Vitamin D, B12, iron & calcium tests
Vitamin D and vitamin B12 deficiencies are extremely common in India and are frequently behind body aches, fatigue, tingling, hair fall and low mood. A simple panel of blood tests can identify exactly what is missing.
- Body aches and bone pain
- Constant tiredness
- Tingling or numbness
Recommended tests
- Vitamin D₹1,900
- Vitamin B12₹1,400
- Iron Studies₹1,700
- Calcium₹350
- CBC₹350
Tip: the Executive Master Health Checkup covers all of these and more for ₹4,499.
Quick answer
The most useful vitamin deficiency tests are Vitamin D (25-hydroxy), Vitamin B12, Iron Studies and Serum Calcium. All four are included in the Executive Master Health Wellness Package.
When should you get tested?
- Body aches and bone pain
- Constant tiredness
- Tingling or numbness
- Hair fall
- Frequent cramps
Good to know
- Test before starting high-dose vitamin D — excess can be harmful.
- Vegetarians and people on metformin should check B12 yearly.
- Recheck levels about 3 months after starting supplements.
Recommended vitamin deficiency tests
Vitamin D Test (25-Hydroxy Vitamin D)
Measures 25-hydroxy vitamin D, the best indicator of your body’s vitamin D stores.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- 24 hours
₹1,900
Vitamin B12 Test (Cyanocobalamin)
Detects vitamin B12 deficiency, a common cause of fatigue, tingling, memory issues and anaemia.
- 1 parameter
- Fasting needed
- 24 hours
₹1,400
Iron Studies Test (Iron, TIBC, Transferrin Saturation)
Measures serum iron, TIBC and transferrin saturation to diagnose iron-deficiency anaemia or iron overload.
- 3 parameters
- Fasting needed
- 24 hours
₹1,700
Serum Calcium Test (Total Calcium)
Measures total calcium in blood — important for bones, muscles, nerves and the parathyroid glands.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- Same day
₹350
CBC Test (Complete Blood Count)
Checks haemoglobin, red cells, white cells and platelets to screen for anaemia, infection and blood disorders.
- 13 parameters
- No fasting
- Same day
₹350
Or get everything in one checkup
Our most comprehensive 19-test full body checkup — everything in the Essential package plus Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, iron studies, calcium, ESR and hepatitis B, hepatitis C & HIV screening.
Executive Master Health Wellness Package
Our most comprehensive 19-test full body checkup — everything in the Essential package plus Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, iron studies, calcium, ESR and hepatitis B, hepatitis C & HIV screening.
19
Tests
72
Parameters
24h
Reports
- Calcium
- CBC
- ESR
- Creatinine
- BUN
- Uric Acid
- Electrolytes
- Glucose Fasting
₹4,499
Vitamin Deficiency Tests – FAQs
Which vitamin tests should I take for tiredness?
Vitamin D, vitamin B12, iron studies and a CBC are the most useful tests for unexplained tiredness. A thyroid test is also recommended.
Is fasting needed for vitamin tests?
Vitamin D needs no fasting. Fasting for 6–8 hours is preferred for B12 and 8–12 hours for iron studies.
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- Amalapuram
- Anakapalle
- Bhadrachalam
- Bhimavaram
- Chittoor
- Eluru
- Godavarikhani
- Hyderabad
- Jagtial
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- Parvathipuram
- Rajahmundry
- Srikakulam
- Tirupati
- Tuni
- Visakhapatnam
- Vizianagaram
- Wanaparthy
- Warangal
Medical disclaimer: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified doctor to interpret your results and before starting or changing any treatment.