Question 1

what can cause elevated b12 levels?

Accepted Answer

High Vitamin B12: I understand your desire to have good Health.
High levels of vitamin B12 can occur in liver disease such as Hepatitis or Cirrhosis, and some types of Leukemia. 
However, vitamin B12 test is not usually used to diagnose these problems.
In rare cases, high levels may be found in people with Diabetes or who are obese.
See a Physician for Diagnosis, have necessary tests done and follow through.

Question 2

can b12 shot be a boost if level low?

Accepted Answer

A good maybe: I often hear that from patients--feeling more energetic from a B12 injection..Even when their level is normal..Even high-normal. So, if you have low level to start with and you need it, i don't really see the downside..So give it a shot...You may feel better.
I assume you have a work-up by your doc to make sure no anemia or low thyroid etc...
Good luck.

Question 3

my b12 level is high 980. what's the cause?

Accepted Answer

Supplement too high: High B12 level can be related to taking too much B12 supplements; most of time excess is excreted because being water soluble vitamin.In rare cases, excess B12 supplementation may cause numbness or tingling in the arm, hands and face. 
Excess vitamin B12 may contribute to anxiety symptoms, panic attacks, insomnia, worsen hyperthyroidism, rashes.

Question 4

what are common causes of an elevated b12 levels?

Accepted Answer

LAB ERROR: A serum level is not an accurate measurement for b12, which the body can store for up to several in the tissues. Local labs can usually only give us relatively accurate nutritional information about vitamin d and iron. A specialty lab must be used to measure sources other than serum, such as lymphocytic wbcs. Regardless, a high B12 in serum most likely indicates recent exposure or supplementation.

Question 5

i have elevated b12 levels (1, 983). whats this mean?

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation: If you are taking a lot of B12 then this is not a problem. If you aren't then I am sorry to tell you that high B12 levels can be a sign of serious health problems including liver ; kidney disease, myelproliferative disorders including leukemia ; polycythemia vera ; hypereosinophilic syndrome. It is important for you to be evaluated to find the underlying cause. See http://bit.Ly/1hvpcy7.

Question 6

hoping you can tell me, is level of b12 that is 289 ok?

Accepted Answer

Well----yes: But it probably means that it is accumulating in the system and not being used for its function. That would mean that you are mildly effectively B12 deficient. I can't guarantee it but it could mean that you are b1 deficient and that could reflect sugar intake.

Question 7

my b12 level is 226 (scale from 130-600) is it too low?

Accepted Answer

Probably Not: That value is in the normal range. Still that value might be associated with B12 deficiency and studying the size of the red cells and other vitamin levels can be helpful.

Question 8

my b12 is low please tell me any problems in this level?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Low b-12  can cause problems. Need to know the cause . Good thing is that it may be corrected by taking supplements. Better to take injectable form, since you may have absorption problems from. The stomach, which at be one of the reasons.

Question 9

is it bad if my b12 level is above what it's supposed to be?

Accepted Answer

It depends : B12 is not toxic so if B12 is high due to taking it, it is not bad. If someone has high B12 without taking it then it may be a sign of serious problems including myeloproliferative disorders or liver or kidney disease. High B12 does not cause these but is caused by them. Further tests are needed to find the underlying cause. See http://bit.Ly/1hvpcy7 and
 http://mayocl.In/1cmsaf0.

Question 10

what is preferable vegeterian diet for improving b12 levels ?

Accepted Answer

Challenging: ...Without a supplement, as most sources are meat / protein-based. 

For more information on options, see:  http://www.Healthaliciousness.Com/articles/foods-high-in-vitamin-b12.Php.

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Hoping you can tell me, is level of b12 that is 289 ok?

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My b12 is low please tell me any problems in this level?

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