Is Vitamin B12 173 low, normal or dangerous? What does Vitamin B12 level 173 mean?

Your Vitamin B12 level of 173 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	214.65
5-10 years	218.363
10-15 years	222.141
15-20 years	225.984
20-25 years	229.894
25-30 years	233.871
30-35 years	237.917
35-40 years	242.033
40-45 years	246.22
45-50 years	250.48
50-55 years	254.813
55-60 years	259.221
60-70 years	263.706
70-80 years	268.268
80-90 years	272.909
90-100 years	277.63
>100 years	282.433

*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	214.76
5-10 years	218.587
10-15 years	222.482
15-20 years	226.446
20-25 years	230.481
25-30 years	234.588
30-35 years	238.768
35-40 years	243.023
40-45 years	247.353
45-50 years	251.761
50-55 years	256.247
55-60 years	260.813
60-70 years	265.46
70-80 years	270.19
80-90 years	275.005
90-100 years	279.905
>100 years	284.893

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.