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9480. Vitamin B3 (nicotinamide)
Important information
*The test is performed at Synevo laboratory in Germany
Description
Vitamin B3) (niacin, nicotinic acid, nicotinamide, vitamin P, vitamin PP) is involved in enzymatic reactions, metabolism, and energy production.
When and who needs the test?
- In the presence of symptoms that may indicate nicotinamide deficiency (dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, glossitis).
- In individuals at risk of developing vitamin B3 deficiency.
- In conditions associated with malabsorption.
- In the presence of Hartnup syndrome.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...
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