April 27, 2024 Vitamin B12 deficiency is believed to be one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the world, especially among people taking stomach acid-altering medications and antibiotics frequently, along with the elderly and sometimes vegetarians/vegans
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But even this doesnt always give a clearcut answer on whether there is a B12 deficiency Two secondary tests measure B12 function The secondary tests that measure how well B12 functions in the cells, are called functional tests
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Patients should be counseled to store the medication away from the freezer compartment and to be aware of areas in their refrigerator that may be prone to freezing