Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test, from our experts to you.
Dr Natasha Fernando MBBS, MRCGP

Medical Director

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How many
B vitamins are there?

Altogether, there are eight B vitamins, each with its purpose and role within the body. The B vitamins are all water-soluble and crucial for cell metabolism, normal functioning of the central nervous system, and the formation of red blood cells. All the B vitamins we need should be available through our diet. The B vitamins help to convert food into fuel and metabolise fats and proteins.

Why is
vitamin B1?

Thiamine (B1) is a water-soluble vitamin that's crucial in forming adenosine triphosphate, which all cells in the body need.

What's Included?

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Vitamin B1 The B vitamins are a group of 8 all water-soluble vitamins, all crucial for cell metabolism, converting food into energy, the normal functioning of the central nervous system and the formation of red blood cells. Thiamine (B1) is a water-soluble vitamin required to form adenosine triphosphate which all cells in the body need.

How to prepare
for your test

Special Instructions

Prepare for your Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Blood Test by following these instructions. Do not eat for 12 hours prior to your test. Drink plenty of water, if you take medication then you are allowed to take it as you would normally. You should take this test before you take any medication or vitamin/mineral supplements. Wrap your sample in foil immediately after it is taken.