Adenosylcobalamin
VITAMIN B12
What it isOne of the two active coenzyme forms of vitamin B12, cofactor for methylmalonyl-CoA mutase.
Why this oneDeficiency raises methylmalonic acid, the most specific marker of B12 deficiency.
What limits itExplains why methylmalonic acid, not B12 level alone, confirms functional deficiency.
Used for
- vitamin B12 deficiency
- vitamin B12 supplementation
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskEndogenous or dietary; no boxed warning applies
Classes and tags
Available strengths
- tab 1000 mcg
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Self-check
- Which enzyme requires adenosylcobalamin?
Methylmalonyl-CoA mutase. - Which marker rises with adenosylcobalamin deficiency?
Methylmalonic acid.