Member Comments are provided by individuals and reflect their personal opinions only. Under NO circumstances should you act on any advice or opinion posted in this forum. ALWAYS check with your personal physician before taking any action regarding your health! MedHelp International and our partners, sponsors and affiliates have no obligation to monitor any comments posted on this site, or the content and/or accuracy of such exchanges. MedHelp International does not endorse the views of any user.
Pregnancy (Expert Forum)
B12 deficiency
Answered by
Keith Downing, MD - Obstetrics, Gynecology
MA
This forum is for questions and support regarding pregnancy issues such as: Alcohol/Drugs, Bleeding, Caesarean Section, Childbirth, Diabetes, Depression, Fetal Monitoring, Genetic Testing, Hormonal Changes, Labor, Lamaze, Morning Sickness, Nutrition, Parenting, Prenatal Care, Weight gain.
B12 deficiency
by chrismon, Jun 04, 2008 02:06PM
Hi Dr Downing,
My blood test shows a Vitamin B12 level of 196 ( normal range is 200 to 615). Do you think I should worry about this level as we are TTC for 2 months now?
I had a misscarriage in Dec 2007 and I am currently on 1500 mg Glumetza/day and Pregovit with Folic Acid.
Thank you for your time,
My blood test shows a Vitamin B12 level of 196 ( normal range is 200 to 615). Do you think I should worry about this level as we are TTC for 2 months now?
I had a misscarriage in Dec 2007 and I am currently on 1500 mg Glumetza/day and Pregovit with Folic Acid.
Thank you for your time,
Doctor's Answer
by Keith Downing, MD, Jun 05, 2008 03:28PM
, Jun 05, 2008 03:28PM
Hello,
First, I'd have you talk with your internist (or the physician who ordered the lab). I don't think the B12 level is concerning. That said, you should consider increasing your intake in B12 rich foods (e.g., fortified breakfast cereals, salmon/trout, lean beef tenderloin, shellfish and others).
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
First, I'd have you talk with your internist (or the physician who ordered the lab). I don't think the B12 level is concerning. That said, you should consider increasing your intake in B12 rich foods (e.g., fortified breakfast cereals, salmon/trout, lean beef tenderloin, shellfish and others).
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
