Health Check – Vitamins and Minerals
Do you feel tired, lack energy or out of balance? Our Health Check Vitamins and Minerals is designed for those who want to get a clear picture of their body's nutritional status and detect any deficiencies in time. The test analyzes several key vitamins and minerals that are essential for energy, immune function, metabolism, hormones and nervous system function.
Why should you test your vitamins and minerals?
The body needs a balance of micronutrients to function optimally. A lack of one or more vitamins or minerals can affect your energy, mood, concentration and even your hormonal balance. An imbalance is often first noticed through diffuse symptoms such as fatigue, depression, hair loss, sleep disorders, muscle cramps or a weakened immune system. This health check gives you a thorough overview and can be used both for preventive purposes and as support in the investigation of fatigue or nutritional deficiencies.
What is included in the blood test?
The analysis includes key vitamins and minerals that are of great importance for the body's functions:
- Vitamin D - important for the immune system, muscles, bones and hormonal balance. Deficiency is common in the Nordic countries, especially during the winter months.
- Vitamin B12 - necessary for the nervous system, blood formation and energy production. Deficiency can cause fatigue, dizziness, tingling and difficulty concentrating.
- Folate (Vitamin B9) – works with B12 in the cells' energy metabolism and is important for blood formation and brain function.
- Iron and Ferritin – iron transports oxygen in the blood, and ferritin shows the body's iron stores. Low values can cause anemia, dizziness and lack of energy.
- Magnesium – regulates muscle function, nerve signals and energy metabolism. Deficiency can cause muscle cramps, fatigue and sleep problems.
- Calcium – important for bones, teeth, nerves and muscles. Deficiency often affects muscle and bone health.
- Zinc – supports the immune system, wound healing and hormone balance, including testosterone production in men.
- Copper – needed for iron metabolism, pigmentation and nerve function, but should be in balance with zinc.
Interpretation and doctor's report
When the analysis is complete, you will receive a doctor's report where your results are assessed in relation to the reference range, gender, age, clinical relevance and, not least, your own medical history. The doctor will explain any deviations, possible causes of imbalance and provide recommendations regarding diet, lifestyle or further investigation if necessary.
Who is the health check for?
- Those who feel tired, listless or lack of energy.
- Those who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet and want to ensure sufficient nutritional intake.
- Those who have stomach, intestinal or absorption problems (e.g. IBS, celiac disease or atrophic gastritis).
- Those who exercise a lot, are often stressed or have irregular eating habits.
- Those who want to prevent nutritional deficiencies and strengthen the body's energy balance and immune system.
Risk factors for vitamin and mineral deficiencies
- A one-sided diet or low-calorie diet.
- Stress, alcohol or medications that affect absorption (e.g. metformin, birth control pills, proton pump inhibitors).
- Gastrointestinal diseases that affect nutrient absorption.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding or hormonal changes.
- Old age – reduced absorption and altered metabolism.
A consultation with a doctor is always recommended if alarming abnormalities are detected to ensure the right treatment or follow-up. Deficiencies can often be corrected, but in some cases can be signs of underlying conditions that require medical assessment.
Take control of your energy and health
By regularly checking your levels of vitamins and minerals, you can understand your body's needs, prevent nutritional deficiencies and optimize your energy, performance and well-being. Order the Vitamins and Minerals health check today – and get clear test results with medical interpretation by a licensed physician.
