Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
11
Duration
10 min
Results
3 days
A comprehensive micronutrient screen covering the vitamins and minerals most commonly deficient in Australians. Assesses the nutritional foundations that drive energy production, immune function, bone health, cognitive performance, and hormonal balance. More efficient than testing individual nutrients separately — this panel provides a complete nutritional status assessment in a single blood draw.
Micronutrient deficiencies are remarkably common in Australia despite abundant food supply — driven by soil depletion, processed food consumption, individual absorption differences, and increased requirements from stress, exercise, and medication use. This comprehensive panel screens the vitamins and minerals most frequently deficient in clinical practice, providing a complete nutritional status assessment in a single blood draw. The panel covers vitamin D (immune function, bone health, mood), vitamin B12 (nerve function, DNA synthesis, energy), folate (methylation, cell division, pregnancy health), iron studies including ferritin (oxygen transport, energy, hair growth), zinc (immune function, wound healing, taste), magnesium (muscle function, sleep, nerve transmission), calcium (bone density, muscle contraction, nerve function), and related markers. Deficiency symptoms overlap extensively — fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, hair loss, frequent illness, and low mood can all result from insufficient levels of multiple nutrients. Testing removes the guesswork from supplementation. Rather than taking a generic multivitamin (which often provides inadequate doses of the nutrients you actually need and unnecessary amounts of those you do not), targeted testing identifies specific gaps that can be addressed with appropriate doses and forms. No fasting is required, though ClearLabs notes that recent vitamin supplementation should be considered when interpreting results, as it can temporarily elevate levels. Results are delivered within 2-3 business days through the digital dashboard. This panel is particularly valuable for vegetarians and vegans, anyone experiencing unexplained fatigue, people on restricted diets, and as a baseline before starting a supplementation protocol.
Key Details
- Focus
- Complete nutritional status
- Fasting
- Not required
- Collection fee
- +A$20
Who Is This For?
Nutritional deficiency screening, supplement optimisation, vegetarian/vegan health, fatigue investigation, immune support
What's Included
Preparation Required
No fasting required. If taking vitamin supplements, note this when reviewing results.
Panel Categories
Biomarkers Tested
11A trace mineral essential for iron metabolism, connective tissue formation, and antioxidant defense. The copper/zinc ratio is an emerging marker of inflammation and oxidative stress. Both deficiency and excess can cause problems.
Essential for DNA synthesis, cell division, and red blood cell formation. Folate deficiency causes megaloblastic anemia and, during pregnancy, increases the risk of neural tube defects. Works closely with vitamin B12.
Involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions including energy production, muscle function, and nerve signaling. Magnesium deficiency is common and associated with muscle cramps, anxiety, insomnia, and increased cardiovascular risk.
A trace mineral crucial for thyroid hormone metabolism, antioxidant defense (via selenoproteins), and immune function. Selenium deficiency can impair thyroid function and increase susceptibility to viral infections.
A fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, skin health, and cell growth. Both deficiency and excess can cause health problems. Levels are tightly regulated by the liver.
Essential for nerve function, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation. B12 deficiency can cause anemia, neuropathy, fatigue, and cognitive impairment. Common in vegans, vegetarians, older adults, and those taking metformin or acid-reducing medications.
A powerful water-soluble antioxidant essential for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption. Vitamin C deficiency causes scurvy. It also supports wound healing and protects against oxidative stress.
The best indicator of overall vitamin D status. Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption, bone health, immune function, and mood regulation. Deficiency is extremely common, especially in northern latitudes, and linked to increased disease risk.
A fat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative damage. Vitamin E works synergistically with vitamin C and selenium. Deficiency is rare but can cause nerve and muscle damage.
Essential for blood clotting and bone metabolism. Vitamin K activates proteins needed for blood coagulation and calcium regulation in bones. Deficiency increases bleeding risk and may contribute to osteoporosis.
An essential trace mineral involved in immune function, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and testosterone production. Zinc deficiency impairs immune response, delays wound healing, and can cause hair loss and taste changes.
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood (venous draw)
- Duration
- 10 min
- Results
- 3 days