Vitamin B-12 is an important vitamin for many bodily functions, such as brain health, blood cell production, and proper nerve functioning.
A vitamin B-12 level test checks the amount of vitamin B-12 in the blood or urine to gauge the body’s overall vitamin B-12 stores.
Vitamin B-12 is necessary for several bodily processes, including nerve function and the production of DNA and red blood cells.
Uses of Vitamin B12 Test:
1. Determine the cause of a patient’s symptoms
2. Monitoring a patient’s health over time
3. Screening of asymptomatic people for vitamin B12 deficiency.