Vitamin B6 - Pyridoxine is a coenzyme that participates in the metabolism of amino acids and the synthesis of hemoglobin

It is necessary for the proper functioning of the nervous and immune system

The measurement is needed in cases of its lack is observed frequently, such as in:

1. Gastrointestinal problems, Celiac disease
2. Eating disorders - Alcoholism
3. Vigorous Sports

Indications for the need to measure are:

1. Dermatitis
2. Inflammation in the tongue, sores in the mouth - lips
3. Numbness, tingling in feet and hands
4. Anemia
5. Fatigue, insomnia
6. Difficulty in memory - concentration, depression

High doses of vitamins in long-term use are recommended to be controlled to avoid unnecessarily high or even toxic levels

For adults, indicatively valid in plasma 3.6 - 18.0 μg/L in whole blood 8.6 - 27.2 μg/L

Simple blood collection happens at any time of the day (7.30-19.30)

1. without restrictions on food from the previous day
2. without restrictions on possible medication intake
3. the result is not affected by any existing transient illness - cold

The result is given in 2-3 days