In women, abnormal development of the Mullerian ducts can lead to a condition known as uterus didelphys, in which the woman has a double set of reproductive tract organs-two each of the uterus, cervix, and vagina.
This test measures the level of Vitamin B6, or Pyridoxine, in the blood. It is recommended that the patient avoid alcohol and vitamins for 24 hours before testing. This Vitamin B6 Test is a blood test. An 8-12 hour fast is recommended before testing. It typically takes 4 business days or less.
Your doctor may recommend a certain time period for fasting; however, the standard amount of time is about eight to 12 hours of no food before having blood drawn. Schedule your blood test for early in the morning so you'll only need to fast overnight to meet requirements. Fast for eight hours before a glucose test. The test is typically conducted in the morning while your body is still in a resting place for a more accurate reading.