Understanding Elevated RA Latex and Vitamin D Levels: Causes & Next Steps

Question
I did soem blood work and the following where elevated RA latex Turbid: 124.1IU/mL  Range 0.0 - 13.9, Vitamin D 25-Hydroxy: 9.5 ng/mL range 32.0 - 100.  What should be done with such result and what do they mean.  What should I be evaluated for besides RA.  Thanks in advance

Answer
Hi Maledi.  The Vitamin D test is a relatively new test.  The test measures a person's vitamin D, of course, but new research is showing that a person's Vitamin D level can determine their overall health.  Your Vitamin D result is very low.  This doesn't necessarily mean that you are unhealthy, but it appears that you do need to raise the amount of Vitamin D in your body.  This is achieved by getting an adequate amount of sunshine every day.  Sunlight is essential for your body to process and use the Vitamin D you may get from your diet.  If this isn't possible or you live in a cold, dreary climate in the wintertime, you can get your Vitamin D from Vitamin D (with calcium) supplements, by drinking plenty of milk, and consuming Vitamin D-fortified products (such as cereal).  Because your Vitamin D is so low, though, it may be a good idea to start taking the Vitamin D supplements regardless of how much sunshine you get per day.

Samantha