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In this article, we will walk through what B12 does, how B12 injections work in a clinic, who might ask about them, what a visit is like at a place like ours, and how people often fit them into their wellness routine across different seasons of life
Integrative Medicine One of Heally's founding physicians, with 10+ years in integrative medicine and nutritional wellness
Vegans or Vegetarians : As Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal-derived foods, we can help evaluate your diet to ensure youre getting adequate B12 and suggest injections if needed
B12 effects may last up to 12 weeks
GPs can prescribe B12 injections following appropriate investigation, which should include: Full blood count to identify macrocytic anaemia Serum B12 and folate levels to confirm deficiency (using laboratory-specific reference ranges) Methylmalonic acid and/or homocysteine when B12 results are borderline Intrinsic factor antibodies if pernicious anaemia is suspected Additional tests depending on clinical presentation (e.g., thyroid function, coeliac serology) When both B12 and folate deficiency are present, B12 should be replaced before folate to avoid precipitating subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord
