Vitamin, Mineral, Liver function & Toxins

Are vitamin b12 tablets good for you?
After proper testing, it is beneficial for an individual with deficiency to maintain normal levels either by diet or by supplementation. However, it is advisable to consult your doctor regarding the right dosage and supplements for you.

Is the vitamin b12 test done on an empty stomach?
Vitamin B12 blood test 6-8 hours of fasting before the test.

Is vitamin b12 tested in CBC?
CBC is done to evaluate the health of blood cells like the number of white blood cells (WBCs) and red blood cells (RBCs), hemoglobin level, hematocrit, platelet count, and mean corpuscular volume (MCV; reflects size of the RBCs). VitB12 or folate deficiency can lead to megaloblastic anemia and large blood cells detected during a routine CBC.

• This blood test for vitamins B12, B9, and D to identify health risks like anemia, loss of appetite, neuropathy related to their deficiencies. 
• Heavy metal toxin levels can be damaging to the body with symptoms like muscle weakness, GI disturbance, insomnia and brain damage.
• Testing is important to eliminate health risks caused to your body by essential nutrients deficiency and heavy metal toxicity.

• If you show symptoms of deficiency and want to eliminate medical conditions associated with particular vitamin or mineral deficiency.
• In children, mineral deficiency can cause congenital abnormalities and delay growth.
• For pregnant or breastfeeding women, it is important to maintain balanced levels of vitamins and minerals for a healthy child.

• Do not engage in heavy exercise before the test
• Do not consume alcohol 24-48 hours before the test.

Are vitamin b12 tablets good for you?
After proper testing, it is beneficial for an individual with deficiency to maintain normal levels either by diet or by supplementation. However, it is advisable to consult your doctor regarding the right dosage and supplements for you.

Is the vitamin b12 test done on an empty stomach?
Vitamin B12 blood test 6-8 hours of fasting before the test.

Is vitamin b12 tested in CBC?
CBC is done to evaluate the health of blood cells like the number of white blood cells (WBCs) and red blood cells (RBCs), hemoglobin level, hematocrit, platelet count, and mean corpuscular volume (MCV; reflects size of the RBCs). VitB12 or folate deficiency can lead to megaloblastic anemia and large blood cells detected during a routine CBC.