Homocysteine test for cardiovascular disorders

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What is homocysteine?

• It's an amino acid in the blood
• It's produced from methionine (amino acid)
• High levels can be linked to cardiovascular risks

Homocysteine test benefits

Examines the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD)

• Stroke
• Heart attack
• Blood clots

Interpretation of Homocysteine test

Normal

• Low risk of CVD

Elevated

• Increased risk of CVD
• Atherosclerosis
• Damage to artery lining
• Blood clot formation