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Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine Test in Chandigarh
No special precautions
Sample Type
Blood
Recommended for
Male, Female
Report
Within 1 Week
Blood test at Home
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Vitamin B6 Test in Chandigarh Details in Brief
| Also Known As | Pyridoxine Test, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal Phosphate) Test |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Helps detect vitamin B6 deficiency or excess, evaluate nerve function, assess nutritional status, and monitor treatment in metabolic or anaemic conditions |
| Preparation | Avoid taking vitamin B6 supplements for at least 24 hours before the test |
| Fasting | Fasting not required |
| Reporting Time | 1 Week |
| Cost | 3,500 |
What is a Vitamin B6 Test in Chandigarh?
The Vitamin B6 Test in Chandigarh measures the level of pyridoxal phosphate (PLP) — the active form of vitamin B6 — in your blood. Vitamin B6 is essential for maintaining healthy nerves, brain function, and energy metabolism.
This test helps diagnose vitamin B6 deficiency or toxicity, especially if you have symptoms such as tingling, fatigue, mood changes, or anaemia. It uses a blood sample collected in an EDTA vacutainer and is analysed using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), a highly precise testing method.
What Does a Vitamin B6 Test Measure in Chandigarh?
The test evaluates your body’s vitamin B6 levels to understand:
- Nutritional health: Detects if your diet provides sufficient vitamin B6.
- Nerve and brain function: Identifies vitamin-related causes of neuropathy or mood disorders.
- Metabolic and blood health: Helps diagnose sideroblastic anaemia or metabolic disorders.
- Drug interaction effects: Detects vitamin depletion due to medications like isoniazid or cyclosporine.
- Supplement monitoring: Checks for excess vitamin B6 intake leading to toxicity.
Who Should Consider a Vitamin B6 Test?
- Persistent fatigue, anaemia, or weakness
- Tingling or numbness in your hands and feet
- Mood swings, irritability, or depression
- Skin inflammation, cracked lips, or sore tongue
- Poor immunity or frequent infections
- Ongoing vitamin therapy or drug treatments affecting vitamin absorption
What Is the Purpose of a Vitamin B6 Test?
The Vitamin B6 Test in Chandigarh helps identify whether low or high levels of vitamin B6 are contributing to symptoms such as nerve pain, mood changes, or anaemia. It allows your doctor to tailor dietary or supplementation plans and monitor potential side effects of medications that interfere with vitamin metabolism.
Vitamin B6 Test Booking & Reports – Metropolis Healthcare
How To Book Vitamin B6 Test with Metropolis Healthcare in Chandigarh?
Booking your Vitamin B6 Test in Chandigarh is easy and convenient:
- Visit the Metropolis Healthcare website or app and select the Vitamin B6 Test.
- Choose your preferred time slot and provide your address for home sample collection.
- Alternatively, visit your nearest Metropolis Lab in Chandigarh to provide the sample directly.
How Long Does It Take to Get the Vitamin B6 Test Report from Metropolis Healthcare in Chandigarh?
Reports are generally available after 1 Week once your sample is processed at the lab.
Note: Reporting time may vary based on your location.
Where Can You View or Collect Your Vitamin B6 Test Results?
You can easily access your reports via:
- Metropolis Healthcare website (login using your registered details)
- Metropolis Healthcare App
- Email or WhatsApp delivery
- Physical copy from your nearest Metropolis Lab in Chandigarh
Is Home Sample Collection Available for the Vitamin B6 Test in Chandigarh Near You?
Yes. Metropolis Healthcare provides home collection services across Chandigarh. A trained phlebotomist will visit your home at your convenience, collect the blood sample safely, and ensure it is wrapped in aluminium foil to protect it from light for accurate results.
Guide to Interpreting Vitamin B6 Test Results
What Your Vitamin B6 Test Results May Indicate
|
Parameter |
Normal Range |
High Values May Indicate |
Low Values May Indicate |
|
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal Phosphate) |
8.7 – 27.2 ng/mL |
Excessive supplement use, potential toxicity, or overmedication |
Deficiency, poor diet, drug-induced depletion, alcoholism, or chronic illness |
Understanding Abnormal Vitamin B6 Results by Parameter
|
Parameter |
High Values May Indicate |
Low Values May Indicate |
|
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal Phosphate) |
Vitamin B6 toxicity, supplement overuse, nerve irritation or neuropathy |
Nutritional deficiency, anaemia, medication effects, or metabolic disorders |
What Preparations Are Needed for a Vitamin B6 Test?
To ensure reliable results, follow these simple steps before your test in Chandigarh:
- Avoid supplements: Stop taking vitamin B6 supplements for at least 24 hours before testing.
- No fasting required: You may eat and drink normally before your appointment.
- Inform your doctor: Discuss any medicines that may affect vitamin B6 levels, such as isoniazid or penicillamine.
- Sample protection: Your sample will be covered with aluminium foil to prevent light exposure.
- Stay hydrated: Drink water as usual before your test to ease sample collection.
Vitamin B6 Test Price in Different Cities
The cost of a Vitamin B6 Test may vary depending on your location. Here's a table showing the approximate price range for the Vitamin B6 Test at Metropolis Healthcare in major Indian cities:
|
City |
Approximate Cost (INR) |
|
₹ 3,500 to ₹ 3,700 |
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₹ 3,500 to ₹ 3,700 |
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₹ 3,500 to ₹ 3,700 |
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₹ 3,500 to ₹ 3,700 |
The Vitamin B6 Test cost may vary depending on the city and the specific tests included in the panel. However, Metropolis Healthcare offers competitive Vitamin B6 Test prices across major cities in India.
References
- Bender, D. A. (1994). Novel functions of vitamin B6. Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, 53(3), 625–630. PMID: 7886055
- Dakshinamurti, K., & Dakshinamurti, S. (2007). Vitamin B6: Metabolism, functions, and clinical implications. Molecular Aspects of Medicine, 28(1), 1–13. PMID: 17207913
- Leklem, J. E. (1990). Vitamin B6: A status report. Journal of Nutrition, 120(Suppl 11), 1503–1507. PMID: 2243301
- Di Salvo, M. L., Contestabile, R., & Safo, M. K. (2011). Vitamin B6 salvage enzymes: Mechanism, structure, and regulation. Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) – Proteins and Proteomics, 1814(11), 1597–1608. PMID: 21784152
Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine Test Price in Chandigarh
Metropolis Healthcare is a leading diagnostics centre and pathology lab in India equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technologies that provides the Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine Test with a clear pricing structure
The price of Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine Test in Chandigarh is ₹ 3,500
We are committed to deliver accurate and quality results from the best labs in India with complete transparency regarding test cost and turnaround time. No matter where you are, we strive to offer patients high-quality service that is affordable and accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
It measures the level of active vitamin B6 (pyridoxal phosphate) in your blood to detect deficiency or excess affecting your nerves and metabolism.
Yes, avoid taking vitamin B6 or multivitamin supplements for at least 24 hours before the test.
No, fasting is not required. You can eat and drink normally before your test.
A healthcare professional draws blood from your arm into a light-protected EDTA tube, which is then tested using HPLC.
Yes, certain drugs like isoniazid, cyclosporine, or penicillamine may reduce vitamin B6 levels.
The normal range is typically between 8.7 and 27.2 ng/mL.
High levels often result from excessive supplement use and may cause nerve irritation or neuropathy.
Tingling in hands or feet, fatigue, anaemia, mood changes, or low immunity can indicate deficiency.
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