Is Vitamin B12 157 low, normal or dangerous? What does Vitamin B12 level 157 mean?

Your Vitamin B12 level of 157 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	214.313
5-10 years	217.678
10-15 years	221.096
15-20 years	224.567
20-25 years	228.093
25-30 years	231.674
30-35 years	235.311
35-40 years	239.005
40-45 years	242.757
45-50 years	246.568
50-55 years	250.439
55-60 years	254.371
60-70 years	258.365
70-80 years	262.421
80-90 years	266.541
90-100 years	270.726
>100 years	274.976

*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	214.412
5-10 years	217.879
10-15 years	221.402
15-20 years	224.982
20-25 years	228.62
25-30 years	232.317
30-35 years	236.074
35-40 years	239.892
40-45 years	243.771
45-50 years	247.713
50-55 years	251.719
55-60 years	255.79
60-70 years	259.926
70-80 years	264.129
80-90 years	268.4
90-100 years	272.74
>100 years	277.15

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.