Micronutrient, Antioxidants Panel
Use
This panel measures levels of key antioxidant micronutrients—Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin C, and Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol, Beta Gamma Tocopherol)—to assess oxidative stress-related nutritional deficiencies. Such deficiencies may contribute to chronic conditions including cardiovascular disease, cancer, aging, and cognitive decline. Results inform healthcare practitioners for dietary or therapeutic interventions to support oxidative balance and overall nutritional status.
Special Instructions
Overnight fasting is required. Coenzyme Q10 supplements should be avoided the morning of collection. Vitamin C supplements and fruits should be avoided for 24 hours prior to collection. Specimen must be protected from light—use amber tubes or wrap in aluminum foil—and separated serum aliquots shipped frozen (can be refrigerated if shipping conditions allow).
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Container
amber tube or wrapped in aluminum foil
Collection Instructions
Gently invert specimen 5 times (DO NOT SHAKE!), allow to clot for 30–60 minutes at room temperature, centrifuge 10 minutes, separate serum into 3 amber plastic transport tubes: 1 mL (0.5 mL min) for Vitamin A and E, protected from light; 1 mL (0.5 mL min) for Vitamin C, freeze immediately, protect from light, ship frozen.
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting required; avoid CoQ10 supplements the morning of test; refrain from fruits or Vitamin C supplements 24 h prior.
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