Vitamin B1 (thiamine) (chromatography)
Vitamins are essential micronutrients necessary for the normal functioning of the body. They play an important role in regulating metabolism, maintaining the immune system, and preserving the health of the skin, nervous system, and other vital functions.
For accurate determination of vitamin levels in the body, OLYMP CDL uses high-performance liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS), which is considered the gold standard in vitamin testing. This method provides excellent sensitivity, accuracy, and allows for multi-component analysis.
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) is a water-soluble element of group B that plays an important role in carbohydrate metabolism. It is necessary for the proper functioning of the nervous and cardiovascular systems, participates in energy production and transmission of nerve impulses.
When is a vitamin B1 test prescribed?
- When a deficiency is suspected (e.g., chronic fatigue, loss of appetite, irritability).
- To assess the condition of the nervous system, especially in the presence of symptoms of polyneuropathy.
- As part of the diagnosis of deficiency states, such as beriberi disease.
Advantages of the HPLC-MS method:
Highly efficient liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry allows accurate measurement of vitamin B1 levels in the blood. The method is highly sensitive and specific, which is particularly important for detecting both severe deficiencies and borderline conditions.