That's a crucial difference
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to severe health consequences, including megaloblastic anemia and neurological disorders, as noted by medical professionals
The muscle is obviously deeper than your subcutaneous tissue (you can see the image above for reference)
This test evaluates the average size of your red blood cells, the higher your MCV is the bigger your red blood cells get (this isnt a good thing) and only a few things cause this problem (12), vitamin B12 deficiency, and folic acid deficiency being the most common
CPT Code 99212: Evaluation and Management Description Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient, which requires at least two of these three components to be present in the medical record: A problem focused history A problem focused examination Decision making regarding treatment is straightforward Usually, the presenting problem(s) treatment is straightforward
For non-prescribed supplements, discuss your results with your GP, who may recommend reducing or temporarily stopping supplementation and retesting after 2-3 months