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Why is a vitamin B-12 level test useful?
Why is a vitamin B-12 level test useful?
Why is a vitamin B-12 level test useful?
The sole purpose of this test is to determine deficiency of B12 in the body.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
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What is the normal range of vitamin B12?
A serum vitamin B12 level between 200 pg/mL and 900 pg/mL is considered normal, however, values ranging between 300 to 350 pg/mL is recognised as a marker for a desirable status in the elderly.
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Why is it called vitamin B12 and not C12?
It cannot be called C12 even if the central molecule is cobalmin. It is called B12 only.
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Can you pop some vitamin B12 for a quick energy boost?
No, you are recommended to check with a doctor before taking vitamin B12.
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What are low vitamin B12 levels?
Patients with B12 levels below 200 pg/mL are considered deficient or low.
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VITAMIN B12
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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