I'm a bit confused about my vitamin tests. My doctor asked me to get a Vitamin D3 test, but the blood testing apps I use only have this test called Vitamin D total. Are they the same thing, or do they measure different aspects of vitamin D? I want to make sure I'm getting the right test done.

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