Patients seeking B12 testing or treatment should consult their GP, who can arrange appropriate blood tests (serum B12, full blood count, folate, and if indicated, intrinsic factor and parietal cell antibodies) and prescribe treatment if deficiency is confirmed
In summary, the reasons a GP surgery may refuse an early B12 injection are often rooted in a strict interpretation of established, but imperfect, guidelines, a misunderstanding of the actual science of B12 storage and metabolism, and a desire to maintain administrative consistency
This adaptability ensures that participants can tailor their weight loss journey according to their unique needs and aspirations
At Perfect B in Doral, every TB-500 protocol starts with a full APRN intake and is individualized before any prescription is written
Sources: Sikiric P, et al