Description
Also known as:
Cobalamin
Vitamin B12 test is for people suffering from:
Symptoms of anaemia (weakness, tiredness, pale skin) and/or of neuropathy (tingling or itching sensations, eye twitching, memory loss, altered mental status)
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Main purpose of the Vitamin B12 test:
To help diagnose one cause of anaemia or neuropathy
To evaluate nutritional status in some people
To monitor the effectiveness of treatment for vitamin B12 deficiency
Sample Required:
Blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm
Test Preparation Required:
Review of ongoing medications and dietary supplements by the doctor
