Cuidado con la Biotina y los examenes de laboratorio.

FDA issues warning on biotin The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) iswarning that biotin may significantly interfere with laboratory tests. Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is often found in dietary supplements used for hair, skin, and nail growth. However, the FDA warns that these supplements could contain up to 650 times the recommend daily intake of biotin. According to the FDA, "Biotin in blood or other samples taken from patients who are ingesting high levels of biotin in dietary supplements can cause clinically significant incorrect lab test results. The FDA has seen an increase in the number of reported adverse events, including one death, related to biotin interference with lab tests." The FDA is encouraging providers to talk to patients about the biotin supplements they may be taking. When it comes to avoiding medical snafus, preparation is key. Read more on how to prevent and manage common adverse events in Dermatology World.

Benjamin Hidalgo-Matlock

Skin Care Physicians of Costa Rica

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