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If your vitamin B12 levels are too high on the serum vitamin B12 test, your doctor may recommend further testing
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Heres a list of its primary functions: Helps in the production of red blood cells Prevents anemia Reduces risk of complications during pregnancy Combats macular degeneration (eye disease) Maintains the health of neurons Decreases homocysteine which is linked to heart disease Improves mood and fights depression Encourages bone health Contributes to healthy hair, skin, and nails Boosts energy As you can see, vitamin B-12, also known as cobalamin, plays many roles in several aspects of overall health
Because of this and the small daily requirements, it can take a year or longer of insufficient vitamin B12 intake to develop an overt deficiency (1)
Contact your prescribing provider promptly if you experience unexpected or concerning symptoms