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Vitamin K Blood Test
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Quest Diagnostics
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| Price | Coming soon | $22.99 |
| Results in | โ | ~5 business days |
| Sample type | โ | Blood Plasma |
| Require fasting | โ | Yes |
About the test
Vitamin K is a required co-factor for the synthesis of factors 2, 7, 9, and 10 and proteins C and S. Deficiencies of vitamin K lead to bleeding. Coumadin (warfarin) acts as an anticoagulant because it is a vitamin K antagonist.
Included biomarkers & Reference ranges
| Biomarker | Reference range |
|---|---|
| Vitamin K The main dietary form of vitamin K, essential for normal blood clotting and also involved in bone health. | โ |
Reference ranges vary by lab, age, and sex (M/F). Your report shows your exact range. Click any biomarker to see its optimal range and what your results mean.
Preparation
- Avoid eating liver and taking multivitamins or vitamin K at least 24 hours before sample collection.
- Fasting for 8 hours before your blood draw is required.
- Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
- Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
How it works
- 1. Order online No referral or insurance
- 2. Get a requisition By email in 24โ72 hours
- 3. Visit a draw center Bring a matching photo ID
- 4. Get results Securely by email
- These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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