What is the Vitamin Profile test?
The Vitamin Profile is a focused blood test that measures Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and Folate, three of the most commonly deficient and clinically important vitamins. Together, these nutrients play a central role in bone health, immune function, neurological health, and red blood cell formation.
This profile is often used as a first-line nutritional screen, particularly when symptoms are non-specific. It provides a balanced overview without the need for extensive micronutrient testing.
Clinically, it is used to investigate fatigue, recurrent infections, bone or muscle pain, anaemia, and neurological symptoms.
Why do I need a Vitamin Profile test?
Deficiencies in Vitamin D, B12, and Folate are widespread in the UK, even in otherwise healthy individuals. These deficiencies can develop due to limited sun exposure, dietary habits, absorption issues, or increased physiological demand.
Symptoms may overlap and are often mistaken for stress or lifestyle-related fatigue. Testing allows accurate identification and targeted correction, avoiding unnecessary supplementation.
You may benefit from this test if you experience:
- Persistent tiredness or low energy
- Frequent infections or slow recovery
- Bone, muscle, or joint pain
- Brain fog or poor concentration
- Tingling or numbness
- Anaemia or abnormal blood results
- Limited sun exposure or dietary restrictions
Biomarkers included (3 total)
- Vitamin D (25-Hydroxyvitamin D)
- Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
- Folate (Vitamin B9)
👉 Total biomarkers: 3
Benefits of the Vitamin Profile test
- Targets the most common deficiencies
Covers three vitamins frequently low in the UK population.
- Supports energy and fatigue investigation
All three nutrients are linked to energy metabolism.
- Supports immune health
Vitamin D and B12 play key roles in immune function.
- Assesses bone and muscle health
Vitamin D is essential for calcium metabolism.
- Supports neurological function
B12 and folate are critical for nerve and brain health.
- Supports anaemia assessment
B12 and folate are required for red blood cell production.
- Guides safe supplementation
Prevents over- or under-supplementation.
- Cost-effective nutritional screening
Provides high clinical value with minimal testing.
Step-by-step – How we offer this test
Option 1: Clinic-based blood test (UK-wide)
- Choose your nearest UK clinic
- Attend your appointment
- A clinician draws a blood sample
- Results are analysed and reported
Option 2: Home or hotel visit (+£60, UK-wide)
- A qualified phlebotomist comes to your location
- Blood sample taken in the comfort of your home or hotel
- No travel or waiting required
- Results processed exactly the same as clinic testing
Your results explained
Low vitamin levels
Low levels in Vitamin D, B12, or Folate indicate deficiency, which may affect immunity, energy, bone health, neurological function, or blood formation.
Typical UK interpretation (low):
- Vitamin D: < 25 nmol/L
- Vitamin B12: < 130 ng/L
- Folate: < 3 µg/L
Normal vitamin levels
Normal results indicate adequate vitamin availability to support physiological functions.
Typical UK interpretation (normal):
- Vitamin D: 50 – 125 nmol/L
- Vitamin B12: 130 – 700 ng/L
- Folate: 3 – 20 µg/L
High vitamin levels
High levels are usually linked to supplementation. Fat-soluble vitamins such as Vitamin D require careful interpretation.
Typical UK interpretation (high):
- Vitamin D: > 150 nmol/L
- Vitamin B12: > 700 ng/L
- Folate: > 20 µg/L
