Methyl Detox Profile (add-on only)-Cell Science Systems Kit:
Note: This is a home collection test kit that will be mailed to you.
Coupon Codes not valid for Add-on testing.
Fasting:
Lab: Cell Science Systems
Specimen: Buccal Swab (Blood specimen can be sent upon request)
Results: Average processing time 10-15 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.
Medication and Supplement Instructions for CSS Testing:
- Testing does not need to be delayed because of medication or supplement use.
- Medications that are part of your daily routine should be continued as they are considered part of your normal physiological state.
- If possible, please avoid taking any oral medications, IV infusions, intramuscular (IM) injections, or oral supplements for 4 hours before blood draw.
- If you are taking medications that may impact white blood cell counts, it is recommended to collect an additional blood tube at the time of your draw.
- For short term medications (such as antibiotics) that will be discontinued, it is best to wait at least 2 weeks after completing the medication before completing your blood draw.
- If you are taking methylene blue, it is recommended to wait at least 72 hours after your last dose before proceeding with your blood draw for the Cellular Nutrition Assay.
- Fasting is not necessary
Description: An evaluation of critical genes involved in the recycling of methionine critical for methylation from homocysteine and detoxification. Excessive homocysteine is a driver of many degenerative diseases.
Personalized commentaries offer specific food and nutrient suggestion to counterbalance specific SNP's to support and achieve balanced methylation.
This profile contains:
- AHCY- C112T, G367A and g.G32878481C
- COMT- C472A and G304A
- MTHFR- C677T and A1298G
- MTR- C3518T and A2756G
- MTRR- A66G