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What would cause intrinsic factor to dissipate or not bind to elements in digestion, assuming no hereditary factors or gastric bypass?

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Vitamin deficiency: old age and vitamin deficiency are believed to be causes of intrinsic factor loss. It remains crucial for b 12 uptake. The stomach has cells to help but the discovery of intrinsic factor dissipation or non uptake should be thoroughly discussed with your doctor .

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Answered 3/12/2018

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