Vitamin and Mineral Panel in Idaho

What this test measures

Vitamins and minerals are essential nutrients the body needs in small amounts to function properly. A nutritional panel groups several related tests into one order so that deficiencies or excesses can be reviewed together. The exact markers included vary by laboratory and by the reason for testing, but panels commonly cover B vitamins, vitamin D, iron status, and key minerals.

The test uses a blood sample, and some markers may require fasting or a specific collection time. Nutritional status reflects diet, absorption, underlying health conditions, and the use of supplements. Because these factors interact, a single abnormal value is usually reviewed alongside the rest of the panel rather than on its own.

People may be tested when they follow a restrictive or plant-based diet, have had bariatric surgery, or live with a condition that impairs nutrient absorption. It may also be used to investigate unexplained fatigue, hair and skin changes, or numbness and tingling. Results support a conversation with a qualified healthcare provider and are not a diagnosis by themselves.