B0027
Beta carotene
Test Details: Beta carotene, a fat soluble nutrient, is a precursor to vitamin A. Hence beta carotene deficiency may lead to vitamin A deficiency. Deficient vitamin A leads to development of xerophthalmia, keratinisation of skin and mucous membrane, drying and scaling of skin, growth retardation and infection predisposition in children.
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Category
Advanced Routine Diagnostics
Pre-test Information
Clinical details & history is mandatory.
Report Delivery
6 working days
Gender
All
Organ
Skin
Beta carotene
4570
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