Is vitamin B12 deficiency the same as iron deficiency?
No, they are not the same.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
A serum vitamin B12 level between 200 pg/mL and 900 pg/mL is considered normal, however, values ranging between the values are considered good and safe.
If you are experiencing unexplained tiredness along with vomitting and loose motions then you might have B12 deficiency. Get a test done to know the exact cause.
They last long as long as 2 months.
One should not let the levels drop because B 12 defiency causes megaloblastic anemia which can have trouble getting oxygen to your tissues and organs.
You must contact a doctor immediately as high levels of vitamin B12 may indicate kidney or liver disorders. Depending upon your condition your doctor will recommend medications or dietary changes to lower vitamin B12 levels which are higher than anything over 900 pg/mL.
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