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My b12 is at 200 ng/l lab reference is 130-800. i have bile acid malabsorption. is this level acceptable for everyone, or could i benefit from more ?
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Could use more: It would be prudent to consult your doctor for the need to take supplemental vitamin B12. It can given as an injection, a pill to be swallowed or a pill kept under the tongue. Your doctor who knows more about your health would be able to advise better.
Answered 11/30/2015
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