Is Vitamin B12 257 normal, high or low? What does Vitamin B12 level 257 mean?

Your Vitamin B12 level of 257 is a Normal Vitamin B12 level.

Normal 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	216.423
5-10 years	221.985
10-15 years	227.69
15-20 years	233.542
20-25 years	239.544
25-30 years	245.7
30-35 years	252.014
35-40 years	258.491
40-45 years	265.134
45-50 years	271.948
50-55 years	278.937
55-60 years	286.106
60-70 years	293.459
70-80 years	301.001
80-90 years	308.737
90-100 years	316.672
>100 years	324.81

*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	216.585
5-10 years	222.318
10-15 years	228.203
15-20 years	234.244
20-25 years	240.445
25-30 years	246.81
30-35 years	253.343
35-40 years	260.049
40-45 years	266.933
45-50 years	273.999
50-55 years	281.252
55-60 years	288.697
60-70 years	296.339
70-80 years	304.183
80-90 years	312.235
90-100 years	320.5
>100 years	328.984

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.