82380 Assay of carotene
Pathology & Lab
Also known as: serum carotene, beta-carotene level, nutritional assessment
Chromatographic or spectrophotometric measurement of carotene in serum to assess nutritional status and fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
Clinical Context
Elevated carotene indicates excess supplementation; low levels suggest malabsorption or malnutrition.
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