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Vitamins & Minerals DNA Test
Vitamins & Minerals DNA Test
Vitamins & Minerals DNA Test
Vitamins & Minerals DNA Test

Vitamins & Minerals DNA Test

£54.00

We all metabolise food in different ways, which is why there is no perfect diet for all. Our test will help you learn if you have a higher or lower risk of certain vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Your report will also help advise you on which foods you can introduce or remove from your diet to help reduce any risks we find. ​

MyHealthChecked has developed a range of DNA tests focused on specific wellness goals to help you get a deeper understanding of your body as part of your health journey. Our tests are for anyone looking to improve their health, take the first step today. ​

  • Free delivery in 1 working day (Royal Mail Tracked 24)

  • Complete at home, results in 10 working days ​

  • Samples analysed at our UK based laboratory​

  • 12 genetic markers screened, 10 DNA health areas ​

  • Clear, actionable advice

What you will discover

Our team of scientists and experts have selected the latest genetic markers relating to vitamin and mineral absorption and metabolism to help you make small changes now that can reduce the risk of deficiencies later. ​

Everybody reacts differently to certain foods and our DNA test can give you an insight into the risks and advantages you were born with, to help you make positive changes to your wellbeing.

This test is not a diagnostic or medical device. This test is focuses on genetic indicators that are linked to wellness advice.

Processing Fat (Omega-3)

Omega-3 Deficiency

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with a reduced ability to absorb and metabolise omega-3.

FADS1, rs174547
Folate Deficiency

Folate Deficiency

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with an increased risk of folate deficiency.

MTHFR, rs1801133
Vitamin D Deficiency

Vitamin D Deficiency

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with an impaired ability to transport and store vitamin D throughout the body.

CYP2R1, rs10741657GC, rs2282679
Selenium Deficiency

Selenium Deficiency

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with a decreased ability to transport selenium.

SEPP1, rs7579
Vitamin C Deficiency

Vitamin C Deficiency

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with a decreased ability to synthesise and utilise ascorbic acid.

SLC23A1, rs33972313
Beta-Carotene Conversion (Vitamin A levels)

Beta-Carotene Conversion (Vitamin A levels)

Discover if your genetic profile indicates that your body may use beta-carotene less efficiently, increasing the risk of vitamin A deficiency.

BCMO1, rs7501331 & rs12934922
Choline Deficiency

Choline Deficiency

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with impaired synthesises of choline, increasing the risk of choline deficiency.

MTHFD1, rs2236225
Iron Overload

Iron Overload

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with higher iron uptake and storage in the small intestine, increasing the risk of iron overload.

HFE, rs1800562
Iron Deficiency

Iron Deficiency

Discover if your genetic profile is associated with an impaired ability to transport iron throughout the body.

TF, rs1799852
Vitamina B12 Deficiency

Vitamin B12 Levels

Discover if your genetic profile indicates that your body transports and absorbs vitamin B12 efficiently, increasing its levels.

FUT2, rs601338
Calcium Levels

Calcium Levels

Discover if your genetic profile indicates that you are more susceptible to high levels of serum calcium which may be an indication of increased risk of low bone mineral density.

CASR, rs1801725

How it works

Order kit

Order kit

Your MyHealthChecked kit will be delivered to you and includes pre-paid Royal Mail Tracked shipping to return your sample to the lab.

take a swab

Collect sample

Swab your cheek following the instructions on the box

activate

Activate test

Once you activate your test, we collect essential consent so you feel comfortable with providing your sample. Then just drop it in any mail box, to our ISO 15189 accredited laboratory

activate

Receive results

Digital results and insights are overseen by our Clinical Director and are shared via our secure website platform within days

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