Vitamin E (Tocopherol) — Normal Range, Role, Deficiency
Updated: June 2025
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) is a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from lipid peroxidation. Deficiency is rare, usually occurring with fat malabsorption disorders.
Reference Range
5–20 мг/л (12–46 мкмоль/л)
Causes of Elevation
- Insufficient intake (rare)
- Fat malabsorption (celiac disease, cystic fibrosis)
- Liver disease
- Abetalipoproteinemia
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