In this video Doctor Andrea Furlan explains why is Vitamin B12 so important, and how to diagnose its deficiency. The talks about megaloblastic anemia, pernicious anemia and microcytic anemia. She also talks about the blood tests and normal ranges. She explains how to obtain Vitamin B12 from diet and supplementation, including oral, sublingual and intra-muscular injections. 00:00 Introduction 00:55 Why is Vitamin B12 important 01:12 Normal blood test 01:23 Anemia 02:13 Homocysteine test 02:33 Recommended daily intake 02:54 Dietary sources 03:19 Malabsorption 03:35 Pernicious anemia 04:20 Pain 04:54 Severe deficiency 05:17 Interaction with other medications
