Homocysteine test
Homocysteine
229 krHow does the blood test take place?
- Measuring your homocysteine level.
- Demonstrates possible vitamin deficiencies.
- Indication for reduced kidney function.
Homocysteine is an amino acid (building block of protein) that is formed in the body in connection with metabolism. When we eat food, it is converted into energy, during the conversion homocysteine is created. For this process to work, the body depends on a sufficient amount of both B vitamins and enzymes.
This test analyzes your homocysteine level in the body. An elevated homocysteine value is not seen as serious and usually does not cause any serious problems, but can be an indication of reduced kidney function. The homocysteine value may be elevated caused by other factors such as e.g. certain medicines, various diseases or if you are deficient in vitamin B12, vitamin B6 or folate. By measuring the homocysteine value, a possible deficiency of vitamins B6, B12 and folate can be detected, as the homocysteine levels rise even before the levels of vitamins B6, B12 and folate fall.
Information
Amino acids are a collective name for chemical compounds that are used as building blocks in the body to create proteins. There are 20 different types of amino acids that can be combined in different sequences in order to form proteins with different structures and functions. Some amino acids are essential and must be supplied through the diet, while others can be produced by the body itself.
Health Markers
Homocysteine
It is important that you follow the specific instructions regarding fasting, time of sampling and any medications before you leave your sample. If there are specific indications for your test, you will find them above in the yellow information box. If you follow the steps below, you will be well prepared regardless of which test your sampling is for:
- Fasting for 10 hours before sampling.
- Leave the test before 10:00 in the morning.
- Rest for 15 minutes in place on the sampling unit.
- Bring valid identification.
The referral is available digitally at the sampling unit. Here you can read our guidelines for leaving samples.
How it works
The sampling is carried out by experienced healthcare personnel at the reception you have chosen. Your samples are sent to an accredited laboratory for analysis. When the analysis is completed, the test results are reported digitally in the "My journal" service. You will receive an e-mail when the first test answer has been received.
1. Order health tests
Order a health check or optional health tests and pay at checkout.
2. Sampling
Leave your test at the selected sampling unit, bring a valid ID.
3. Analysis & test result
Samples are analyzed, test results are displayed digitally within 2-5 working days.
Why Testmottagningen.se?
With us you always get:
Qualitative analysis
To offer you the highest possible quality and service we collaborate with accredited laboratories and trained healthcare personnel.
Lowest possible price
Our vision is that as many people as possible should have the opportunity to improve their health. That's why we always strive to keep prices low.
Your needs – your choice
With us, you can always choose freely among all our health markers and design your own personal health check based on your needs.
Quick test results – reviewed by doctors
Within 2-5 working days you will receive your test results, these are reviewed and assessed by a doctor. In the event of significantly deviating test answers, you will be called. You can also make an appointment with a doctor for a personal review.
Sampling units near you
For your peace of mind, we collaborate with one of Sweden's leading laboratories, here you will find sampling units near you.
Questions and answers
Put the health tests or health checks you want to buy in the shopping cart then go to checkout and choose the payment option that suits you. After completed payment you will receive an order confirmation and your referral will be sent electronically to the sampling unit you have chosen and will be ready for your visit.
Read moreWe collaborate with one of Swedens largest laboratories, Unilabs, so that you as a customer will receive the highest possible quality. This is where you go for sampling performed by their experienced staff. The analysis is performed by authorized personnel at Unilabs.
Read moreTo create your own referral select the specific markers you want to test for in the shopping cart. When you complete your purchase, a separate referral is created based on your choices.
Read moreIt usually takes 2-5 working days to get your test results, these are sent to you continuously as the analysis is done. The doctors comment will appear in the final report when all test results have been received.
Read moreNo, blood tests do not replace contact with the healthcare system, which together with medical history, clinical examinations and possible blood tests can make a diagnosis.
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