Vitamin A+E

Clinical significance:

Serum vitamin A (retinol) determination is useful in the diagnosis of dusk blindness, malabsorption syndrome, and in assessing the efficacy of parenteral therapy.

Vitamin A is an antioxidant that protects cellsrs from oxidative stress. It is part of the retinave of the eye, ensuring proper vision. In addition, it participates in the synthesis of steroid hormonesl. Deficiencyr of retinol manifests itself in poor vision at dusk, weakening of the hairt and claws, as well as excessive keratinization, dryness and peeling of the skint.

Vitamin E (tocopherol) is a powerful antioxidant, preventing damage to blood vessels and oping the aging process. It plays an important role in protecting the body from the risk of developing degenerative metabolic diseasesb. It supports normal ovulation in women and sperm production in men and has a beneficial effect on the skinhand.

A deficiencyr of this vitamin is found very rarely, usually in peopler with celiac disease, cystic fibrosis or malabsorption. It manifests as fatigue, weakness, anemia, impaired concentration, vision, menstrual cycle disorders or infertility, and hair lossw.

The use of vitamin E supplementation for a prolonged period of time can contribute to disorders of the digestive system, muscle weakness, headachesl and general fatigue.