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What does a very high level of vitamin B12 indicate?
What does a very high level of vitamin B12 indicate?
What does a very high level of vitamin B12 indicate?
High levels of serum cobalmin may be a sign of a serious, even life-threatening, disease. Hematologic disorders like chronic myelogeneous leukemia, promyelocytic leukemia, polycythemia vera and also the hypereosinophilic syndrome can result in elevated levels of cobalamin. You are recommended to check with a doctor.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is the normal range of vitamin B12?
The vitamin B12 normal range in serum typically falls between 200 pg/mL and 900 pg/mL. For elderly individuals, maintaining levels between 300 to 350 pg/mL is considered ideal to support overall health.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How do I get vitamin B12 from food?
Vitamin B12 is naturally present in foods of animal origin, including fish, meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products. In addition, fortified breakfast cereals and fortified nutritional meals.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How and why would you take vitamin B12 shots?
You will opt for taking vitamin B12 shots if your levels are too low. Below 200 pg/mL are considered for injections and medications as recommended by a doctor.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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