Liver Disease
A few studies suggests that they are linked, however more research is required to establish the same. Higher doses may cause methionine metabolism with consequences for DNA synthesis that causes mild to severe liver injury.
Last updated on 31 May 2023
Research hints that the consumption of alcohol may reduce vitamin B12 levels. An older study indicated that moderate alcohol intake diminished vitamin B12 by 5% among healthy, well-nourished, postmenopausal women and men.
Yes. A high protein diet may cause elevated levels of Vitamin B12. Hence, you are recommended to reduce the iintake of all kinds of meat and dairy products.
In case the body is unable to absorb vitamin B12 due to dietary insufficiency, malabsorption, or lack of intrinsic factor, hepatic stores are depleted. However, when it is stored in excess it can release and help the body cope with symptoms of B12 deficiency.
Liver function test is mainly done to check how well the liver is working or is there any liver diseases such as hepatitis. In addition, it also helps in monitoring existing liver conditions.
SGPT stands for Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase. It is one of the enzymes found in the liver. The normal range of SGPT is 7 to 56 units per liter of blood serum. If your levels are higher than normal then you might have hepatocellular damage which needs proper diagnosis. Consult with a hepatologist at the earliest.
Yes, fatty liver and other chronic liver diseases can cause high levels of vitamin B12. To be noted, high levels of vitamin B12 can also pose a risk to develope non alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Yes. Liver and kidneys, especially from lamb, are rich in vitamin B12.
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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