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Book Vitamin B-12 Test in Delhi

Also known as Vitamin B-12, B-12

Avail Vitamin B-12 Test in Delhi through the MFine app. You can book your Vitamin B-12 Test from reputed lab partners of MFine and get samples collected from your doorstep. Post sample collection, the test reports will be available for download within the next 48 hours. A Vitamin B-12 Test is usually recommended to help diagnose atrophic gastritis, pernicious anaemia, Crohn’s disease, Grave’s disease and lupus.... View more

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Vitamin B-12 Test by MFine Diagnostics, NCR (All Track)

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Vitamin B-12 Test by Rapidx Pathology Labs (Covid Homecare), Delhi

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How to avail Vitamin B12 Test in Delhi?

On the MFine app, select location as Delhi and search for Vitamin B12 test in Delhi.

Based on your preference, choose the lab partner and select a time slot for sample collection.

A lab technician will be assigned 12 hours before the scheduled time slot.

The lab technician will arrive at your doorstep for collecting the sample.

The report will be available for download on the app within 48-72 hours.

What is the Vitamin B12 Test Used For?

Vitamin B12 tests can be done either alone or with other blood tests. Doctors usually suggest these tests when there is a health condition known as megaloblastic anaemia. When the absorption of vitamin B12 is poor, which can be due to a condition called pernicious anaemia. This is a form of megaloblastic anaemia.

Vitamin B12 test is also used when there are symptoms related to the nervous system. If the B12 levels are low in the body and you may experience numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, loss of balance, and weakness.

The following are the other reasons why the test is used:

To monitor the nerve abnormalities such as peripheral neuropathy.
When there is a problem with balance.
If there are complaints of weakness and loss of appetite.
To detect dementia, that is a problem with the memory function.
To understand the cause of mouth ulcers.

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What is included in a Vitamin B12 Test?

Vitamin B12 is also known as cobalamin. With the help of this test, the amount of B12 in the body is measured. These test results will help in diagnosing anaemia and defects related to the nervous system.

Vitamin B12 Test Procedure

The vitamin B12 test procedure includes the collection of blood samples.
The lab technician will insert the needle into your vein for the collection of the blood.
Once enough sample is collected, the needle is removed from the vein.
The part from where the sample is collected will be covered by a bandaid.
The test sample is then sent to the lab for further testing.

How to Prepare for the Vitamin B12 Test?

Before test	During test
It is not mandatory to fast for 8-10 hours before the test.	There might be slight pain and bruising on the arm from where the blood is collected. However, these symptoms will go away quickly

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Things to consider after the Vitamin B12 Test is completed.

After the vitamin B12 test is completed, you can have any type of food.
Once the test results are obtained, depending on the range of vitamin B12 in your body, the doctor will prescribe the required medications.
Most of the time, vitamin B12 deficiency can be treated by improving the diet. Including vitamin B12 foods such as meat, seafood, dairy products, eggs, and poultry can help in improving the deficiency.
Another way to improve the deficiency is by consuming supplements. However, if any nerve damage has happened due to the deficiency, it could be permanent.

What type of infections can a Vitamin B12 test detect?

With the help of a vitamin B12 test, pernicious anaemia or trouble in absorbing vitamin B12 can be detected. This is the condition in which the red blood cells do not seem to be healthy. The overall health of red blood cells is dependent on this vitamin. When there is a lack of vitamin B12, the red blood cells do not grow fully. The main function of red blood cells is to carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Therefore, deficiency of vitamin B12 leads to anaemia. When a person becomes anaemic, it leads to susceptibility to infections but as such vitamin B12 test does not detect any infections.

How much does the Vitamin B12 Test Cost?

The prices of the test vary from city to city. However, the starting price is between ₹250 and ₹450. From the below table, you can book the test:

City Name	Starting Price
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Bangalore	₹ 280
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Hyderabad	₹ 307
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Kolkata	₹ 455
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Delhi	₹ 277
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Chennai	₹ 455
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Mumbai	₹ 455
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Noida	₹ 277
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Gurgaon	₹ 277
Book Vitamin B12 Test in Pune	₹ 455

How long does it take to get Vitamin B12 Test Results?

Once the test samples are collected, it is sent to the lab of your choice for further testing. After the testing is completed, the vitamin B12 test results will be available on the app for download within the next 24-48 hours.

Book Vitamin B12 Test in your city and get the test results within 24-48 hours.

