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Vitamin B12 Deficiency Test
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The amount of Vitamin B12 is quantified in this test by analyzing a sample of saliva that you can collect using the special swab included in the test kit. After collecting the sample, you simply send the sample to our lab using the mailer that is also included in the test kit and you will receive the results of the test over the mail in just a few days. The test result derived through a cutting edge procedure at our lab is accurate and reliable. The detailed instruction manual that accompanies the test kit will guide you through the process of collecting the sample and mailing it for analysis.
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a very important water soluble vitamin which is accumulated in the kidney, liver and other tissues. A deficiency of Vitamin B12 would eventually lead to pernicious anemia, characterized by immature, larger than normal red blood cells. Although very little amount of Vitamin B12 is required for the normal functioning of your body, a comparatively higher supply is required through diet or supplements since the body does not absorb vitamin B12 very well.
Beside Vitamin supplements, normal diet could also contribute in large way to the level of Vitamin B12 in your body. Liver, Eggs, cheese and Kidneys hold an abundant supply of Vitamin B12. If you are a pure vegetarian, you could run the risk of Vitamin B12 deficiency since fruits and vegetables are a very poor source of vitamin B12. The elderly run a higher risk since the ability of the body to absorb vitamin B12 declines with age.
What is vitamin B12? What are the main functions of vitamin B12? What are the common symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency? How vitamin B12 levels effect the pregnancy? What is the relation between vitamin B12 and cardiovascular diseases? What are the rich sources of vitamin B12? What are the recommended dietary intakes of vitamin B12? Are there any side effects of excess of vitamin B12 levels in the body? What is vitamin B12 deficiency? Why is it so important?
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If you are looking for an easy and quick way to measure the level of Vitamin B12 in your body, you have found it. Vitamin B12 is a very essential factor that influences your health in a big way.The amount of Vitamin B12 is quantified in this test by analyzing a sample of saliva that you can collect using the special swab included in the test kit. After collecting the sample, you simply send the sample to our lab using the mailer that is also included in the test kit and you will receive the results of the test over the mail in just a few days. The test result derived through a cutting edge procedure at our lab is accurate and reliable. The detailed instruction manual that accompanies the test kit will guide you through the process of collecting the sample and mailing it for analysis.
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a very important water soluble vitamin which is accumulated in the kidney, liver and other tissues. A deficiency of Vitamin B12 would eventually lead to pernicious anemia, characterized by immature, larger than normal red blood cells. Although very little amount of Vitamin B12 is required for the normal functioning of your body, a comparatively higher supply is required through diet or supplements since the body does not absorb vitamin B12 very well.
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The first signs that are observed when there is a deficiency of Vitamin B12 would be the development of neurological symptoms similar to the Alzheimer’s disease and senile dementia. Vitamin B12 deficiency is often misdiagnosed as Alzheimer’s disease and goes untreated in a vast majority of cases. These symptoms can be completely cured if and when proper Vitamin B12 supplementation is consumed.Beside Vitamin supplements, normal diet could also contribute in large way to the level of Vitamin B12 in your body. Liver, Eggs, cheese and Kidneys hold an abundant supply of Vitamin B12. If you are a pure vegetarian, you could run the risk of Vitamin B12 deficiency since fruits and vegetables are a very poor source of vitamin B12. The elderly run a higher risk since the ability of the body to absorb vitamin B12 declines with age.
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