Online Doctor Consultation & Medicines
  • Login
  1. Home
  2. Lab-Tests specific Q&A
  3. VITAMIN B12
  4. Digestive System

  5. What are the reasons vitamin B12 does not get absorbed?

What are the reasons vitamin B12 does not get absorbed?

What are the reasons vitamin B12 does not get absorbed?

Pernicious anemia is one reason why B12 does not get absorbed in the body. The other reasons are lack of hydrocholoric acid in the stomach which can prevent B12 absorption.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Share

Related Questions

Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?

When proton pump inhibitors are taken for more than two years, it has been associated with depletion of vitamin B12.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Share

How can I reduce my high vitamin B12, i.e. 1484 in amount?

You are recommended to check with a doctor. Otherwise you can drink alcohol in moderation to reduce your B12 levels naturally.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Share

Why should I check my vitamin B12 levels if I'm going vegan?

This is because vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, it has been reported that 1.5 to 15% people globally have vitamin B12 deficiency.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Share

Which are the easily available sources of Vitamin B12?

All dairy products are a good source of Vitamin B12. In addition, one can include red meat once a week to boost vitamin B 12 intake

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Share

Does every edible insect have vitamin B12?

Yes, insects have high level of Vitamin B12 it is estimated that they have the higest amount of vitamin D per 100 grams in powdered state.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Share

VITAMIN B12

Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12

  • Reports: Same Day
  • No preparation required
book a lab test

Get medicines delivered in 2 hrs

Access past pharmacy bills for easy reorder.