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Vitamin B Blood Test


Why is this procedure done?


This test is done to find out how many and how much B vitamins are in your blood. Your body does not store many B vitamins. It takes them from your diet or from supplements. Your kidneys get rid of extra B vitamins. ‚  
Having the right amount of B vitamins is very important. They are used in producing energy. B vitamins also help with skin, bone, muscle, and nerve health. ‚  
The doctor may order vitamin B levels to: ‚  
  • Check your general health and nutritional status
  • Check for problems with your skin, especially around your mouth
  • Learn about numbness or tingling in your hands or feet
  • Check if your body has a problem absorbing nutrients, such as vitamin B
  • Check when you have trouble sleeping, problems with your memory, or if you are depressed.


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What happens before the procedure?


  • You may need to stop eating and drinking before your test.
  • Talk to your doctor about:
    • All the drugs you are taking
    • If you have any bleeding problems

What happens during the procedure?


Blood Test ‚  
It will only take a few minutes to have this test. You will be awake the whole time. You will have a small amount of blood taken from you with a needle. You may have a small amount of pain. The needle will be taken out and a bandage will be put on your skin. The lab will test your blood to see how much vitamin B is in it. ‚  
Urine Test ‚  
  • Random test:
    • You will get a clean plastic cup. You will use this to catch some of your urine.
    • Wash your hands well with soap and warm water.
    • Do not touch the inside of the cup or lid.
    • Start to pass urine, then catch some urine using the plastic cup. Make sure your cup is about 1/3 full of urine.
  • 24-hour urine collection test:
    • First thing in the morning, empty your bladder of urine into the toilet. Do not save this urine.
    • The next time you need to go, place the collection cup or plastic collection hat toward the front of the toilet into your urine stream. Collect your urine in the cup or hat.
    • Empty the cup or hat into the large collection container. Keep the large container on ice.
    • Save all of your urine in the container for 24 hours. Be sure to empty your bladder one last time just before the end of the 24-hour period and add it to the container.
    • Take your urine to the lab as soon as possible.

What happens after the procedure?


  • You may want to sit quietly for a few minutes before standing up. This will help keep you from feeling dizzy after the test.
  • Put pressure with your other hand where the needle was. This will help with bruising and bleeding.
  • Ask your doctor when you will get the results.

What care is needed at home?


You may do your everyday activities after the test. ‚  

What follow-up care is needed?


  • This test will help your doctor understand if you have a problem with your vitamin B. Together you can make a plan for more care.
  • Your doctor may ask you to make visits to the office to check on your progress. Be sure to keep these visits.

What problems could happen?


  • Pain
  • Bruising
  • Bleeding
  • Feeling dizzy
  • Infection

Where can I learn more?


American Association for Clinical Chemistry ‚  
http://labtestsonline.org/understanding/analytes/b-vitamins/tab/test/ ‚  

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer


This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚  

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