Know Your Blood Parameter : Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

1. Parameter Name 

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

2. Test Type 

Blood (plasma vitamin C)

3. Normal Range 

0.4–2.0 mg/dL

4. High Levels Indicate 

Excess supplementation; generally safe, possible GI discomfort.

5. Low Levels Indicate 

Deficiency causes scurvy, impaired immunity, poor wound healing.

6. Why It's Tested 

To diagnose deficiency or monitor supplementation.

7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal) 

Bleeding gums, bruising, fatigue, poor wound healing.

8. What To Do If Abnormal 

Vitamin C supplementation, improve dietary intake.

9. Common Conditions Related 

Scurvy, impaired immunity.

10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection 

Found in citrus fruits, berries, peppers, broccoli.

11. References (APA Format) 

NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. (2022). Vitamin C. 

MedlinePlus. (2023). Vitamin C test. https://medlineplus.gov