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Medication Related Nutrient Check

The Medication Related Nutrient Check measures Ferritin, Iron, Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC), Vitamin B6, Zinc, and Prealbumin to assess nutrients that medications may lower over time. These tests help identify nutrient-related contributors to fatigue, weakness, nerve symptoms, and poor nutrition associated with long-term medication use.

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Medication Nutrient Depletion Panel; Medication Vitamin & Mineral Panel; Medication Nutrition Balance Panel; Medication Micronutrient Check; Medication Nutritional Support Panel

The following is a list of what is included in the item above. Click the test(s) below to view what biomarkers are measured along with an explanation of what the biomarker is measuring.

Ferritin

Ferritin is a protein found inside cells that stores iron so your body can use it later. A ferritin test indirectly measures the amount of iron in your blood. The amount of ferritin in your blood (serum ferritin level) is directly related to the amount of iron stored in your body.

Also known as: Iron and TIBC, Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity TIBC, TIBC

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Iron Binding Capacity

Total iron binding capacity (TIBC) is a blood test to see if you may have too much or too little iron in the blood. Iron moves through the blood attached to a protein called transferrin. This test helps your doctor know how well that protein can carry iron in the blood.

Iron, Total

Iron is a mineral that our bodies need for many functions. For example, iron is part of hemoglobin, a protein which carries oxygen from our lungs throughout our bodies. It helps our muscles store and use oxygen. Iron is also part of many other proteins and enzymes. Your body needs the right amount of iron. If you have too little iron, you may develop iron deficiency anemia. Causes of low iron levels include blood loss, poor diet, or an inability to absorb enough iron from foods. People at higher risk of having too little iron are young children and women who are pregnant or have periods.

Also known as: Thyroxine Binding Prealbumin, Thyroxine-binding Prealbumin, Transthyretin

Prealbumin

Prealbumin, also called transthyretin, is one of the major proteins in the blood and is produced primarily by the liver. Its functions are to carry thyroxine (the main thyroid hormone) and vitamin A throughout the body. This test measures the level of prealbumin in the blood.

Also known as: B6, B6 Vitamin, Pyridoxal, Pyridoxal Phosphate, Pyridoxal Phosphate (PLP), Vitamin B6 Pyridoxal Phosphate

Vitamin B6

Also known as: ZN, Plasma

Zinc

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The Medication Related Nutrient Check panel contains 5 tests with 7 biomarkers .

What This Panel Does

This panel checks nutrients that medications may slowly reduce over time.

Low nutrients can contribute to fatigue, weakness, nerve symptoms, and balance issues.

This panel helps show how medications may be affecting:

  • Iron levels

  • Nerve-supporting vitamins

  • Protein and nutrition status

Who This Panel Is Best For

This panel is commonly chosen by:

  • People on long-term medications

  • Those with fatigue or weakness

  • Adults with low appetite or weight loss

  • Caregivers monitoring nutrition

Tests Included and How They Support Medication Monitoring

Nutrient markers:

  • Ferritin to assess iron storage

  • Iron and TIBC to evaluate iron availability

  • Vitamin B6 to support nerve and brain health

  • Zinc to support immune and nerve function

  • Prealbumin to reflect short-term nutrition and protein status

Frequently Asked Questions

Can medications lower nutrients?
Yes. Many medications affect absorption or metabolism.

Does this panel recommend supplements?
No. Results should be discussed with a provider.

What panel is commonly paired with this one?
Medication Safety, Balance & Clearance Panel.

Is this panel only for older adults?
No. Anyone on long-term medications may benefit.

Can caregivers order this panel?
Yes.

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