COMT (V158M) Genomic SNP (Add-on Only)-Genova Kit:
Coupon Codes not valid for Add-on testing.
Note: This is a test kit that will be mailed to you.
Fasting Required: No Lab: Genova Diagnostics Specimen: Buccal Swab Results: Average processing time 14-21 business days Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance. Description: Catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) is an enzyme which inactivates neurotransmitters such as dopamine and epinephrine, and is encoded for by the COMT gene 1. Neurotransmitters are small molecules used to transmit nerve signals between nerve cells, or from a nerve cell to a target cell, such as a muscle cell. Neurotransmitters bind to receptors on the surface of target cells to induce their effect, and then are typically rapidly degraded in order to “turn off” their activity. As an enzyme, COMT can inactivate numerous neurotransmitters including dopamine, epinephrine and norepinephrine.