B12
What is B12?
Vitamin B12 (also known as cobalamin) is an important nutrient that your body needs but can't produce on its own. You can obtain B12 by consuming animal products, nutritional yeast, or fortified foods. B12 helps your body make red blood cells, helps with DNA production, and is required for the development and function of the brain and spinal cord.
Why is it included in Hormone+?
SiPhox Health includes B12 in the female Hormone+ panel because of its significance to reproductive health and pregnancy.
B12 is critical for the analysis of a variety of issues:
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Anemia Check: Low B12 levels may cause a type of anemia called pernicious anemia. This is when your body can't make enough healthy red blood cells, which can leave you feeling weak and tired.
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Nerve Function: Long-term B12 deficiency may lead to nerve damage, which can cause tingling and numbness in the hands and feet, balance problems, and memory difficulties (dementia).
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Health in Older Adults: Sometimes, older people have trouble absorbing B12, which can lead to a deficiency. Doctors often check B12 levels in older adults who are feeling weak, tired, or confused.
- Hormonal and Reproductive Health: Vitamin B12 has been shown to play a critical role in hormonal regulation, fertility levels, and sperm health.
How can I better understand my results?
The quantity of B12 intake differs for pregnant and non-pregnant adult females.
- Reference range: 180 - 914 pg/mL
- Normal: 200 - 800 pg/mL
- Suboptimal: < 200 pg/mL
- Recommended intake (adults): 2.4 micrograms per day
- Recommended intake (pregnant): 2.6 micrograms per day
- Recommended intake (breastfeeding): 2.8 micrograms per day
If your B12 is low, you can easily acquire more as it naturally occurs in many foods (clams, beef liver, nutritional yeast, etc.) or through supplementation.
Where can I learn more?
Healthline (video) - Supplements 101: Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin B12
DISCLAIMER: IF YOU ARE CONCERNED WITH ANY OF YOUR RESULTS, PLEASE CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN.