Other tests they may do include: Advertisement Since vitamin B12 absorption is blocked, your healthcare provider may prescribe intramuscular vitamin B12 injections
Vegetarians and vegans are at a higher risk of developing vitamin B12 deficiency as they do not consume animal-based products, which are the primary sources of vitamin B12
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Minor side effects may include redness or slight soreness at the injection site, which typically resolves quickly
Additionally, B12 works closely with folate (vitamin B9) in DNA and RNA synthesis, essential for the growth and function of all cells in the body