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Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test

 


Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test

£0.00 - £130.00
£0.00
£130.00
£130.00 - £130.00
£130.00

This test is used to assess a thiamine deficiency, which can lead to symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, nerve damage, and cardiovascular problems.

  • Biomarkers: 1
  • Turnaround: 10 days

Due to special sample handling requirements (immediate freezing and transportation), this test is only available at our Crawley location.

Simple and accurate blood test from a laboratory you can speak to.

Step 1. Choose sample collection option

Currently selected option: CLINIC APPOINTMENT

  • Add same or next day appointment during checkout.
  • Rapid results - no waiting for the kit, no finger pricking, no posting the sample back.
  • Blood collection from your arm by our professional nurses.
  • Single appointment covers all your tests on the day.
  • Clinics in London, Brighton/Hove, Croydon, Guildford, Reigate, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Crawley.

Clinic too far? Get a home kit by selecting "HOME KIT" as sample option, it's the same test.

About the test

Vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in energy metabolism and the functioning of nerve cells. In medical and nutritional contexts, there are several ways to assess thiamine status in the body, and various markers and tests can be used to evaluate thiamine levels and deficiency. 

The concentration of thiamine in the blood can be measured to assess thiamine status. The most commonly used blood marker for thiamine is thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP). Low levels of TPP in the blood can indicate thiamine deficiency.

Clinical symptoms of thiamine deficiency can include fatigue, muscle weakness, nerve problems (such as numbness or tingling), confusion, and heart-related issues. The presence of these symptoms, especially in the context of a known inadequate thiamine intake, can suggest thiamine deficiency.

Thiamine deficiency is rare in developed countries due to the availability of thiamine-rich foods and fortified foods. However, it can occur in certain populations, such as individuals with alcohol use disorder, malnutrition, or certain medical conditions that impair thiamine absorption or utilisation.

1 Biomarker

  1. VITAMINS

    - Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) - Total
    - Turnaround time for this test is around 10 working days

Symptoms and tags

Chronic fatigue, Fatigue, Muscle pain, Tingling, and Weakness