Vitamin B-12

1,500.00

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A Vitamin B-12 test measures the level of vitamin B-12 (cobalamin) in your blood. Vitamin B-12 is essential for healthy nerve function, brain health, and the production of red blood cells. This test helps diagnose vitamin B-12 deficiency or excess, which can lead to symptoms like fatigue, weakness, memory problems, and anemia.

Description

Why It’s Done:
• To investigate symptoms like fatigue, tingling in hands and feet, or memory issues.
• To diagnose pernicious anemia or malabsorption conditions.
• To monitor vitamin B-12 levels in people with certain health conditions or on long-term medications.

Preparation:
• Fasting may be required for accurate results; follow your doctor’s instructions.