Unfortunately, many peopleespecially those with digestive issues, restricted diets, or high stressdont absorb enough B12 from food alone
Physical Exam and Lab Tests A complete physical examination will then be conducted, followed by routine laboratory tests, including: Blood work, including a complete blood count (CBC) and biochemistry profile Although these tests do not definitively diagnose IBD in cats, they are noninvasive and help rule out other diseases (such as kidney disease, elevated thyroid levels, and liver disease) where the symptoms can be identical to IBD
The following are suggested dosages, depending on the condition of the animal and the desired response
We give weekly injections of 1000 mcg (1 ml) of vitamin B12 for the first 4-6 weeks
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