What Results Can Be Expected from the Test?

The results help determine biotin levels and whether they are within the normal range.

Are There Any Side Effects from the Test?

Side effects are typically mild, such as slight 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.

Biotin (Vitamin H) Test Price

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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 H (Biotin) by HPLC test is used to measure the levels of biotin in the blood, a vitamin that plays a crucial role in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. A blood sample is collected and sent to a laboratory, where it is analyzed using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to ensure accurate results. This test is recommended in cases of biotin deficiency, which may manifest through symptoms such as hair loss, brittle nails, and fatigue. It helps doctors assess the patient's nutritional status and determine the need for supplements or dietary adjustments to ensure healthy biotin levels, contributing to overall health improvement and better bodily functions.

Purpose Test

Diagnosing Biotin Deficiency: Which can lead to symptoms such as hair loss, weak nails, and fatigue.
Assessing Nutritional Status: To understand whether the diet is sufficient to meet the body’s vitamin needs.
Monitoring Biotin Levels During Treatment: If the patient is taking supplements or has medical conditions affecting vitamin absorption.
Determining Supplement Effectiveness: By evaluating the body’s response to biotin levels.

Recommended groups

Individuals with Symptoms of Biotin Deficiency: Such as hair loss, weak nails, and fatigue.
People Following Unbalanced Diets: Such as those who do not consume biotin-rich foods.
Individuals with Specific Medical Conditions: Such as gastrointestinal disorders that affect vitamin absorption.
People Taking Certain Medications: That may impact biotin levels in the body.
Individuals with a Family History of Vitamin Absorption Issues: Which may increase the risk of biotin deficiency.

Symptoms indicative

Hair Loss: Noticeable hair loss or thinning.
Weak Nails: Nails breaking easily or showing abnormal spots.
Fatigue and Exhaustion: Persistent tiredness without any clear cause.
Skin Issues: Such as dermatitis or rashes.
Mood Changes: Such as depression or irritability.

Normal Levels

Plasma concentration: From 100 to 200 ng/mL (or equivalent to 0.1 to 0.2 µg/mL).

What is included?

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

Conditions and notices

Fasting is not required
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 Biotin Testing and Why is it Performed?

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

How is the Test Performed?

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

Does the Patient Need to Fast Before the Test?

Fasting is typically not required, but it is advisable to follow the doctor’s instructions.

What Symptoms May Indicate the Need for the Test?

Symptoms include hair loss, weak nails, and fatigue.

Service resources and references

References and additional resources

Reference material and files associated with this service when available.

Scientific references

Mock, D. M., & Green, M. H. (2000). High-performance liquid chromatographic determination of biotin in human plasma and urine. Analytical Biochemistry.
Zempleni, J., & Mock, D. M. (2000). Biotin: Analytical methods for assessment of status in humans. Journal of Nutrition.
Renner, E., & Stangl, G. I. (2002). Measurement of biotin in blood and urine using HPLC. Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine.
Mock, D. M. (2005). Biotin analysis in clinical samples: HPLC methods and applications. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

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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

Scientific references

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