About flexible subscriptions

How does a subscription work?

When you purchase this test subscription plan, we will automatically send you another test kit in a few months. Don't worry - you have full control over when this will be, and you can change/cancel it anytime.

When you first purchase this test, you can choose your subscription options in the checkout. We do this, because we recommend taking multiple tests over time to track how your biomarkers change. You'll be charged per test kit (rather than monthly, for example).

Why subscribe to multiple tests?

One test will show you what areas you need to focus on, continued testing will help you learn how your training, diet and lifestyle is impacting your health.

How often should I test?

We recommend a follow up test 3 months after your first test, followed by a test every 6 months depending on your results, but its up to you!

Can I change what's tested in future tests?

Yes, you can tailor/customise subsequent tests (via your app) to focus on just the areas that need improving.

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Vitamin B12 Blood Test

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1 Biomarker Included

If you're feeling tired and low on energy, you could have low B12 levels. Our Active B12 blood test is the most accurate way to measure the amount of vitamin B12 that is available for the body to use, helping to identify any deficiency that could be causing your symptoms.

Validated & analysed by NHS Lab

Finger prick or venous collection

Doctor reviewed

Results in 2 working days

£50

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What gets tested?

1 Biomarkers

Blood sample collection options

How does it work?

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Blood sample collection options

You can choose your preferred collection method when you checkout

Finger prick kit (FREE)

You can do this test at home without the need for a doctor. We'll send you everything you need to collect your sample and post it back to us. And it's all included in the cost. We've put together a video that covers the process, making it easy to check and track your health from home.

Home nurse appointment (+£60)

We'll arrange for a medical professional to visit your home and collect your sample. This is great if you're unsure on how it all works or have trouble collecting a sample. No need to book a doctor's appointment or visit a clinic, we'll send you everything you need to collect a sample and post it back to our labs.

Visit a partner clinic (+£45)

Once you've ordered your test, look out for an email from our phlebotomy partners containing information and a link to book your appointment. We'll send you everything the clinic will need to complete the sample and post it back to our labs.

Organise a nurse myself (FREE)

If none of the above options work for you, you can arrange your own medical professional to collect your sample. There is no additional charge for this. Once you've ordered your test, we'll send you everything you and your chosen medical professional will need to collect a sample and post it back to our labs.

Still unsure how it works? You can find more information on collection methods and the service we provide in our 'How it Works' section.

How does it work?

Kit

1. Choose your blood test

No need to wait for a GP appointment, choose from our wide range of tests which come with everything you need to take your sample and return to our lab.

Kit

2. Collect your sample

Take your finger prick blood sample at home, or choose to have your blood taken at a Superdrug health clinic or a nurse at home. Return to our NHS lab using our prepaid envelope.

Kit

3. View your results

View your results on your secure health dashboard within 2 working days of our lab receiving your sample. Read personalised comments from our GPs.

Kit

4. Make improvements

With more in-depth results, you will be able to identify areas that need improving. Make the changes and track your progress.

What gets tested?

1 Biomarker Included

Additional biomarkers can be added by personalising this test.

What are biomarkers?

Biomarkers are specific compounds we can detect in your blood sample that reflect different things about your health. Your test will tell you your levels for each of the above biomarkers, and whether they are in a normal range.

Did you know?

Up to 20% of UK adults have low vitamin B12 levels

NIH: Vitamin B12
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What does a vitamin B12 test check?

A B12 vitamin deficiency can make you feel extremely tired and lacking in energy. Taking this Active B12 home blood test is the best way to identify how much vitamin B12 is available for your body to use. It’s different from a total B12 test that measures the total amount of B12 stored in the body.

How to check vitamin B12 levels at home

We’ve made our vitamin B12 blood test easy to do from the comfort of your home. The kit contains everything needed to collect a small amount of blood and post it back to our labs for analysis. You’ll get the results within 2 working days of your sample reaching our labs, along with comments and advice from our medical team.

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What causes vitamin B12 deficiency?

