Vitamin B6 Test Price | Lahalak Medical Platform
If you experience limb numbness or mood swings, this test checks Vitamin B6 levels, responsible for nerve health and energy production.
Scientific name: Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal Phosphate) Test
The serum pyridoxal phosphate test measures the level of the active and stable form of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) in the blood. This vitamin acts as an essential cofactor in more than 100 enzymatic reactions, including amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis (such as serotonin and dopamine), and hemoglobin formation. It is used to assess def...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
8-12 hours fasting
Included Services
- Accurate analysis to diagnose the level of pyridoxal phosphate (the active form of vitamin B6) in the serum.
- Consult a specialist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- • It is recommended to stop taking vitamin B6 supplements 24-48 hours before the test, if possible, as directed by the doctor, to obtain a more accurate reading of the baseline level in the body.
- Inform your doctor about all dietary supplements and medications you are taking, especially vitamin B complex supplements or single vitamin B6.
- • The test does not usually require mandatory fasting, but it is preferable to avoid fatty meals before taking the sample.
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