Blood sample from a patient is collected to measure the level of Vitamin E. Vitamin E deficiency can cause hemolytic anemia, a broad range of neurologic deficits including loss of proprioception and vibratory sensation, impaired immune system response.
This test is useful for evaluation of individuals with motor and sensory neuropathies. Monitoring vitamin E status of premature infants requiring oxygenation. Evaluation of persons with intestinal malabsorption of lipids.
0-17 years: 3.8-18.4 mg/L
> or =18 years: 5.5-17.0 mg/L
Significant deficiency: <3.0 mg/L Significant excess: >40 mg/L
