I recently had a Vitamin D test, and the result came out to 3.4 ng/mL (very low). My Vitamin B12 levels are normal, but calcium was not tested. My weight is 42 kg and height is 156 cm.

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Dr Hema Pratima

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Vitamin D (3.4) is severely low. Can cause weakness, low weight gain. Needs high dose Vitamin D (doctor guided). Get Serum Calcium, Phosphorus checked. Sunlight and protein rich balanced diet advised.

Dr. Hema Suggests...

Take a CALCIUM - SERUM Test or Take a PHOSPHORUS (INORGANIC) - SERUM Test

Book CALCIUM - SERUM Test Book PHOSPHORUS (INORGANIC) - SERUM Test

Answered 09/09/2025

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