Vitamins
17 markers in this category
Active Vitamin B12
Active Vitamin B12 measures the bioavailable B12 your cells can utilise. For athletes, B12 may support oxygen transport, energy metabolism, and recovery. This test could help optimise your performance-related nutritional status.
Folate (Folic Acid)
Folate measures vitamin B9, a nutrient that may support oxygen-carrying red blood cell production and tissue repair. For athletes, maintaining adequate folate levels could be important for endurance and recovery optimisation.
Holotranscobalamin
Holotranscobalamin measures the earliest sign of B12 depletion. For athletes, catching B12 deficiency early may help maintain red blood cell production, oxygen transport, and optimal recovery from intense training.
Intrinsic Factor Antibodies
Intrinsic Factor Antibodies tests for autoimmune B12 malabsorption. For athletes with persistently low B12 despite adequate nutrition, this test may help determine if an underlying autoimmune condition is affecting B12 absorption and recovery.
Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) (Blood)
MMA Blood measures functional B12 activity at the cellular level. For athletes, this test may detect subtle B12 insufficiency that could impair red blood cell production, oxygen transport, and muscle recovery before it shows on standard tests.
Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) (Urine)
MMA Urine is a non-invasive functional B12 assessment. For athletes, this convenient test may help detect cellular B12 insufficiency that could impair oxygen transport, recovery, and endurance without needing a blood draw.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A measures retinol, a fat-soluble vitamin that may support athletic performance through its role in immune function, vision, and tissue repair. For athletes, maintaining optimal levels could help support training adaptation and recovery.
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) is considered essential for converting carbohydrates into energy during exercise. Athletes may have higher requirements due to increased metabolic demands. A healthcare provider can help assess whether your levels support optimal performance.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is considered important for oxygen transport via red blood cells and energy metabolism during exercise. Athletes may have increased requirements. Healthcare providers specialising in sports medicine can help assess your optimal levels.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is considered essential for energy metabolism and antioxidant defence during intense physical activity. Athletes may have increased requirements. A sports medicine professional can help assess your optimal levels.
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Vitamin B3 (niacin) is considered a key precursor to NAD+, which may support energy production and cellular recovery during athletic training. Athletes may have increased metabolic demands for niacin. Consult a sports medicine professional for guidance.
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 is considered essential for amino acid metabolism during exercise, which may directly support muscle protein synthesis and recovery. Athletes may have increased requirements. Consult a sports medicine professional for optimal assessment.
Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
Vitamin B7 (biotin) is considered important for macronutrient metabolism during athletic performance. It may support efficient energy utilisation from fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. A sports medicine professional can help assess your optimal levels.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is considered a critical antioxidant for athletes, potentially supporting immune function during intense training and aiding tissue repair and recovery. Athletes may have increased vitamin C requirements. Consult a sports medicine professional for guidance.
Vitamin D (25-OH)
Vitamin D is critical for athletic performance, supporting muscle function, bone strength, and recovery. Optimal levels may help maintain peak training capacity and reduce injury risk.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that may support exercise recovery by reducing oxidative stress from intense training. Monitoring levels can help optimise your recovery strategy.
Vitamin K1
Vitamin K1 supports bone mineralisation and blood clotting — both essential for athletes. Adequate levels may help reduce fracture risk and support recovery from training.