Vitamins · Blood test
Vitamin B12 test in Raipur
A vitamin B12 test is a blood test that measures vitamin B12, which gives the body energy and keeps nerves and blood cells healthy. It is often measured together with folate.
- Price
- ₹1100
- Fasting
- Not needed
- Results
- by 11:00 am same day
- Collection
- At home or at our lab
What the test measures
Vitamin B12
The amount of B12 in your blood.
MMA (related test)
Methylmalonic acid is sometimes used to confirm a deficiency. It is a separate test.
Who may need this test
- Tiredness, pins and needles, numbness, weakness, a sore tongue, memory problems or low mood
- Strict vegetarians and vegans, and older people
- Stomach or bowel conditions or surgery, and long-term use of metformin or acid-reducing medicines
- Blood tests that suggest a type of anaemia
A low result may be confirmed with a further test. See a doctor if you have symptoms, because early diagnosis matters and some problems can be permanent.
How to prepare
- Follow the fasting instruction shown at booking. Medical sources differ, so we show the one our lab uses.
- Tell us about every medicine and any B12 or multivitamin supplement you take.
- Do not stop any medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
What can affect your result
- Metformin, proton pump inhibitors, phenytoin, colchicine and some other medicines
- Pregnancy and some blood or liver conditions
- High-dose folic acid, which can hide a B12 deficiency
How home collection works
- Book a time slot. No account is needed.
- Our phlebotomist arrives with barcoded vials. You confirm their identity with an OTP.
- Your sample travels cold-chain to our lab in Shankar Nagar.
- The M.D. pathologist signs your report, and you are notified on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to fast for a vitamin B12 test?
Follow the instruction shown at booking. Medical sources differ on fasting for this test.
Why is B12 often tested with folate?
Both affect blood cells and nerves, and a lack of either can cause a similar type of anaemia.
Can my medicines change my B12 level?
Yes. Metformin and acid-reducing medicines are common examples. Tell us and your doctor about everything you take.
Can I book a vitamin B12 test at home in Raipur?
Yes. A HealthMark phlebotomist collects the sample at your address anywhere we serve in Raipur. You can also visit our lab in Shankar Nagar.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Suraj Kumar Choudhury, Senior Consultant Pathologist & Physician, on . This page is for information and is not medical advice.