Vitamin B12 in Lunavada
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What foods are rich in vitamin B12?
Numerous items are rich in vitamin B12, including:
- Beef liver
- Chicken liver
- Fish
- Shellfish
- Enriched cereal for breakfast
- Cheese
- Yoghurt
- Spinach
- Beetroot
- Banana
- Potato
- Mushroom
- Low-fat milk
- Eggs
Who is more at risk for vitamin B12 deficiency?
People are risk of low concentrations of vitamin B-12 are:
- Elderly individuals
- Children
- Vegetarians
- Vegans
Which immune system disorder causes vitamin B12 deficiency?
Pernicious anemia is an autoimmune disease caused by vitamin B12 deficiency due to atrophic gastritis or loss of parietal cells or lack of intrinsic factor.
What signs or indications may a child have of low B12 levels?
Rarely, newborns who are breastfed by moms who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet and who do not receive the proper supplements can develop vitamin B12 insufficiency. Due to megaloblastic anemia or neurological abnormalities, B12 deficiency can result in life-threatening illnesses in children and newborns.
- Developmental milestones can be delayed
- Seizures
- Eating issues
- Hypotonia
- Lethargy
- Hyperirritability
- Microcephaly
Why should I book a Vitamin B12 test with Sterling Accuris ?
Sterling Accuris Diagnostics is at the forefront of pathology services in India, with international quality standards. Our NABL-accredited laboratory specializes in providing quick and reliable diagnosis support for hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare facilities across the country.
It is extremely convenient to book a Vitamin B12 test in Lunavada with us that would give you accurate and precise results at a great price. We also offer a safe home collection service for your convenience.
What other packages does Sterling Accuris offer?
Sterling Accuris offers a range of packages including Senior citizen (male and female) package, healthy heart profile, diabetes profile, vitamin profile, covid immunity package and much more. Visit our website to learn more about these packages.
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For us, precision care, safe sample collection, timely delivery of reports, and precise reporting of patient results while adhering to health and safety precautions are the cornerstone of our success.
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Yes. We do provide home collection services at your doorstep.
Please go ahead and book your visit today from our top menu options in this website / chat or do call us on 812 813 0000.
How long does it take to receive test results?
Though most tests are completed and reported within about 24 hours of receiving the sample for testing, certain tests take several days to weeks.
Your soft copy will be sent on registered email id and Whatsapp. Also, you will receive SMS with link to download your report. Also, your report is available on our website / app.
To know the status of the report, you can call our customer care team on 812 813 0000.
Is there any preparation or precautions for patient before tests or body checkup?
Fasting maybe required in case of a few tests to ensure accurate results.
In general, it is also advisable to abstain from alcohol and heavy diet at least for 24 hours before any health test. You can see the requirement for each test on the product page on our website / app.
Vitamin B12 Test in Lunavada
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Sterling Accuris Diagnostics offers the Vitamin B12 test in Lunavada to assess the levels of vitamin B12, an essential vitamin involved in metabolism.
Overview of Vitamin B12 Test
With its ability to aid red blood cell formation, regulate metabolism and support neural functioning, Vitamin B-12 (cobalamin) is important for sustaining the healthy maintenance of cells. The vitamin B12 test checks for deficiencies of vitamin B12 (also called cobalamin) to aid in diagnosing disorders like macrocytic amnesia, CNS disorders, etc. Vitamin B12 deficiency often results from insufficient supplements through diet or intestinal malabsorption due to intestinal diseases.
Get a Vitamin B12 Test near you to help detect such problems promptly before they become serious. For an accurate diagnosis, you can head to Sterling Accuris Diagnostics for a Vitamin B12 Test in Lunavada.
Why and When is a Vitamin B12 Test Done?
Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin essential for biosynthesis. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause macrocytic anemia, glossitis (inflamed tongue), peripheral neuropathy, weakness, hyperreflexia, ataxia, poor coordination, and affective behavioral changes. On the other hand, elevated vitamin B12 levels can also be indicative of disorders such as renal failure, diabetes, etc. It is thus important to assess the levels of this vitamin for prompt treatment.
A doctor may recommend a vitamin B12 test if a person exhibits the following symptoms:
- Dizziness
- Confusion
- Irregular heart rate
- Pale skin
- The tingling sensation of extremities
- Sore tongue
- Sore throat
- Imbalance of body
- Fatigue
Sterling Accuris Diagnostics runs a Vitamin B12 Test in Lunavada that is highly sensitive and provides accurate results. If you are regarded as an at-risk patient, this testing is crucial.
Vitamin B12: Main Highlights
- Instructions: No fasting is required.
- Recommended age group: All age groups
- Sample type for test: Blood sample in plain (serum) tube
How To Interpret Vitamin B12 Test Report
The normal ranges of vitamin B12 in males and females are:
Test | Range |
Vitamin B12 | 187.00 - 833.00 pg/mL |
Vitamin B12 levels increased in:
- Chronic granulocytic leukemia
- Chronic inflammatory lung disease (COPD)
- Chronic renal failure
- Diabetes
- Liver damage like hepatitis, cirrhosis
- Obesity
- Polycythemia vera
- Protein malnutrition
- Chronic congestive heart failure
- Some cancers
Vitamin B12 levels decreased in:
- Abnormalities of cobalamin transport or metabolism
- Crohn disease
- Dietary deficiency (e.g., in vegetarians)
- Diphyllobothrium (fish tapeworm) infestation
- Gastric or small intestine surgery
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Intestinal malabsorption
- Intrinsic factor deficiency
- Late pregnancy
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