Worried About Your Health? Take a Homocysteine Test Today

"I took a Homocysteine Test after through my nutritionist. After receiving my results, I worked on changing my diet and lifestyle. After retesting six months later, I found out my homocysteine levels have improved."

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Homocysteine Test

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Have you taken the Food for the Brain Cognitive Function Test? If so, you may have been advised to find out your homocysteine level.

Recent research completed at Oxford University has shown that you can prevent both the age-related memory loss and brain shrinkage associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

According to the research team at Oxford University, “high levels of homocysteine are associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s.”

The Homocysteine Test from YorkTest Laboratories helps identify if you have a raised level of homocysteine in your blood.

Professor David Smith at Oxford University states, “Alzheimer’s is a preventable disease, not an inevitable part of the ageing process. The trick is to identify any decline in memory function as early as possible and take the necessary prevention steps.”

The Homocysteine test is a quick and easy 100% home test that delivers reliable laboratory test results within just 10 days, all from the comfort of your home.

Simply click on the 'Buy Now' button to place your order today.

THIS TEST IS AVAILABLE IN THE UK AND IRELAND ONLY

Why take a Homocysteine Test?

The Homocysteine Test is also suitable for anyone that is concerned about their heart health.
A recent review* of the research on homocysteine suggested that each 3 µmol/L point decrease in homocysteine levels might, on average reduce the risk of:
- Heart attacks by 16%
- Strokes by 24%
- DVT (deep vein thrombosis) by 25%
The Homocysteine Test is an easy to use, finger prick blood test which can be taken in the comfort of your home.
Mail order postal service – no need to visit a specialist or laboratory.
Laboratory test results.
Customer care support to advise on any queries you may have after receiving your test results.

*Ref: Verhoef, et. al. Am. J. Epidemiol. (1996)

THIS TEST IS AVAILABLE IN THE UK AND IRELAND ONLY

Taking the Homocysteine Test

Your Homocysteine test kit will contain everything you need to take the test in four easy steps:

Fill in the enclosed customer details form. Soak you hands in warm water for one minute and dry thoroughly. Remove the plasma separator from the pouch.

Apply two to three large droplets in the centre until a blue colour develops.

Place the lancet on your finger or thumb and press the purple part of the lancet down to pierce your skin. Massage your finger or thumb to produce two to three large droplets of blood. Keep your hand at waist level (or lower than the heart), you may find it easier to stand up whilst doing this.

Wait five minutes, remove the top layer and write your name and sample date on the base card and slot it back into the pouch for protection. Place this and the used lancets in the prepaid envelope provided and return to us the same day.

Your Homocysteine test results will be sent within ten working days.

Important Information

A six hour fast is required prior to taking the test. It is advisable to take your blood sample first thing in the morning before eating.
Blood samples must be taken before midday and posted on the same day between Monday and Thursday.
Do not take this test if you are:
- Suffering from a blood borne disease such as Hepatitis or HIV
- Under 18 years old
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
*THIS TEST IS AVAILABLE IN THE UK AND IRELAND ONLY *

Homocysteine Test Results

The Homocysteine Test measures for raised levels of the amino acid homocysteine.
Your laboratory analysed test results are presented in an easy to interpret format. Results are categorised into levels from ‘optimum’ through to ‘very high’ based on your homocysteine score.

To view Homocysteine example test results click here.