Vitamin B12 Test in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak Platform
Regain focus and energy with a Vitamin B12 test, essential for nerve health, red blood cell formation, and preventing chronic fatigue and memory loss.
Scientific name: Vitamin B12 Test
A vitamin B12 (cobalamin) test measures the concentration of this water-soluble vitamin in blood serum. It plays a crucial role in the formation of healthy red blood cells, in cell metabolism, in the function of the nervous system (where it is involved in myelin formation), and in DNA synthesis. It is absorbed in the intestines with the help of int...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
8 hours fasting preferred
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to diagnose the level of vitamin B12 in the blood serum.
- Consult a specialist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting for 6-8 hours is recommended.
- Inform the technician of any dietary supplements containing vitamin B complex or B12 that are being taken.
- Some medications (such as metformin for diabetes, or proton pump inhibitors for the stomach) can affect absorption or the outcome.