Serum Vitamin B12

25-OH Vitamin D (Total) is a diagnostic test performed to assess specific medical conditions. It provides essential clinical information to aid in diagnosis and treatment decisions. Please consult your doctor for details.

Indication: Measures retinol levels, crucial for vision and immunity. Why it's needed: Deficiency can lead to night blindness, dry eyes, and impaired immunity.

Indication: Measures biotin levels, important for skin, hair, and metabolism. Why it's needed: Deficiency may cause hair loss, skin rash, or neurological symptoms.

Indication: Active form of Vitamin B6, involved in numerous enzyme functions. Why it's needed: Evaluates causes of anemia, neuropathy, or seizures, especially in patients on certain medications.

Indication: Panel of B-group vitamins including B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12. Why it's needed: Useful in assessing fatigue, anemia, nerve issues, and poor diet.

Indication: Crucial for blood clotting and bone health. Why it's needed: Deficiency may lead to excessive bleeding or osteoporosis, often checked before surgery or with prolonged antibiotics.

Indication: Measures niacin (Vitamin B3) levels. Why it's needed: Deficiency may lead to pellagra, causing skin issues, diarrhea, and neurological symptoms.

Indication: Measures levels of vitamin B2, essential for energy metabolism. Why it's needed: Deficiency may lead to fatigue, mouth sores, skin disorders, or anemia.

Indication: Measures thiamine, vital for nerve and heart function. Why it's needed: Deficiency causes beriberi or Wernicke’s encephalopathy, especially in alcoholism.