Is Vitamin B12 120 low, normal or dangerous? What does Vitamin B12 level 120 mean?

Your Vitamin B12 level of 120 is a Low Vitamin B12 level.

Low Vitamin B12 levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 211 pg/mL and 911 pg/mL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal Vitamin B12 range for men is :211 - 911 pg/mL

Ideal values of Vitamin B12 depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Vitamin B12 value
<5 years	213.532
5-10 years	216.094
10-15 years	218.687
15-20 years	221.311
20-25 years	223.967
25-30 years	226.655
30-35 years	229.375
35-40 years	232.128
40-45 years	234.914
45-50 years	237.733
50-55 years	240.586
55-60 years	243.473
60-70 years	246.395
70-80 years	249.352
80-90 years	252.344
90-100 years	255.372
>100 years	258.436

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Vitamin B12 levels include:

• Crohn disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Celiac disease
• Reduced stomach acid production
• Pancreatic insufficiency

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Normal range of Vitamin B12 found among women :211-911 pg/mL

Ideal values of Vitamin B12 depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Vitamin B12 value
<5 years	213.608
5-10 years	216.248
10-15 years	218.921
15-20 years	221.627
20-25 years	224.366
25-30 years	227.139
30-35 years	229.946
35-40 years	232.788
40-45 years	235.665
45-50 years	238.578
50-55 years	241.527
55-60 years	244.512
60-70 years	247.534
70-80 years	250.594
80-90 years	253.691
90-100 years	256.827
>100 years	260.001

If you take a Vitamin B12 blood test and the results are not in the normal range (211-911 pg/mL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Vitamin B12 Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Vitamin B12 test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Vitamin B12 levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Vitamin B12 test results are usually available within a few hours.