Description
A vitamin B6, pyridoxine blood test measures the amount of vitamin B6 in your blood. It can help determine if you have a deficiency or high levels of vitamin B6.
Purpose
- Assess vitamin B6 status: Determine if you have a deficiency or high levels of vitamin B6
- Monitor treatment: Track the success of a vitamin B6 supplementation program
- Evaluate health: Provide clues about anemia, heart disease, skin problems, and lack of energy
When it may be needed
- If you have a condition or habits that increase your risk of vitamin B6 deficiency
- If you have a chronic illness, like rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
- If you have kidney disease or malabsorption syndromes
- If you take certain medications or are dependent on alcohol
Fasting not required.
