Is Vitamin B12 286 normal, high or low? What does Vitamin B12 level 286 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: November 16, 2025

Your Vitamin B12 level of 286 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	217.035
5-10 years	223.242
10-15 years	229.627
15-20 years	236.194
20-25 years	242.949
25-30 years	249.897
30-35 years	257.044
35-40 years	264.395
40-45 years	271.957
45-50 years	279.735
50-55 years	287.735
55-60 years	295.964
60-70 years	304.429
70-80 years	313.136
80-90 years	322.092
90-100 years	331.304
>100 years	340.779

*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	217.216
5-10 years	223.615
10-15 years	230.202
15-20 years	236.983
20-25 years	243.964
25-30 years	251.151
30-35 years	258.549
35-40 years	266.165
40-45 years	274.006
45-50 years	282.078
50-55 years	290.387
55-60 years	298.941
60-70 years	307.747
70-80 years	316.813
80-90 years	326.146
90-100 years	335.754
>100 years	345.645

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