Also known as pyridoxine, this vitamin is widely available through many animal and vegetable sources. It is rarely lacking in a western diet, and excess supplementation may be more problematic. This can result in alteration to the nervous system presenting as tingling in the arms and legs possibly.
This private blood analysis for Vitamin B6 is accessible at all thirty one private outpatient departments around the UK.
Included in each test request for Vitamin B6 are a Doctors Referral, all Phlebotomy fees (your blood taken at a Private Hospital), all laboratory fees and includes our GP comments.
Inclusions: analysis for this analyte only.
Special Instructions: Protect from light, wrap completely in foil. Min 2 ml. Store 4C for up to 6h, then -20C. Transport frozen
Attendance Restrictions: Sample collected morning prior to any medication.
Laboratory Notes: 35 -110
Sample Container: 1 x Lavender
Fasting: If fasting is required, it will be explained on your Pathology Passport. 8 hours fasting is sufficient when it is required.