Vitamin C Test
Vitamin C is an essential water-soluble vitamin that supports a healthy immune system, collagen production, wound healing, and protection against cellular damage. Because the body cannot produce or store large amounts of vitamin C, maintaining adequate levels through diet or supplementation is essential for optimal health. The ICare Vitamin C Test measures the amount of vitamin C in your blood to help identify deficiencies or monitor nutritional status.
Vitamin C deficiency can develop gradually and may lead to fatigue, easy bruising, slow wound healing, bleeding gums, and weakened immune function. This test provides valuable information to help you and your healthcare provider determine whether your vitamin C levels are supporting your overall health.
With ICare's concierge mobile laboratory services, advanced nutritional testing is delivered directly to your home, office, or preferred location, making preventive healthcare more convenient than ever.
What Does This Test Measure?
The Vitamin C Test measures the concentration of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) circulating in your bloodstream.
Vitamin C plays an essential role in:
Supporting immune system function
Promoting collagen production for healthy skin, blood vessels, cartilage, and bones
Wound healing
Acting as a powerful antioxidant to protect cells from oxidative damage
Enhancing iron absorption from plant-based foods
Supporting healthy gums and connective tissues
Low vitamin C levels may be associated with:
Fatigue
Weakness
Easy bruising
Bleeding gums
Slow wound healing
Frequent infections
Poor dietary intake
Digestive disorders that impair nutrient absorption
Severe deficiency can lead to scurvy, a rare but preventable condition caused by prolonged vitamin C deficiency.
Who Should Consider This Test?
The Vitamin C Test may be beneficial for individuals who:
Experience symptoms of vitamin C deficiency
Have poor dietary intake of fruits and vegetables
Have digestive disorders such as Crohn's disease or celiac disease
Have undergone bariatric surgery
Smoke or use tobacco products, which may increase vitamin C requirements
Have chronic illnesses affecting nutritional status
Are monitoring vitamin supplementation
Want to evaluate their overall nutritional health
This test is also appropriate for individuals seeking a comprehensive assessment of essential vitamin levels.
Why Is It Important?
Results help your healthcare provider assess your health, support diagnosis, monitor treatment, and guide personalized care.
Preparation
Fasting (not eating or drinking anything except water) for 8-12 hours is recommended.
Turnaround
1-3 Business Days
Sample Type
Blood
What's Included
Physician Order
We provide the necessary doctor's order for this test.
Lab Fees
All laboratory processing fees are included in the price.
Digital Results
Secure, easy-to-read results delivered to your portal.
Important Information
How It Works
Book Online
Choose your test and checkout securely. We'll generate the order.
We Come to You
Schedule a mobile phlebotomist to visit your home or office.
Get Results
Receive your physician-reviewed results online in days.