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Vitamin D
Is an essential fat soluble vitamin which has its influence on calcium and phosphate homeostasis. Testing of which has gained worldwide importance as nearly one third of adults worldwide are supposed to be having deficiency of the vitamin
Indications: Bone related disorders( Osteomalacia, Rickets, Osteoporosis)
Chronic Kidney Disease
Diabetes
cardiovascular disorders
Parathyroid gland related Disorders
Autoimmune disorders
Malignancy
Ref: http://m.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcu2/bhcarticles.nsf/mskpages/vitamin_d.com
www.osteoporosis.org.au
Tom D.Thacher, Baut L.Clarke. Vit D Insufficiency. Mayoclinic Proc.Jan 2011; 86(1): 50-60
Indications: Isolated Red cell macrocytosis
Macrocytic Anameia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Cognitive change, eg: Dementia
Malabsorption
Ref: Pernicious Anaemia Society – www.pernicious-anaemia-society.org
Folate
It is highly recommended to test Folate and Vit B12 level together for better management of megaloblastic anemia.
Indications
Megaloblastic Anemia
Chronic Alcholic cases
Chronic Liver disease
Early pregnancy
Its an sensitive marker of ovarian aging and ovarian reserve. It plays a major role in predicting the success of IVF and also response of ovary to stimulation.