The Vitamin E (Tocopherol) test contains 1 test with 2 biomarkers.
Deficiency of vitamin E may cause extensive neuropathy in young children and, in addition, is suspect as a possible cause of motor and sensory neuropathy in older children and in adults. One likely cause of vitamin E deficiency is intestinal malabsorption, resulting from bowel disease, pancreatic disease, or chronic cholestasis. Other causes of malabsorption of vitamin E include celiac disease, cystic fibrosis, and intestinal lymphangiectasia.
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Vitamin E (Tocopherol) #931
2 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Serum - Average Process Time*: 5 to 6 days
Also known as: Alpha-Tocopherol, Vitamin E Tocopherol
Biomarkers 2
Alpha-Tocopherol
Beta-Gamma-Tocopherol
*Process times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.