• Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 and folate are part of the B vitamins group. B12 is important for red blood cell and DNA formation, as well as brain and nerve cell development. Folate is also important for red blood cell formation, and crucial in early pregnancy to reduce certain brain and spinal birth defects. It can give an indication of nutritional and/or malabsorption statuses.
Extreme fatigue, “brain fog”, disturbed vision, problems with judgement and understanding can all be linked to a deficiency of Vitamin B12. This test will determine whether your levels are appropriate and if you need to seek medical advice for anaemia. the most common cause of vitamin B12 deficiency in the UK.
Anyone suffering from the symptoms of low vitamin B12 deficiency