AF404 - VITAMIN B3, NICOTINAMIDE, SERUM Detail

VITAMIN B3 (Nicotinamide), SERUM measures the level of vitamin B3 in the blood, which is essential for energy production, skin health, nervous system function, and DNA repair. Deficiency of vitamin B3 can lead to pellagra, a condition characterized by diarrhea, dermatitis, and dementia. Low levels may be seen in malnutrition, chronic alcohol use, malabsorption, or certain metabolic disorders. This test helps assess nutritional status and guide supplementation when deficiency is suspected.