Methodology for a Biochemical Evaluation Based on Criteria Recommended for a Nutrition Survey by the Interdepartmental Committee on Nutrition for National Defense.
Abstract
A protocol is presented for methods to determine several blood and urine components for a biochemical evaluation of nutritional status. The protocol is an extension of that recommended for nutrition surveys recommended by the Interdepartmental Committee on Nutrition for National Defense. The methods include analyses for the following blood components: vitamins A and C, carotene, hemoglobin, protein, albumin, globulin, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, and transketolase activity. Also included are methods for determination of urinary thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, N1-methylnicotinamide, vitamin B6, folacin, and creatinine. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1972
- Accession Number
- AD0749809
Entities
People
- Robert Robertson
- Victor Frattali
Organizations
- Naval Medical Research Center