Why is a vitamin B-12 level test useful?
The sole purpose of this test is to determine deficiency of B12 in the body.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Patients with B12 levels below 200 pg/mL are considered deficient or low.
There is no sure shot way to decrease vitamin B12 levels, however, research hints that drinking alcohol moderately helps in decreasing vitamin B12 levels to a certain extent.
They are an integral part of B complexes. The key difference between vitamin B3 and B12 is that vitamin B3 is important in controlling cholesterol and triglyceride levels in our blood, whereas vitamin B12 is important as a cofactor in DNA synthesis for both fatty acid and amino acid metabolism.
One can improve B12 by consuming all dairy products (milk, curd, cheese) are a good source of Vitamin B12. In addition, one can include red meat once a week to boost vitamin B 12 intake
The role of vitamin B 12 is very crucial as without enough red blood cells, your tissues and organs don't get enough oxygen. As a result your body cannot work well. You will suffer from weak musles, numbness and extreme fatigue.
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