Vitamin B12 Test
Our vitamin B12 test kit measures you levels Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) from a urine sample. MMA is the most sensitive marker in detecting deficiencies or low levels.
Vitamin B12 is a common deficiency, which can cause symptoms such as fatigue, headaches and irritability. As these symptoms are non-specific, a deficiency can go undetected for a long time.
This key test gives you an overview of your B12 levels from a simple urine sample which can be done in the comfort of your own home.
What is measured?
This test measures Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) which is known as the most sensitive markers for measuring B12 levels.
Not having enough B12 means that MMA builds up instead of being converted into coenzyme A, making it detectable in your urine sample. B12 is a large essential vitamin that needs help through multiple biological stages to be utilised by the body. Even if you are consuming enough vitamin B12 as part of your diet and a test measuring active B12 or serum B12 show that you have enough vitamin B12 in your body, it is still possible that your body is not using it properly, which could causes symptoms and affecting your quality of life.
Who should test?
Everyone can test, but especially those who are:
- Vegetarian or vegan
- Older adults
- Struggling with gastrointestinal issues
- Living with diabetes
- On PPI medication
- Diagnosed with pernicious anaemia
Benefits of B12
Optimising your Vitamin B12 can help support symptoms such as:
- Osteoporosis, anaemia, macular degeneration, gut issues, erectile dysfunction and jaundice
- Heart disease and inflammation
- Fatigue and lack of energy, shortness of breath and headaches
- Mental health issues, brain fog, difficulty concentrating and other neurological issues
When and how to collect a B12 sample?
Collect your urine sample first thing in the morning before you have anything to eat. Your instructions will be included in the kit, but if you need a digital version, please the button below.
Click here for digital instructionsResults and recommendations
Our user-friendly reports are there to help you kick-start your own health journey or can be taken to a health professional such as a nutritional therapist who can create a bespoke plan.
Full Example ReportThe report will be uploaded to our online portal which can be accessed via our website or through the QR code on the instructions in the kit.
One-time purchase Vs. Subscription
We recommend retesting every 3-6 months so that you can make sure your results are improving or maintaining. By subscribing you can:
- Save £s on every test.
- Receive tests every three to six months.
- Continually monitor your B12 levels all year round.
Plus, cancel anytime with ease.
How Our Test Works
Collect Sample
Follow the instructions in your kit to get your sample collection right for analysis.
Activate Test
Once you have collected your sample, register and add the activation code from your kit on to the portal.
Back to Lab
Return your pre-paid box back to our UK lab via any Royal Mail post box.
Receive results
Within 10 working days, you'll receive your report with results and recommendations.
Reviews
Cliff
Excellent service from start to finish, clear communication at every step, report a model of usefulness and help. There's so much conflicting information about Vit D needs and I had concluded that testing was the only way to be sure. This proved to be as I was surprised to find I had only "adequate" levels in spite of regular max recommended dosing, and I can now respond accordingly.
Mandy Brown
Good service. Test report clear and concise. The only downside for me was the colour of the packaging – white writing on a yellow background. I found it really difficult to read. The instructions inside were also very faded ink. If you are doing this for the first time, the last thing you want to be doing is struggling to read the instructions
Elise Larkin
The test was easy to do at home and from activating the test all the way through to the report, there was clear communication. The test report was very clear and concise and written in plain English and not technical. I am now able to take measures to counteract a deficiency. Amazing service from start to finish
Nicola
Simple and easy to use in the comfort of my own home. Results came through pretty quickly. I would definitely recommend to others and I will use this for my client as a nutritional therapist it’s good to get an understanding of baseline levels before adding any supplements.
Sara Jaques
Easy to use blood spot (rather than vial) test, simple to do at home. Clear instructions made this a breeze. Results came through quickly, and were easy to understand, would definitely recommend to my nutritional therapy clients so they can assess their levels and understand if they may need to supplement.
Julia Young
This test was very easy to do with comprehensive results and action plan, highly recommend
Eleanor Lovell
I found out my results were poor after taking the test and started taking Omega 3 capsules. I was plagued with migraines having 2 a week roughly and am delighted to say they have gone. Can’t recommend this product enough!
Rebecca Swanney
A very easy test, hygienic and simple to do. Very quick to receive the results, which are clear and understandable!
Rob Ball
The home test kit was very easy to use and the comprehensive detailed lab report that followed was easy to understand. Would highly recommend if you are looking to kickstart a healthy lifestyle change. Fab product hence the 5 star rating.
Mark Jarvis
Super easy kit and detailed report. Will definitely be recommending to others and using again after a few life style changes.