Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 Deficiency — a silent epidemic

Data from recent studies suggest that a large number of adults have low Vitamin B12 levels. In the Indian population, Vitamin B12 deficiency is prevalent because the typical Indian diet is not a good source of Vitamin B12, and it is often missed when people are not tested.

Is this profile right for you?

• Do you have tingling in fingers or toes?
• Have you noticed forgetfulness, confusion, tremors, or chronic fatigue?
• Are your symptoms being dismissed as “normal” ageing?

Vitamin B12 Deficiency tests

Common symptoms of Vitamin B12 deficiency

Symptoms can include tingling in fingers and toes, forgetfulness, confusion, psychosis, hallucinations, tremors, depression, chronic fatigue, urinary incontinence, weight loss and shortness of breath. Unfortunately, most of these symptoms are also attributed to “normal” ageing and can be confused with other neurological diseases.

Why testing matters

Because Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in India and easy to miss clinically, laboratory testing helps detect low levels early so your physician can guide appropriate treatment and follow-up.

How to prepare & what to expect

• Consult your physician if you have neurological, mood, or fatigue-related symptoms.
• Contact our front office to book the Vitamin B12 test or a related health profile.
• Share your report with your physician for interpretation and further advice.