25-OH vitamin D2, 25-OH vitamin D3, and total 25-OH vitamin D
Turnaround Time
Performed twice per week; results are reported the next day.
Use
25-OH vitamin D2, 25-OH vitamin D3 and total 25-OH vitamin D are all reported. This test is recommended only for patients receiving the prescription form of vitamin D which is vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). All vitamin D which is naturally synthesized by the body upon sun exposure and now virtually all over-the-counter vitamin D preparations are vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol).
Vitamin D25 testing is not covered by government payers for screening. This test does not need to be ordered in combination with 1,25 Dihydroxy Vitamin D.
Specimen Type
Blood
Collection Containers
Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Green (lithium heparin, no gel), Green (lithium heparin, gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel), Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel)
Collection Volume
2 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
0.6 mL
Specimen Preparation
Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.2 mL minimum within 2 hours of collection. Store in refrigerator.
Shipping Instructions
Ship at refrigerated temperature. Alternatively, ship on dry ice.
Stability (from collection to initiation)
72 hours at room temperature; 12 days refrigerated; 1 year frozen.
Containers
Red or Gold (Gel)
Alternate Containers
Green (Lithium Heparin, No Gel)
Green (Lithium Heparin, Gel)
Green (Sodium Heparin, No Gel)
Purple (EDTA)
Red (No Gel)
Reference Interval
20-75 ug/L
Season, race and dietary intake and treatment affect the concentration of 25-hydroxy-Vitamin D. Values may decrease during winter months and increase during summer months. Values 20-29 ug/L may indicate Vitamin D insufficiency and values less than 20 ug/L may indicate Vitamin D deficiency.
CPT Disclaimer
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Codes published in the M Health Fairview Test Directory are based on American Medical Association (AMA) guidelines and are provided for informational purposes only. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. CPT coding is the responsibility of the billing party. M Health Fairview Laboratories does not assume responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes listed in Test Directory or Atlas. Charges may vary due to reflexing, susceptibilities, specimen source, patient age, methodology requirements, etc.
25-OH vitamin D2, 25-OH vitamin D3, and total 25-OH vitamin D
Turnaround Time
Performed twice per week; results are reported the next day.
Use
25-OH vitamin D2, 25-OH vitamin D3 and total 25-OH vitamin D are all reported. This test is recommended only for patients receiving the prescription form of vitamin D which is vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). All vitamin D which is naturally synthesized by the body upon sun exposure and now virtually all over-the-counter vitamin D preparations are vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol).
Vitamin D25 testing is not covered by government payers for screening. This test does not need to be ordered in combination with 1,25 Dihydroxy Vitamin D.
Collection & Processing
Specimen Type
Blood
Collection Containers
Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Green (lithium heparin, no gel), Green (lithium heparin, gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel), Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel)
Collection Volume
2 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
0.6 mL
Specimen Preparation
Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.2 mL minimum within 2 hours of collection. Store in refrigerator.
Shipping Instructions
Ship at refrigerated temperature. Alternatively, ship on dry ice.
Stability (from collection to initiation)
72 hours at room temperature; 12 days refrigerated; 1 year frozen.
Containers
Containers
Red or Gold (Gel)
Alternate Containers
Green (Lithium Heparin, No Gel)
Green (Lithium Heparin, Gel)
Green (Sodium Heparin, No Gel)
Purple (EDTA)
Red (No Gel)
Result Interpretation
Reference Interval
20-75 ug/L
Season, race and dietary intake and treatment affect the concentration of 25-hydroxy-Vitamin D. Values may decrease during winter months and increase during summer months. Values 20-29 ug/L may indicate Vitamin D insufficiency and values less than 20 ug/L may indicate Vitamin D deficiency.
Administrative
CPT Disclaimer
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Codes published in the M Health Fairview Test Directory are based on American Medical Association (AMA) guidelines and are provided for informational purposes only. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. CPT coding is the responsibility of the billing party. M Health Fairview Laboratories does not assume responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes listed in Test Directory or Atlas. Charges may vary due to reflexing, susceptibilities, specimen source, patient age, methodology requirements, etc.