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Serum Homocysteine in Faridabad
Also known as S. Homocysteine, Total Homocysteine
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Understanding Serum Homocysteine in Faridabad
What is Serum Homocysteine in Faridabad?
A Serum Homocysteine test determines the levels of homocysteine, a naturally occurring amino acid in your blood. Elevated homocysteine levels may indicate an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and other health conditions. High levels of homocysteine are also associated with low levels of vitamins B6, B12, and folate.
What does Serum Homocysteine measure?
A Serum Homocysteine measures your blood levels of homocysteine that serves in the body as an intermediate in the metabolism of methionine and cysteine. Methionine is an essential amino acid and antioxidant that synthesizes proteins. Cysteine is a nonessential amino acid synthesized from methionine. It reduces inflammation, increases communication between immune cells, and increases liver health.
The human body generally has low levels of homocysteine. This is because our body uses vitamins B12, B6, and folic acid (also called folate or vitamin B9) to break down homocysteine rapidly, convert it into other compounds, and transport it to our body. However, high levels can damage blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attacks, damage to arteries, and brain stroke.
Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Serum Homocysteine in Faridabad
Frequently Asked Questions about Serum Homocysteine in Faridabad
Q. Is there any preparation required before the homocysteine test?
A fasting period of 10 to 12 hours is prescribed before the test. Inform the doctor of any medications you may be taking. No other specific preparations are usually required before the homocysteine test.
Q. What factors can affect the homocysteine test results?
Certain medications like carbamazepine, methotrexate, etc., can affect the result of homocysteine test. Smoking and alcohol intake can increase homocysteine levels.
Q. What additional tests can be prescribed by your doctor in case homocysteine test result is not normal?
Additional tests that may be prescribed in case of abnormal homocysteine test results are the urine homocysteine test, lipid profile test, cardiac risk markers, vitamin B12 test, and folic acid test.
Q. What is Homocystinuria?
Homocystinuria is a genetic disease where the metabolism of an essential amino acid called methionine is affected, leading to increased levels of homocysteine in the blood. Homocystinuria is caused by an inheritable genetic mutation that causes abnormalities in the enzymes required for methionine metabolism.
Q. What are the symptoms of increased homocysteine levels?
Increased levels of homocysteine in the blood show subtle symptoms similar to vitamin deficiency. These include fatigue, general weakness, dizziness, tingling sensation or numbness in hands and feet, sores on tongue or mouth, loss of appetite, pale complexion, decreased blood pressure, increased heart rate, difficulty breathing, pain in the mouth, vision impairment, osteoporosis, cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke, increased risk of diseases, increased risk of blood clots forming inside blood vessels, etc.
Q. Is there any risk associated with this test?
There is no risk associated with the test. However, since this test involves a needle prick to withdraw the blood sample, in very rare cases, a patient may experience increased bleeding, hematoma formation (blood collection under the skin), bruising or infection at the site of needle prick.
Q. Can I schedule an online booking for a Serum Homocysteine test in Faridabad?
Yes. In Faridabad, you can schedule a Serum Homocysteine test with Tata 1mg Labs. The test is easy to book, cost-effective, and available with a comprehensive report.
Q. Is a Serum Homocysteine test eligible for home sample collection in Faridabad?
Yes, a Serum Homocysteine test is eligible for home sample collection in Faridabad. With Tata 1mg Labs, you can schedule a test at your convenience, and select a date and time for sample collection that fits your schedule.
Q. What is the procedure to book a Serum Homocysteine test with Tata 1mg Labs in Faridabad?
The process to book a Serum Homocysteine test with Tata 1mg Labs in Faridabad is quite straightforward. To schedule a test online, follow these steps: 1). Go to the Lab Tests section on the Tata 1mg website. 2). Add your preferred test to the shopping cart. 3). Choose a time and day that works for you as long as you also take the essential prerequisites into account. 4). A confirmation notification will be sent to you with all the details once the booking is complete.
Q. How much does a Serum Homocysteine test cost in Faridabad?
We at Tata 1mg understand the importance of affordable healthcare and therefore provide lab tests at a pocket-friendly budget. A Serum Homocysteine test in Faridabad is available at Rs. 929.
Q. What is the estimated turnaround time for the results of a Serum Homocysteine test in Faridabad?
Tata 1mg Labs understands the importance of timely results and strives to deliver them quickly. On average, we deliver the results of a Serum Homocysteine test in Faridabad in 18 hours.
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