Vitamins, minerals & electrolytes
Vitamins, minerals & electrolytes
- No referral needed
- 1000+ collection points
- Results typically within 2 working days
- Every result reviewed by a BIG-registered doctor
Product description
A broad blood test with the most commonly measured vitamins, minerals and the four electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium), for a complete picture of your nutrient and electrolyte status in one blood draw.
Vitamins, minerals & electrolytes is a blood test measuring 9 biomarkers, reviewed by a doctor.
Nine biomarkers. One blood draw.
All 9 biomarkers with a short description. The laboratory reference values always lead.
Vitamins, minerals & electrolytes9 biomarkers | |
|---|---|
| Vitamin D (25-OH) | Storage form of vitamin D in the blood. |
| Vitamin B12 | Plays a role in blood formation and nerve function. |
| Folic acid (B11) | Complementary to B12 for cell growth and blood formation. |
| Magnesium | Mineral with a role in muscle and nerve function. |
| Calcium | Mineral for bone and nerve function. |
| Ferritin | Iron stores, basic iron screening. |
| Zinc | Plays a role in immunity and skin health. |
| Sodium | Electrolyte; fluid balance and blood pressure. |
| Potassium | Electrolyte; heart conduction and muscle function. |
With every result, your personal report includes an explanation from our doctor.
Three steps to your report
- 1
Order online
Choose Vitamins, minerals & electrolytes and your collection point. You receive your lab form by email.
- 2
Blood draw at a collection point
At one of the 1000+ collection points, no referral needed.
- 3
Results with an explanation from our doctor
Typically within 2 working days, reviewed by a BIG-registered doctor.
Insight, explained by our doctor.
A personal report with an explanation from our doctor, and all your results in one secure place.
Personal report
With an explanation from our doctor for your results. Reference values always come from the laboratory.
Reviewed by a doctor
Every result reviewed by a BIG-registered doctor, measured in ISO 15189 accredited laboratories.
Your dashboard
All results in one secure place. Your progress visible with every test.
Do I need to fast?
Fasting is not strictly required for most markers in this package, but we recommend fasting (8 hours) for a reliable picture, especially for magnesium.
Which foods are rich in these nutrients?
Vitamin D comes mainly from sunlight and fatty fish. B12 is found mainly in meat, fish and dairy. Folic acid is in leafy green vegetables and legumes. Magnesium is in nuts, seeds and green vegetables. Our doctor provides context per marker.
How long should I stop taking supplements beforehand?
For a baseline measurement, we recommend stopping supplements 1 to 2 weeks beforehand, especially high-dose vitamins can influence the measurement. For B12 injections, a longer waiting period applies.
What is the difference between total and intracellular magnesium?
We measure serum magnesium (in the blood plasma). For intracellular magnesium (in red blood cells), a separate measurement exists that we do not offer.
How often should I have this measured?
A single measurement is sufficient for initial insight. With active supplementation or follow-up, re-measurement after a few months is common.
What if I want more specific markers?
Through Bloodworks Select you can add markers such as iodine, copper, selenium, vitamin A or vitamin K.
Is this package suitable for children?
No. Ordering at Bloodworks starts at age 18.
How quickly do I receive my results?
Typically within 2 working days of blood draw. Some vitamin tests may take slightly longer.
Ready for insight into your health?
Vitamins, minerals & electrolytes · 9 biomarkers · results typically within 2 working days