Vitamin B12 deficiency can result from factors such as a bad diet, malabsorption due to conditions like pernicious anaemia or gastrointestinal disorders, certain medications that interfere with absorption, or insufficient production of intrinsic factors needed for B12 absorption in the stomach.

Frequently asked questions

This is what our customers ask us most about this test. For more information, try our help centre.

What is vitamin B12 good for?

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a vitamin that ensures the correct production of red blood cells and DNA – so it’s rather important! Because of its role in the production of red blood cells, individuals low in B12 can feel a boost in their energy.

What are vitamin B12 injections?

Where individuals are deficient in vitamin B12, they may be prescribed a B12 injection to resolve the deficiency.

What foods contain B12?

B12 is readily available from animal-based foods, such as:

  • meat
  • poultry
  • fish
  • eggs
  • dairy products

A number of foods are also fortified with B12, such as cereals.

What are the symptoms of low B12 levels?

The symptoms of low B12 include:

  • headaches
  • palpitations
  • loss of appetite
  • indigestion
  • diarrhoea
  • changes in cognitive ability such as: forgetfulness, making decisions, and understanding
  • a painful or red tongue
  • shortness of breath or rapid breathing
  • numbness
  • muscle weakness
  • low mood and depression
  • issues with balance

How soon will the test arrive?

If you order your test before midday on a Monday to Friday then your kit will be dispatched
the same day.

All our kits are sent out via Royal Mail first class post, so it should be with you within 1-2
working days.

How secure is my data?

We have strict processes in place to ensure the protection of your data. Following GDPR the company also operates under tight legal rules about the sharing of data which ensures that data is only shared if it is crucial to the delivery of our service. For example, our doctors see customer results at the time of review, however, after review, access to results is withdrawn.

Learn more about your data security.

Can I have someone take my blood for me?

Yes. We offer two options if you do not want to do our finger prick test. The first is a home appointment where a nurse comes to your home to take a blood sample. The second is to visit a Phlebotomy clinic near you that offers a blood sample service.

A blood sample will be taken from your vein and we will provide you with everything you need to give to the nurse to allow them to take the sample.

The nurse will give you the blood sample to return to us using the pre-paid envelope provided.

Does a doctor review my results?

We have a team of doctors and nurses who look at all results and will comment on any results that are outside of the normal range for your age.

Can I download the results to share with my GP?

Yes, you can download your results from your health dashboard as a PDF to share with your GP.

Learn how to export your results.

We are dedicated to supporting you on improving your health

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Vitamin B12 Blood Test, recommended by our doctors

"B12 is crucial for making red and white blood cells, repairing cells, and synthesising new DNA. It can't be produced in the body and must be supplied by the diet. Foods rich in vitamin B12 are usually animal based, so this test is particularly useful if you're following a vegetarian or vegan diet. We focus on the active form of B12 giving greater insight into your functional levels."

Dr Thom Phillips

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How our Vitamin B12 Blood Test works

Getting the insights you need to improve your health has never been easier.

Kit

1. Choose your blood test

No need to wait for a GP appointment, choose from our wide range of tests which come with everything you need to take your sample and return to our lab.

Kit

2. Collect your sample

Take your finger prick blood sample at home, or choose to have your blood taken at one of our partner clinics or a nurse at home. Return to our NHS lab using our prepaid envelope.

Kit

3. View your results

View your results on your secure health dashboard within 2 working days of our lab receiving your sample. Read personalised comments from our GPs.

Kit

4. Make improvements

With more in-depth results, you will be able to identify areas that need improving. Make the changes and track your progress.

What's included in this test?

Yellow Tube

1x Yellow Tube

Lancets

3x Lancets

Cleansing wipes

1x Cleansing wipes

Plasters

Plasters

Alcohol swabs

2x Alcohol swabs

Return pouch

1x Return pouch

Tracked 24 return envelope

1x Tracked 24 return envelope

Lab request form

1x Lab request form

Blood sample kit

Results within 2 working days

Tracked 24 delivery & return

Secure health dashboard

Accredited lab analysis

Doctor reviewed results

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