Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-4) (Vitamin K2, Menaquinone-4, Serum)
The test determines the level of vitamin K2 (menaquinone-4), participating in coagulation regulation and bone tissue metabolism. Vitamin K2 promotes activation of proteins responsible for calcium fixation in bones and preventing its deposition in blood vessels. The study evaluates the risk of bone and cardiovascular metabolism disorders.
Note: This test is NOT intended for screening vitamin status assessment.
What the test evaluates:
- Menaquinone-4 level in blood serum
- Calcium-dependent process condition
Biomaterial: Venous blood
- Draw blood fasting
- Exclude fatty food 24 hours before
Medications:
Anticoagulant and vitamin K intake to be coordinated with attending physician
- With bone tissue diseases
- With vascular disorders
- With coagulation indicator changes
- For vitamin status assessment
Low vitamin K2 - possible deficiency - elevated risk of bone metabolism disorders and vascular calcification
Normal level - sufficient vitamin K2 supply
Elevated level - may be associated with vitamin K preparation intake or therapy features
Important: Vitamin status correction and treatment prescription determined by physician.
