B-B2-Vit

Vitamin B2 helps the body to produce energy, and it is involved in the functioning, growth, and development of cells. In addition, it is involved in the metabolism of lipids, medicinal agents and steroids – and, if necessary, also other B vitamins. Furthermore, vitamin B2 maintains the balance of the amino acid homocysteine in the blood. It is also called riboflavin.

We get vitamin B2 from eggs, liver, kidneys, low-fat meat and milk, green vegetables, and whole-grain products.

When should vitamin B2 levels be measured?

Riboflavin deficiency can cause:

• skin disorders
• throat pain
• sores in the corners of the mouth
• swollen and cracked lips
• liver disorders
• hair loss
• reproductive and nervous system disorders

What does a vitamin B2 test measure?

Measuring the level of vitamin B2 in the blood indicates whether the body has enough vitamin B2.

The test does not give the reason for the deficiency, namely, whether vitamin deficiency is caused by insufficient intake or an absorption disorder.