Is Vitamin B12 140 low, normal or dangerous? What does Vitamin B12 level 140 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: March 3, 2026

Your Vitamin B12 level of 140 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	213.954
5-10 years	216.949
10-15 years	219.986
15-20 years	223.066
20-25 years	226.189
25-30 years	229.356
30-35 years	232.567
35-40 years	235.823
40-45 years	239.125
45-50 years	242.473
50-55 years	245.868
55-60 years	249.31
60-70 years	252.8
70-80 years	256.339
80-90 years	259.928
90-100 years	263.567
>100 years	267.257

*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	214.043
5-10 years	217.13
10-15 years	220.261
15-20 years	223.437
20-25 years	226.659
25-30 years	229.927
30-35 years	233.243
35-40 years	236.606
40-45 years	240.018
45-50 years	243.479
50-55 years	246.99
55-60 years	250.552
60-70 years	254.165
70-80 years	257.83
80-90 years	261.548
90-100 years	265.32
>100 years	269.146

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.

Medical References

• WebMD – Vitamin B12 Blood Test: Uses, Normal Range, and Results
• NIH – Vitamin B12 - Health Professional Fact Sheet
• MedlinePlus – Vitamin B12 level