Bone Health Advanced (DPD) Home Test Kit
Assess the rate of bone breakdown and essential minerals, proteins and vitamins
Bone Health Advanced (DPD) Home Test Kit
Assess the rate of bone breakdown and essential minerals, proteins and vitamins
£169.00
Includes FREE delivery!
Bones can feel like a “set and forget” part of health until a small fall causes more damage than you expected, or you notice persistent joint discomfort or height loss. Risk often builds quietly with age, menopause, family history, smoking, alcohol use, or conditions that affect nutrient absorption.
The Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test looks at bone resorption, how quickly your body is breaking bone down, using deoxypyridinoline (DPD). It also checks key markers that support bone maintenance, including calcium, vitamin D, albumin and alkaline phosphatase.
If you want a clearer picture of bone turnover and the factors that influence bone strength over time, this test offers objective data you can act on. Order your kit to move from guesswork to clarity.
How would you like to take your test?
How would you like to take your test?
What the Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test is for
This test panel extends our standard bone health panel by measuring the rate of bone breakdown (bone resorption).
A higher level of bone resorption markers means higher bone turnover and higher bone loss. This leads to an increased risk of osteoporotic fractures.
We also measure the essential minerals, protein and vitamins involved in the production & maintenance of healthy bones and teeth.
Bone is a living tissue that is constantly being broken down and rebuilt. This balance can be disrupted through dietary or hormonal changes leading to reduction in the minerals which contribute to bone density and strength.
This can lead to osteoporosis and a marked increase in risk of fracture, with the risk increasing with age, especially for women.
This panel can also indicate if other processes are on-going. For example, high DPD levels suggest increased bone resorption which can be seen in osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and other factors that affect bone such as Paget's disease, bone cancers, fracture and bone infections.
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What's included in your test?
Your test kit will contain the following sample types which the laboratory will use to test your sample:
The following sample guidance is required for this test, please follow carefully:
- One easy self-collection sample
- Please collect the first urine of the day, this is typically the most concentrated so ensures the best results.
- Note that both a blood and urine sample are required for this test. Since this combination is commonly used for sexual testing your kit may be labelled as such.
Get tested fast with a home test kit, using a finger-prick blood and urine sample. Collect easily with no needles, with free priority postage to an accredited laboratory.
You can also opt for a clinic visit, for professional sample collection by experienced staff, in a comfortable & caring environment.
This Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test measures the following biomarkers to assess the rate of bone breakdown and essential minerals, proteins and vitamins.
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Learn how the self collection process works, what's in the kit, and your options for clinic and home nurses visits.
How this works ›Why take the Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test?
This test is suited to people who want to understand whether they may be losing bone faster than expected and what might be contributing.
It is particularly relevant if you are over 50, especially if you are a woman, menopausal, Asian or Caucasian, or smaller framed.
Consider it if you smoke or used to, drink alcohol regularly, have a family history of osteoporosis, or have had fractures that suggest reduced bone strength.
It can also be useful if you have a gastrointestinal condition such as IBS that may affect nutrient absorption and bone maintenance.
- Are aged over 50, especially if you are a woman
- Are an Asian or Caucasian woman, who are at higher risk of osteoporosis
- Are currently menopausal, which can lead to deficiencies
- Are smaller framed or petite with smaller bones
- Are, or have been, a smoker
- Drink alcohol regularly or are a binge drinker
- Have family history of osteoporosis
- Have had fractures before, indicating your bones may not be as strong
- Have had gastrointestinal disease (e.g. IBS)
Order your Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test and get the insights you need to feel your best.
Expert Analysis In An Accredited Laboratory
Once your sample reaches the UKAS-accredited lab, the magic begins. But this isn't simple science – we insist on state-of-the-art automated technology to ensure your results are processed with unmatched accuracy and efficiency.
- UKCA marked test kits for full regulatory compliance.
- IVDD certified diagnostics for total quality reassurance.
- Medically led UKAS accredited laboratory testing for accurate results.
Dr. Kate Bishop
Chief Scientific Officer
"All testing is conducted by healthcare professionals in a medically-led laboratory. Accredited lab testing is the best way to be confident that your test results are accurate. Get tested now for complete reassurance."
Delivery and results
The Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test offers a Finger-prick blood and urine home test kit, clinic visit or home nurse visit for sample collection. Kits are posted to your home free of charge.
Easily sampling from home or at a clinic offers you the most convenient and stress-free way to get tested. Your test also includes free 24 hour tracked sample return to the laboratory.
1. Order Your Test
2. Post Your Samples
3. Get Your Results
Albumin (ALB) is a protein produced by the liver and is the most abundant protein in the blood.
It transports components throughout the body, nourishes tissues & prevents blood vessel leakage.
Albumin is highly sensitive to liver damage so lower levels can indicate when the liver is damaged.
Many other factors also affect albumin levels, such as malnutrition, acute illnesses and inflammation.
| Test | Result | Reference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albumin | 47g/L | 34 - 50 | Normal |
47 Albumin (ALB) is a protein produced by the liver and is the most abundant protein in the blood. It transports components throughout the body, nourishes tissues & prevents blood vessel leakage. | |||
| Calcium | 2.63mmol/L | 2.20 - 2.60 | High |
| Alkaline Phosphatase | 66IU/L | 35 - 104 | Normal |
| Deoxypyridinoline | 28.0nmol/l | See Ratio | |
| Phosphate | 1.69mmol/L | 0.87 - 1.45 | High |
| Vitamin D | 210nmol/L | 50 - 200 | High |
| Adjusted Calcium | 2.60mmol/L | 2.20 - 2.60 | Borderline High |
| Urinary Creatinine | 0.50g/l | See Ratio | |
| Deoxypyridinoline / Creatinine Ratio | 6.34nm/mM Cr | 3.0 - 7.4 | Normal |
Traffic Light System Instantly see which health markers are in a healthy range (green), borderline (yellow), or need attention (red).
Detailed Explanations Each marker includes an overview of its role in your body, what it means to have high or low levels, and actionable tips to improve.
Tracked Changes See how your health markers have changed over time, track your progress, and optimise your health.
Expert Guidance We don't just hand over data – we empower you with insights to make informed decisions about your health.
What happens after your results?
We Explain your lab report by adding clarity and context, helping you understand your results.
Advanced AI summarises key findings, highlights patterns across markers, and explains what results like these are commonly associated with.
Testing shows where you are today. Prevent helps you focus on where you want to be.
Using your test results, metrics and symptoms, you can gain further insights to achieve your health goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Home test kits contain full instructions and everything you need to safely collect and return your sample. Please see the following details relating to this test below:
- One easy self-collection sample
- Please collect the first urine of the day, this is typically the most concentrated so ensures the best results.
- Note that both a blood and urine sample are required for this test. Since this combination is commonly used for sexual testing your kit may be labelled as such.
We also have a guide on how to collect a high quality sample which you may find useful.
The Vitall test is available online for just £169.00. Your home test kit will be dispatched by free first class post for delivery to your door.
When you checkout to buy your Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test online we also offer additional options, including:
- Visit the Patient Reception in central London for just £35. Your Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test sample can be collected by a qualified nurse for immediate analysis.
- Have a nurse visit you to collect the sample for your Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test, this is nationwide for just £79.
Whichever option you choose at checkout, buying the best Bone Health Advanced (DPD) test online in the UK with Vitall ensures high quality results from an accredited laboratory.
Take control of your health today with one of Vitall’s home blood tests.
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