Vitamin B12 - Advanced Testing.


 

Vitamin B-12 is an important vitamin as it helps in carrying out many bodily functions. From maintaining brain health to blood cell production to helping nerve function properly, the list goes on and on. There are several ways to get your B12 blood testing done. You can get your blood drawn for a blood test or settle down for a non-invasive test like that of a home urine test.

These tests will help your physician determine the levels of various aspects of your health and body as stated below:

 

● overall vitamin B-12 count of the body.

● methylmalonic acid (MMA)

● homocysteine

holotranscobalamin (holoTC)

 

There are a variety of health complications that can be caused due to low B-12 levels. Some of which are as listed below:

 

● permanent nerve damage which poses an irreversible threat.

● deteriorating brain functions and lack of coordination.

● memory loss

● temporary infertility in women and inability to convenience.

 

People who are overweight (obese) or eat a lot of meat also tend to have an elevated level as compared to others who have different food habits. High levels of vitamin B-12 can also be an active sign of liver disease, various types of leukaemia, or diabetes. Also if you happen to have contracted the coronavirus or have doubts about the probability of covid-19, then it's advisable to get a test done.

 

Who needs to take a vitamin B-12 test?

Your body doesn’t naturally produce vitamin B-12. It comes from animal products like fish, meat, and dairy. People who are at risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency are:

 

● older individuals

● children

● vegans

● athlete

● strict vegetarians

● Diabetic people

● If you need to watch out for active antibodies

Taking a vitamin B12 test is important to know how well your body is functioning.

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