VITAMIN B 12
Types
- Vitamin B12 is necessary for the synthesis of red blood cells, maintenance of nervous system, and growth and development in children. Deficiency can cause Vit B12 neuropathy
- B12 is necessary for the rapid synthesis of DNA during cell division, especially where cells are dividing rapidly, particularly bone marrow tissues respon...
Description
- Normal range & Test Units : 200-910 pg/ml
When to get Tested
- When there is s/s of Neuropathy ( Tingling, Numbness, burning in feet, hands, arms and legs)
- When there is s/s of deficiency ( Diarrhoea, Dizziness, fatigue , Sore tongue , Shortness of breath , Rapid heart rate , Confusion , Irritability )
Elevated Level
- Myeloproliferative disorders, leukemias
- Leukocytosis
- Some cancers especially with liver metastasis
- Liver disorders like hepatitis ,cirrhosis
- Ingestion of vitamin A,C ,estrogen anticonvulsants
- Uremia
Decreased Level
- Pernicious anaemia
- Gastro intestinal disorders ( Sprue , Celiac disease )
- Inflammatory bowel disease( Crohns , Ulcerative colitis)
- Pancreatic Insufficiency
