Is Vitamin B12 163 low, normal or dangerous? What does Vitamin B12 level 163 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 19, 2026

Your Vitamin B12 level of 163 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	214.439
5-10 years	217.934
10-15 years	221.486
15-20 years	225.096
20-25 years	228.765
25-30 years	232.494
30-35 years	236.284
35-40 years	240.135
40-45 years	244.049
45-50 years	248.027
50-55 years	252.07
55-60 years	256.179
60-70 years	260.355
70-80 years	264.599
80-90 years	268.912
90-100 years	273.295
>100 years	277.75

*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	214.542
5-10 years	218.144
10-15 years	221.806
15-20 years	225.53
20-25 years	229.316
25-30 years	233.166
30-35 years	237.081
35-40 years	241.061
40-45 years	245.108
45-50 years	249.223
50-55 years	253.407
55-60 years	257.661
60-70 years	261.987
70-80 years	266.385
80-90 years	270.857
90-100 years	275.404
>100 years	280.028

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