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  5. I'm a bit worried because my B12 level is 50, suggesting a deficiency, but all my CBC measurements are in the normal range. Should I be concerned about anything specific? Also, since it seems like I've had this B12 deficiency for years, what kind of effects might this have had on my body?

I'm a bit worried because my B12 level is 50, suggesting a deficiency, but all my CBC measurements are in the normal range. Should I be concerned about anything specific? Also, since it seems like I've had this B12 deficiency for years, what kind of effects might this have had on my body?

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I'm a bit worried because my B12 level is 50, suggesting a deficiency, but all my CBC measurements are in the normal range. Should I be concerned about anything specific? Also, since it seems like I've had this B12 deficiency for years, what kind of effects might this have had on my body?

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Last updated on 20 Feb 2025

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