Pyridoxine deficiency
ICD-10 E53.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pyridoxine deficiency.
Pyridoxine deficiency, also known as vitamin B6 deficiency, occurs when there is an insufficient amount of vitamin B6 in the body. This vitamin is crucial for numerous physiological functions, including amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and the production of hemoglobin. Symptoms of pyridoxine deficiency can include peripheral neuropathy, anemia, depression, confusion, and weakened immune function. The deficiency can arise from inadequate dietary intake, malabsorption syndromes, certain medications, or chronic conditions such as kidney disease. Diagnosis typically involves clinical evaluation and may be supported by laboratory tests measuring plasma pyridoxal phosphate levels. Treatment primarily focuses on dietary modification to include vitamin B6-rich foods such as poultry, fish, potatoes, chickpeas, bananas, and fortified cereals, along with supplementation when necessary. It is essential for healthcare providers to recognize the signs of deficiency early to prevent complications and ensure proper management.
Detailed dietary history and assessment of nutritional status.
Patients presenting with unexplained fatigue, neuropathy, or anemia.
Ensure thorough documentation of dietary sources of vitamin B6 and any supplementation.
Neurological assessments and symptom descriptions.
Patients with neurological symptoms such as peripheral neuropathy or cognitive changes.
Document any differential diagnoses considered and the rationale for testing.
When a patient presents with symptoms suggestive of deficiency.
Document the clinical rationale for testing and any relevant symptoms.
Ensure that the specialty performing the test is noted for accurate billing.
Common symptoms include peripheral neuropathy, anemia, depression, confusion, and weakened immune function.
Diagnosis is typically made through clinical evaluation, dietary history, and laboratory tests measuring plasma pyridoxal phosphate levels.
Foods rich in vitamin B6 include poultry, fish, potatoes, chickpeas, bananas, and fortified cereals.
Yes, treatment involves dietary modifications to include vitamin B6-rich foods and supplementation when necessary.
