Abingdon,VA â Southwest Virginia has been blessed by the musical establishment known as âThe Crooked Road: Virginiaâs Music Heritage Trail.â The initial idea was to boost tourism and regional economies by establishing a network of venues and communities that support the regionâs heritage of unique, traditional music.
A vitamin B12 level test measures the amount of B12 in your blood. B12 is an important vitamin for many basic bodily functions, such as brain health, blood cell production, and proper nerve functioning. Low B12 levels can lead to serious nerve damage and deteriorating brain functions.
Laboratory Tests. Ordered to diagnose or monitor B12 and folate deficiencies: 1  B12 blood level. 2  If low, a deficiency is indicated, but it does not identify the cause. 3  A low level of intrinsic factor may be a cause, for example. 4  This test also may be ordered to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.