Is Vitamin B12 181 low, normal or dangerous? What does Vitamin B12 level 181 mean?

Your Vitamin B12 level of 181 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	214.819
5-10 years	218.707
10-15 years	222.666
15-20 years	226.696
20-25 years	230.799
25-30 years	234.976
30-35 years	239.229
35-40 years	243.559
40-45 years	247.967
45-50 years	252.455
50-55 years	257.024
55-60 years	261.676
60-70 years	266.412
70-80 years	271.234
80-90 years	276.143
90-100 years	281.141
>100 years	286.23

*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	214.934
5-10 years	218.941
10-15 years	223.023
15-20 years	227.181
20-25 years	231.416
25-30 years	235.73
30-35 years	240.125
35-40 years	244.602
40-45 years	249.162
45-50 years	253.807
50-55 years	258.539
55-60 years	263.359
60-70 years	268.269
70-80 years	273.27
80-90 years	278.365
90-100 years	283.555
>100 years	288.841

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.