Hi everyone... I had my first blood test done in April where my B12 level was 122...( I have serious neurological symptoms.) My folate level was 3.9 and ferritin 17.3.
I was given 6 B12 injections over 2 weeks and also ferrous sulphate tablets.
I had a further B12 injection 4 week later, and also bloods taken, 10 mins after injection.
My B12 came back at 2000, folate 5.5 and ferritin 60.9.
My gp then said because of my levels I didn't need any more B12 and to stop taking the ferrous sulphate.
2 weeks later my bloods came back at B12 2000, folate 4.6 and ferritin 38.2.
I'm thinking that my folate and ferritin are too low... any advice please.... xx
( I have ordered B12 for SI )
My vid D was 111nmol/L
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UK folate ref ranges are usually about >4 ng/L meaning more than 4ng/L.
Ref range for your area might be set a bit higher or lower.
I'm guessing your latest result is only just within normal range.
Have you asked GP about taking a folate supplement. I also suggest talking to local pharmacist.
Make sure you mention your B12 deficiency if you discuss folate deficiency with them.
Treating a folate deficiency without treating a co-existing B12 deficiency can lead to neurological problems. In a person with both B12 and folate deficiencies, B12 treatment would usually be started first.
See Cautions section in above link which says that folic acid should never be given on its own for PA (Pernicious Anaemia) or other megaloblastic anaemias caused by Vit B12 deficiency as this may lead to SACD, subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord.
I am concerned about my folate level. I am TRYING (unsuccessfully) to convert my lab result to the UK range cited above of >4ng/L. My measurement is in 6.1mcg/mL. I THINK this is above range but I am totally mixed up. The range in the US is 6mcg/mL but the UK range seems to put me higher? I tried using conversion tables. I wonder what is wrong here....
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