Do not routinely test for vitamin D.
BMJ (Clinical research ed.) 2022 ; 378: e070270.
McChesney C, Singer A, Duquette D, Forouhi NG, Levinson W
DOI : 10.1136/bmj-2022-070270
PubMed ID : 35850784
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URL : https://www.bmj.com/content/378/bmj-2022-070270
Abstract
What you need to know
Routinely testing vitamin D levels in asymptomatic individuals is not recommended, based on a lack of evidence for benefit
Shared decision making and conversations with patients can help explore the risks and benefits of unnecessary testing
Physician education, audit, feedback of physicians’ ordering practices, and system-wide changes in ordering and remuneration are effective strategies to reduce unnecessary vitamin D testing