Homocysteine
Homocysteine
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The Homocysteine test measures the level of homocysteine, an amino acid linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Elevated homocysteine levels can indicate deficiencies in B vitamins and may contribute to arterial damage. This test is beneficial for individuals looking to understand their cardiovascular risk and make dietary or lifestyle changes to support heart health. Understanding your homocysteine levels can help guide vitamin supplementation and overall health management.
Reasons to Check It:
Reasons to Check It:
"Homocysteine is an amino acid that, at high levels, seems to be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
There is also evidence suggesting that people with elevated homocysteine levels have twice the normal risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease. High levels can be seen in people who have low levels of folic acid (vitamin B9) and vitamin B12.
Blood levels of homocysteine tend to be highest in people who eat a lot of animal protein and consume few fruits and leafy vegetables, which provide the folic acid and other B vitamins that help the body rid itself of homocysteine." - Dr. Alan Hopkins
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