Health package
Essential Vitamin Package
A Vitamin D and B12 test is a combined blood test used to screen for deficiencies in two of the most critical micro nutrients for bone, nerve, and metabolic health. You may be advised to take this test if you…
- Tests included
- 2
- Sample
- Serum
- Preparation
- No fasting needed
- Report in
- 12 hours
- Collection
- At your home
Tests included (2)
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)Details
Purpose of the Test
The test is ordered to check for:
- Deficiency Symptoms: Fatigue, weakness, pale skin, numbness/tingling in hands and feet, memory loss, or balance issues.
- Anemia Type: To determine if a deficiency is causing a type of anemia (e.g., pernicious anemia).
- Monitoring Health: For individuals with dietary restrictions (vegans), recent surgery, or gastrointestinal issues affecting absorption.
Procedure and Preparation
- Sample Collection: A small blood sample is taken from a vein in the arm.
- Fasting: While not always required, some doctors may ask you to fast for 6-8 hours before the test.
Factors Affecting Levels
- Malabsorption: Conditions like Crohn’s disease, atrophic gastritis, or weight loss surgery.
- Diet: Lack of meat or dairy (veganism).
VITAMIN D 25HYDROXYDetails
Key Aspects of the 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Test:
- Purpose: Measures the main form of vitamin D in the blood (calcidiol) to assess overall vitamin D status.
- Why it's done: It is used to diagnose vitamin D deficiency, which can cause bone weakness, fatigue, and muscle aches, as well as to monitor treatment for deficiency.
- When to get tested: Recommended for individuals with limited sun exposure, symptoms of deficiency, osteoporosis, or absorption issues (e.g., Crohn's disease).
- Procedure: A simple blood draw from a vein, with little risk.
About this health package
A Vitamin D and B12 test is a combined blood test used to screen for deficiencies in two of the most critical micro nutrients for bone, nerve, and metabolic health.
You may be advised to take this test if you experience:
- Chronic fatigue or constant low energy
- Unexplained bone pain, joint stiffness, or muscle weakness
- Numbness, tingling, or a "pins and needles" sensation in your hands or feet
- Mood changes, forgetfulness, or brain fog
- Strict dietary restrictions, such as following a strict vegetarian or vegan diet (as B12 is primarily found in animal products)
Preparation
- No fasting is needed for this test. You can book any available slot.
- Keep your doctor’s prescription or test request handy if you have one, and take regular medicines as your doctor has advised.
- Tell the sample collector if you take blood thinners, and wear a sleeve that rolls above the elbow.
How home sample collection works
- 1
Choose your tests
Add single tests or a package to the cart and check fasting needs.
- 2
Pick a collection slot
Half-hour slots from 30 minutes ahead, up to 10 days out. Pay online.
- 3
A sample collector visits
They confirm the visit with a one-time code, then take the sample.
- 4
Report in your account
The lab uploads the report and you are notified to download it.
Where we collect samples at home
Lab tests with home sample collection reach 70 Hyderabad pin codes today, across these areas:
- Kachiguda
- LB Nagar
- Ameerpet
- ECIL
- Jubilee Hills
- Neredmet
- Saidabad
- Sanathnagar
- Tolichowki
- Yousufguda
- Amberpet
- Khairatabad
- Kukatpally
- Manikonda
- Nizampet
- Secunderabad
- Tarnaka
- Uppal
- Vanasthalipuram
- Jeedimetla
- Mehdipatnam
- Musheerabad
- Nacharam
- Suchitra
- Trimulgherry
Coverage differs street to street and grows as professionals join. Check your pin code to see what reaches your address.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Essential Vitamin Package cost in Hyderabad?
Essential Vitamin Package costs ₹799 on Aish Health in Hyderabad, down from ₹2,098. There is no separate home collection fee; any GST or busy-hour charge is shown before you pay.
Do I need to fast before Essential Vitamin Package?
No, fasting is not needed for this test, so you can book any available slot.
When will I get the Essential Vitamin Package report?
The expected report time is 12 hours. The partner lab uploads the report as a PDF to your order and you are notified to download it.
What sample is collected for Essential Vitamin Package?
Serum sample is collected at your home by a sample collector.
How many tests are in Essential Vitamin Package?
Essential Vitamin Package includes 2 tests, all listed on this page. Compare them with what your doctor has asked for before booking.
Can I cancel a lab test booking?
Yes. Cancel before a sample collector accepts or more than 1 hour before the slot for a full refund. Within 1 hour of the slot there is no refund, and once the sample collector is on the way the booking can no longer be cancelled.
Can I book tests for a family member?
Yes. Add them as a family member in your account and choose them as the patient when booking, so the report is filed under their name.
Can I pay cash when the sample is collected?
No. Lab tests booked on the website or app are paid online when you book, by card, UPI or your Aish Health wallet.
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