Is Vitamin B12 259 normal, high or low? What does Vitamin B12 level 259 mean?

Your Vitamin B12 level of 259 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	216.465
5-10 years	222.071
10-15 years	227.823
15-20 years	233.724
20-25 years	239.777
25-30 years	245.987
30-35 years	252.358
35-40 years	258.894
40-45 years	265.599
45-50 years	272.478
50-55 years	279.535
55-60 years	286.775
60-70 years	294.202
70-80 years	301.822
80-90 years	309.639
90-100 years	317.659
>100 years	325.886

*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	216.629
5-10 years	222.408
10-15 years	228.341
15-20 years	234.432
20-25 years	240.686
25-30 years	247.107
30-35 years	253.699
35-40 years	260.467
40-45 years	267.415
45-50 years	274.549
50-55 years	281.873
55-60 years	289.393
60-70 years	297.113
70-80 years	305.039
80-90 years	313.177
90-100 years	321.532
>100 years	330.11

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.