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Study material: Venous blood
Response time (working day): 14
The test is done on an empty stomach: Yes
Home call service: YesSamplesSendWill be implementedOn Tuesdays,Of the daysecondHalfway!For this,SampleSentCentralin the laboratoryShouldTo be sentTuesday at 12:00till
Homocysteine is an amino acid that is produced during metabolic processes, and its elevated levels in the blood are associated with the risk of cardiovascular disease, thrombosis, and other pathologies.
A homocysteine test measures the amount of homocysteine in a blood sample.
Normally, the level of homocysteine in the blood is low. This is ensured by vitamins B12, B6 and folic acid (also known as B9), which break down homocysteine into other substances needed by the body. High levels of homocysteine in the blood indicate a malfunction in these processes and a deficiency of B vitamins.
A high concentration of homocysteine damages the inner layer of blood vessels - the endothelium and creates a risk of thrombosis, which in turn is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.
A homocysteine test is recommended for group B hypovitaminosis if you have the following symptoms:
It is also necessary to determine homocysteine:
High levels in the blood may indicate:
An increased level of homocysteine compared to the norm characterizes: osteoporosis, chronic kidney diseases, hypothyroidism, Alzheimer's disease, various types of dementia.
A high level of homocysteine does not always mean the presence of the above-mentioned diseases. When interpreting the indicators, we should take into account:
Homocysteine test It is important for the assessment of cardiovascular disease, thrombosis, and vitamin deficiencies. Its results are considered in conjunction with other clinical data.
The research is carried out on an empty stomach, at least 8-12 hours after the last meal. During the same period, you should stop taking group B drugs.
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