Vitamin B6, Pyridoxal Phosphate Test in Dwarka Sector-10, Delhi

Pyridoxal Phosphate belongs to the family of 6 vitamers and is determined as the biologically active form of Vitamin B6 due to its role in number of enzymatic reactions. Pyridoxal is also involved in amino acid metabolism, hemoglobin synthesis, nervous system, and immune system. The main sources of vitamin B6 complex are fish, chicken, pork, legumes, bananas, etc. The deficiency of Pyridoxal Phosphate can lead to burning mouth syndrome. It is also considered to be the leading factor for carpal tunnel and tarsal tunnel syndrome. The deficiency can also lead to weakness and depression.