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Vitamin D, 1,25-Hydroxycalciferol

Aliases: Vitamin D, 1,25-dihydroxy, calcitriol

Group: Vitamin

Description:

Vitamin D, 1,25-dihydroxy, also known as calcitriol, is a blood test that measures the active form of vitamin D in the body. Vitamin D is essential for maintaining healthy bones and teeth, and it also supports the function of muscles and nerves. A normal result does not rule out vitamin D deficiency, and the recommended test for diagnosing vitamin D deficiency is the Vitamin D, 25-hydroxy test. Therefore, the Vitamin D, 1,25-dihydroxy test is primarily indicated during patient evaluation for hypercalcemia and renal failure.