fatigue, sleep disruption, muscle symptoms, and metabolic wellness.

Zinc

Zinc supports immune function, wound healing, thyroid pathways, taste, smell, skin, hair, and antioxidant function.

This test is included because zinc is a key trace mineral for nutrient balance, immune support, skin and hair wellness, and absorption review.

Copper

Copper supports iron metabolism, connective tissue, neurologic function, antioxidant enzyme systems, and cellular function.

This test is included because copper provides mineral-balance context, especially when zinc and iron markers are also measured.

Ceruloplasmin

Ceruloplasmin is a copper-carrying protein.

This test is included because it helps interpret copper status and supports a more complete mineral balance review.

Selenium

Selenium supports thyroid-related pathways and antioxidant systems.

This test is included because selenium may provide thyroid, immune, and antioxidant context.

Iodine, Serum/Plasma

Iodine is a trace element used to make thyroid hormones.

This test is included because iodine may provide thyroid-nutrient context. It should be interpreted carefully because both too little and too much iodine may affect thyroid function.

Calcium, Ionized

Ionized calcium measures active calcium.

This test is included because calcium is important for bone health, muscle contraction, nerve signaling, and mineral balance.

Phosphate, as Phosphorus

Phosphorus supports bone-mineral balance, ATP/energy pathways, kidney function, and vitamin D regulation.

This test is included because it adds bone, kidney, and cellular energy context.

PTH, Intact and Calcium

PTH helps regulate calcium and phosphorus balance.

This test is included because it may provide parathyroid, vitamin D, calcium, phosphorus, bone-mineral, and fatigue-related mineral context.

Liver, Bile Flow, Kidney and Urine Context

Gamma Glutamyl Transferase, GGT

GGT is a liver and bile duct enzyme.

This test is included because it may provide liver, bile-flow, fatty liver, alcohol, medication, supplement, and metabolic context.

Bilirubin, Fractionated

Bilirubin, Fractionated measures total, direct, and indirect bilirubin.

This test is included because bilirubin patterns may provide liver processing and bile-flow context beyond standard liver enzymes.

Cystatin C with eGFR

Cystatin C with eGFR provides kidney filtration context beyond creatinine alone.

This test is included because kidney function may be relevant to medication and supplement safety, nutrient-marker interpretation, metabolic wellness, and long-term health.

Albumin, Random Urine with Creatinine

This urine test evaluates albumin relative to creatinine.

It is included because urine albumin may provide kidney and vascular risk context, especially with metabolic risk, blood pressure concerns, supplement use, or long-term wellness monitoring.

Urinalysis, UA, Complete

Urinalysis evaluates urine markers such as protein, blood, glucose, ketones, specific gravity, pH, and other findings.

This test is included because urine findings may provide hydration, kidney, glucose, ketone, protein, blood, and urine-health context.

Metabolic Context

Hemoglobin A1c

Hemoglobin A1c reflects longer-term blood sugar patterns.

This test is included because metabolic wellness, diet patterns, blood sugar stability, fatigue, and nutrient status often overlap.

Related Biomarker Patterns This Panel May Help Identify

This panel may help identify or support provider-guided review of:

  • CBC and anemia-related patterns
  • Ferritin, iron, TIBC, transferrin, and reticulocyte patterns
  • Vitamin B12, folate, RBC folate, MMA, homocysteine, B1, and B6 patterns
  • Vitamin D and vitamin A status
  • Magnesium, zinc, copper, ceruloplasmin, selenium, and iodine status
  • Calcium, ionized calcium, phosphate, PTH, and bone-mineral patterns
  • GGT, bilirubin, cystatin C, urine albumin, urinalysis, and A1c patterns
  • Protein nutrition and inflammation patterns

Professional Safety and Interpretation Notice

This panel is designed to support vitamin, mineral, and nutrient status review. It does not diagnose nutrient deficiency, nutrient toxicity, malabsorption, anemia, kidney disease, liver disease, bone disease, metabolic disease, or any condition by itself.

Results should be interpreted with a licensed healthcare provider and reviewed alongside symptoms, diet history, supplement use, medication use, digestive symptoms, alcohol use, medical history, inflammation markers, kidney function, liver function, and clinical context.

