What Are the Expected Results of the Test?

The results help determine the levels of Vitamin E and whether they fall within the normal range.

Are There Any Side Effects from the Test?

Usually, side effects are minimal, such as mild pain or bruising at the blood draw site.

How Long Does it Take to Get the Results?

Results are typically available within a few days, but the duration may vary depending on the laboratory.

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Medical notice: this information is for education and service understanding. It is not a diagnosis or a recommendation for an unnecessary procedure.

About this service

The Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol) by HPLC test is used to measure the levels of Vitamin E in the blood, a powerful antioxidant that plays a vital role in protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals. A blood sample is collected and sent to a laboratory, where it is analyzed using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), ensuring high accuracy in measuring concentrations. This test is recommended in cases of Vitamin E deficiency, or when a patient shows symptoms such as weakened immunity or skin issues. It helps doctors assess the patient's nutritional status and determine the need for supplements or dietary changes to ensure healthy Vitamin E levels, contributing to overall health improvement and disease prevention.

Purpose Test

Diagnosing Vitamin E Deficiency: Which can lead to health issues such as weakened immunity and skin problems.
Assessing Nutritional Status: To understand whether the diet is adequate to meet the body’s vitamin needs.
Monitoring Vitamin Levels During Treatment: If the patient is taking supplements or has medical conditions that affect vitamin absorption.
Determining Supplement Effectiveness: By evaluating the body’s response to Vitamin E levels.

Recommended groups

Individuals with Symptoms of Vitamin Deficiency: Such as weakened immunity or skin problems.
People Following Unbalanced Diets: Such as those who do not consume enough Vitamin E-rich foods.
Individuals with Specific Medical Conditions: Such as gastrointestinal diseases that affect fat absorption.
People Taking Certain Medications: That may affect Vitamin E levels in the body.
Individuals with Genetic Conditions: That affect antioxidant levels in the body.

Symptoms indicative

Weakened Immunity: Repeated infections or illnesses.
Skin Problems: Such as dry skin or the appearance of sores.
Persistent Fatigue: Unexplained feelings of exhaustion.
Neurological Disorders: Such as numbness or muscle weakness.
Anemia: Especially if related to issues with fat absorption.

Normal Levels

Plasma concentration: 5 to 20 micrograms/mL (or approximately 11.6 to 46.4 micromoles/L).

What is included?

✓Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol) by HPLC Test
✓The optimal health guidance based on the result.
✓Personal support services from Lahalak

Conditions and notices

12 hours fasting
The terms and conditions announced on the "Lahalak" medical platform apply.
There are no special conditions for the service other than those mentioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Short answers to the FAQs published with this service.

What is the Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) Test and Why is it Done?

It is used to measure the levels of Vitamin E in the blood to assess nutritional status and detect any deficiency of the vitamin.

How is the Test Done?

A blood sample is taken and sent to a laboratory where it is analyzed using the HPLC technique.

Does the Patient Need to Fast Before the Test?

Generally, fasting is not required, but it is recommended to follow the doctor's instructions.

What Symptoms May Indicate the Need for the Test?

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References and additional resources

Reference material and files associated with this service when available.

Scientific references

Packer, L., Weber, S. U., & Rimbach, G. (2001). Molecular aspects of α-tocopherol antioxidant action and measurement by HPLC. Free Radical Biology and Medicine.
Nève, J., & Knoops, B. (1993). High-performance liquid chromatography determination of vitamin E in plasma and tissues. Journal of Chromatography B.
Burton, G. W., & Ingold, K. U. (1989). Autoxidation of biological membranes and the antioxidant role of vitamin E as measured by HPLC. Lipids.
Traber, M. G., & Atkinson, J. (2007). Vitamin E, antioxidant and nothing more. Free Radical Biology and Medicine.

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Purpose Test

Recommended groups

Symptoms indicative

Normal Levels

What is included?

Conditions and notices

Frequently Asked Questions

References and additional resources

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