[114] This functionality is lost in vitamin B 12 deficiency, and can be measured clinically as an increased serum methylmalonic acid (MMA) concentration
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While animal-based foods are naturally rich in vitamin B12, many plant-based foods and breakfast cereals are fortified to help people meet their needs
Fatal hypokalemia may occur when severe megaloblastic anemia is treated intensively with vitamin B12, as a result of increased erythrocyte potassium requirements