Vitamin B-12 Price in Bangladesh

What is Vitamin B-12?

The Vitamin B-12 test measures the level of vitamin B-12 in the blood, which is essential for nerve function, DNA production, and red blood cell formation. Low levels of B-12 can lead to anemia, nerve damage, and cognitive issues.

A blood sample is drawn for the test. No special preparation is typically required.

Risks include mild discomfort during the blood draw. Low vitamin B-12 levels may indicate a deficiency due to poor diet, malabsorption, or certain medical conditions.

High levels may indicate liver disease or certain types of cancer. Normal activities can be resumed after the test.

What to expect & how to prepare

A sample is collected at the centre and analysed in the laboratory. The sample type — blood, urine, stool or another body fluid — depends on the specific test, and the collection staff will tell you which one applies.

• Fasting: only some laboratory tests need fasting, and this varies test by test. Ask the centre whether fasting is required for this specific test when you book, rather than assuming.
• Medication: tell the laboratory about medicines, supplements and recent injections, because some can affect results.
• Requesting slip: bring the doctor's advice or previous reports so the laboratory runs and compares the right test.
• Report timing: turnaround differs between routine and specialised tests — the centre will tell you when your report is ready.

Have a registered doctor interpret the result together with your symptoms rather than self-diagnosing from reference ranges.

Vitamin B-12 price comparison by diagnostic centre

Indicative prices in Bangladeshi Taka, cheapest first. Confirm the current charge and any package discounts directly with the centre.