B Vitamins

B vitamins are a class of water-soluble compounds that play important roles in health and wellness. Folate or vitamin B9 is essential for fetal development during pregnancy. B12 plays a role in nerve cell function, red blood cell production and keeping your DNA free from damage.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is often known as the ‘sunshine’ vitamin, since sunlight is essential for producing vitamin D in the skin. It is required for the proper mineralization of bone and helps maintain healthy, and radiant skin. Vitamin D also promotes calcium absorption in the gut and is essential for maintaining adequate levels of calcium and phosphate.

Our bodies are unable to produce B-vitamins, so it is important that they are included in your diet. If you are planning of conceiving it is important to ensure your diet contains sufficient amount of B vitamins to support your baby’s growth and development.

Vitamin B deficiencies can occur if the body is unable to absorb or use B vitamins properly. Risk factors associated with B vitamin deficiency includes:

Malnutrition
Digestive disorders (e.g. Celiac disease)
Age (more prevalent in the elderly)
Medication that may interfere with the breakdown and use of vitamins

Risk factors associated with vitamin D deficiency includes:

Osteoporosis
Obesity
Lack of sun exposure
Age (more common in older adults)
Darker complexion
Difficulty absorbing fats from the diet (Celiac disease or Chron’s disease

Symptoms of vitamin B deficiency

Fatigue
Muscle weakness
Weight loss
Poor memory
Constipation
Balance issues
Anemia

Vitamin D deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies around the world.

Symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency includes

Osteoporosis
Muscle aches and weakness
Muscle twitching
Tooth loss
Depression

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms you may benefit from this test. This test must be taken first thing in the morning and returned to the lab the same day.

HOW IT WORKS

Order your test.

Choose the test that matches your need from our large array of tests. The kit will be delivered to your door step. There is no need to leave the comfort of your home.

Collect your sample.

Register and activate your test. Collect your sample first thing in the morning. Return your sample to our lab as soon as possible, using the prepaid envelope included in the kit.

Quality guarantee.

Your sample will be tested as soon as it arrives in our lab. Your results will be available through our secure online platform.

Details and FAQs

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we usually get. Please feel free to contact us if you have any other questions.

Are there medical professionals involved in the process?

We has a team of physicians who will review your order and results. Our nursing team is on standby throughout the testing process and, if you test positive, you will receive a call to discuss your results and treatment options.

When should I collect and return my sample?

Please ensure that the sample is collected before 9am and returned immediately using the carrier method provided within the test kit. Each test includes a prepaid shipping envelope to return your samples to the laboratory. Please do not collect or return samples on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

How accurate is the testing process?

Your samples are processed in the same labs used by primary care providers, hospitals and government schemes. Therizon laboratories are CLIA approved and CAP-accredited, which are the highest levels of accreditation. Tests kits are manufactured within our ISO 17025 accredited facility, the highest level of accreditation for medical devices.