Is Vitamin B12 a Definitive Test?

Yes, vitamin B12 is a definitive test as it is used for diagnosing if B12 deficiency is the cause of anaemia or neuropathy.

How to read the Vitamin B12 Blood Test Report?

The following table explains the vitamin B12 levels in an adult along with the ranges and units. Depending on the range, the doctors will get to know if the patient is having a normal, or high or low levels of vitamin B12 in the blood.

Vitamin B12 levels in adults	Range	Unit (picograms per millilitre)
Normal values	Between 190 and 950	pg/mL
High values	Above 900	pg/mL
Low values	Below 200	pg/mL

What affects the Vitamin B12 Test Results?

Methylmalonic acid and homocysteine can affect the test results. As the methylmalonic acid increases, vitamin B12 levels decrease. The change in the level of homocysteine affects vitamin B12 as there will be a change in the metabolism.

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Why to book Vitamin B12 Test in Delhi?

To check the vitamin B12 levels.
To detect deficiencies related to vitamin B12 such as anaemia or neuropathy.

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What does Vitamin B12 Test measure?

The high or low levels of vitamin B12 is measured.
It is important to know that vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin which is known as cobalamin and this is important for the proper functioning of the body.

Vitamin B12 Test Preparation

Before undertaking the test, 8-10 hours of fasting is recommended. This is to make sure that the results are accurate. Therefore, early dinner on the previous day should be helpful before getting the test done. During these 8 - 10 hours of fasting, water consumption is only allowed.

What happens to Vitamin B12 Test Sample?

Once the sample is collected, it is sent to our accredited lab of your choice (selected while booking) for further processing. After 48-72 hours, the reports of vitamin B12 test is then available for download on the MFine app.

What do Vitamin B12 abnormal results indicate?

Results are said to be abnormal when the levels of vitamin B12 are either high or low. In case of high levels of vitamin B12, the following is the possible indication: Excess consumption of foods rich in vitamin B12 In case of low levels of vitamin B12, the following are the possible indications: Anaemia Gastritis Limited consumption of vitamin B12 rich foods In either case, it is advisable to consult your doctor to understand the test reports better.

Precautionary requisites for Vitamin B12 Test

There are no special precautions concerning the vitamin B12 test. However, it is a good practice to keep your doctor informed if you are undergoing any medication.

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Frequently Asked Questions | FAQs

What is the ideal requirement for vitamin B12 by humans?

For adults (both men and women) the recommended dietary allowance for vitamin B12 is 2.3 micrograms. Whereas for children the recommended requirement is between 0.4 and 2.4 micrograms. However, during pregnancy, the requirement of vitamin B12 can go up to 2.6 micrograms and 2.8 micrograms during lactation.

Can excess vitamin B12 result in toxicity?

No, excess intake of vitamin B12 will not result in toxicity. This is because vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin and therefore, all the extra amount of unused vitamin is flushed out of the body. However, it is better to consult a doctor before consuming any supplements.

Who should consume vitamin B12 supplements?

Vitamin B12 supplements are consumed by people who find difficulty in achieving their daily consumption target through diet. The supplements are available either as B-complex supplements or in the form of cyanocobalamin. It is a good practice to consult a doctor before consuming supplements as they can interfere with other medicines such as H2 blockers and metformin.

Name the food items that are rich in vitamin B12.

Most animal-based food items are rich in vitamin B12 such as poultry and eggs, red meat, fishes like salmon and tuna, and dairy products.

What are the consequences of B12 deficiency?

If the B12 deficiency is left untreated, it can lead to neurological and psychiatric problems. The functioning of nerve signalling and weakness in muscles are also caused due to neglected B12 deficiency.

How to treat vitamin B12 deficiency?

In most cases, B-complex vitamin is prescribed by the doctors either to prevent or to treat the deficiency. If the condition is worse that is, if the absorption of B12 has reduced, then vitamin B12 injections are prescribed.

What is vitamin B12?

Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin, that is, vitamin B12 is not produced by our body. There are external sources through which we can get vitamin B12. these sources are fish, meat, and dairy products. Another way of intaking vitamin B12 is through the consumption of cyanocobalamin. Vitamin B12 is also known as cobalamin.

What is the procedure for the vitamin B12 test?

The blood sample is collected by inserting a needle into the vein. The collected blood sample is then analyzed by qualified lab technicians. Once the report is ready, it will be available for download on the Mfine app within 48-72 hours.

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