Vitamin B12

₹549

Reliable diagnostic test with accurate results.

• Report Time : 24 Hours
• Sample Type : Blood
• Home Collection Available

Key Aspects of Vitamin B12: Functions: Supports energy metabolism, brain function, and nerve cell maintenance. Deficiency Symptoms: Fatigue, weakness, pale skin, numbness/tingling in hands and feet, dizziness, and cognitive issues (memory loss, depression). Causes of Deficiency: Poor diet (especially for vegetarians/vegans), pernicious anemia (lack of intrinsic factor), gastrointestinal issues, and medications like metformin or long-term antacid use. Sources: Primarily animal-based: beef, liver, chicken, fish, shellfish, eggs, and dairy. Fortified sources include cereals and nutritional yeast.