Regular consumption of these foods or supplements is essential, especially for vegetarians and vegans, to maintain adequate B12 levels and support energy, red blood cell production, and nerve function
Clinicians may monitor complete blood counts, vitamin B12 levels, methylmalonic acid, homocysteine, potassium, or other markers depending on the situation
Coverage is more likely if you have an underlying health condition that prevents your body from properly absorbing Vitamin B12 from food or supplements, such as pernicious anemia or certain gastrointestinal disorders, or if you have had specific surgeries like gastric bypass
Injections may be given weekly or biweekly for a short period when levels are low or symptoms are present
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In some cases, a bone marrow biopsy may be necessary