Do not stop or change medications, supplements, vitamins, minerals, diet plans, or prescribed therapies without guidance from your healthcare provider.

How to Prepare for This Panel

Preparation may vary depending on the specific blood and urine tests included. In general:

  • Follow all blood and urine collection instructions carefully.
  • Bring a list of vitamins, minerals, supplements, medications, protein powders, amino acids, omega supplements, thyroid supplements, and doses.
  • Note symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, cramps, numbness, tingling, hair loss, bruising, poor wound healing, digestive changes, weakness, poor recovery, or diet restrictions.
  • Ask your provider whether any supplements should be paused before testing.
  • Do not delay medical care for severe symptoms, unexplained weight loss, severe abdominal pain, dehydration, or neurologic symptoms.

What Happens After You Receive Your Results?

After results are available, biomarkers can be organized into key categories: blood health, iron status, B-vitamin function, methylation, vitamin status, minerals, trace elements, bone-mineral balance, liver and bile-flow context, kidney and urine health, protein nutrition, inflammation, and metabolic wellness.

During a provider review, you can discuss whether results suggest follow-up testing, nutrition changes, supplement review, medication review, digestive evaluation, kidney or liver follow-up, or additional clinical evaluation.

Additional Panels to Consider

Customers interested in the Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehensive Lab Panel may also consider:

  • Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Essential Lab Panel
  • Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Advanced Lab Panel
  • Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehensive Plus Lab Panel
  • Gut Health, Food Allergy & Nutrient Balance Lab Panel
  • Fatigue, Low Energy & Brain Fog Lab Panel
  • Stress, Cortisol, Sleep & Burnout Lab Panel
  • Thyroid & Metabolism Lab Panel
  • Longevity & Healthy Aging Lab Panel
  • Medication & Supplement Safety Lab Panel
  • Heavy Metals & Environmental Toxins Lab Panel

FAQ: Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency - Comprehensive Lab Panel

What is the Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency Comprehensive Lab Panel?

The Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency Comprehensive Lab Panel is a broad blood and urine test panel that includes 40 tests and 134 biomarkers to evaluate vitamins, minerals, trace elements, iron status, B-vitamin function, methylation, protein nutrition, bone-mineral balance, liver function, kidney function, urine health, inflammation, and metabolic wellness.

Does this panel diagnose vitamin or mineral deficiency?

No. This panel does not diagnose deficiency or toxicity by itself. Results should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider and interpreted with symptoms, diet, supplements, medications, digestive history, kidney function, liver function, and clinical context.

What vitamins are included?

This panel includes vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate, and RBC folate.

What minerals and trace elements are included?

This panel includes magnesium, zinc, copper, ceruloplasmin, selenium, iodine, ionized calcium, phosphorus, and PTH with calcium.

Why are ferritin, iron/TIBC, transferrin, and reticulocyte count included?

These markers help evaluate iron storage, iron availability, iron transport, and red blood cell production. They may provide context for fatigue, anemia patterns, low stamina, and nutrient-related blood changes.

Why are methylmalonic acid and homocysteine included?

Methylmalonic acid provides functional B12 context, while homocysteine may reflect B12, folate, B6, methylation, kidney, and vascular patterns.

Why are kidney and liver markers included?

Kidney and liver function can affect nutrient handling, supplement safety, protein status, and interpretation of several biomarkers. This panel includes CMP, GGT, bilirubin, cystatin C, urine albumin/creatinine, and urinalysis.

Should I choose Essential, Advanced, Comprehensive, or Comprehensive Plus?

Choose Essential for a focused nutrient baseline, Advanced for deeper functional B-vitamin, iron, mineral, bone, liver, kidney, and protein nutrition review, Comprehensive for broader vitamin, mineral, trace element, and nutrient review, and Comprehensive Plus for the widest review of amino acids, fatty acids, antioxidants, mitochondrial nutrients, digestive function, and specialty nutrient markers.

Important Note

This panel is designed to help evaluate selected biomarkers related to vitamin, mineral, and nutrient status; iron balance; B-vitamin function; methylation; vitamin status; trace minerals; bone-mineral balance; liver function; kidney function; protein nutrition; inflammation; and general wellness. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease by itself.

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