However, its common for blood tests to reveal inaccurate information regarding B12 levels since a high percentage is stored in the liver and not always revealed through testing (for example, taking large amounts of folic acid has been found to mask vitamin B12 deficiency in some patients)
This helps us confirm B12 is appropriate for you and agree on the right type and schedule
For daily routines, this means avoiding direct mixing with high-concentration LAA serums
These include serious infection, uremia or renal failure, drugs with bone marrow suppression properties (e.g., chloramphenicol), or concurrent undiagnosed folic acid or iron deficiency anemia
Because the absorptive anatomy is preserved after LAGB, routine prophylactic B12 injections are not standard practice for all gastric banding patients
Improved Mood and Mental Clarity: Adequate B12 levels are associated with better mood regulation and cognitive function