Methylation Test (DNA and Blood)
A comprehensive methylation test, including an in-depth interpretation provided by a nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner.
SPECIMEN TYPE: BLOOD / BUCCAL SWAB
TURNAROUND TIME: 14 DAYS
Turnaround times are estimates.
Why choose the Methylation Panel?
Genova’s Methylation Panel combines phenotypic and genotypic information in one profile.
Complex biochemistry is summarized with easy-to-interpret graphics.
The most comprehensive methylation assessment available – includes methylation and transsulfuration markers, as well as multiple genetic SNPs to provide a more complete assessment.
A Personalised Approach to Healthy Aging
The Methylation Panel is an innovative test designed to offer insight into the critical biochemical methylation pathway. Methylation metabolites are measured in plasma, and genetic single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) are analyzed via buccal swab. Patient results are synthesized on a front-page Interpretation-at-a-Glance (IAAG) graphic for quick methylation status assessment. Within the report, results are shown in a methylation pathway graphic to provide a clear understanding of the biochemistry involved.
What is Methylation?
Methylation is a chemical process that happens billions of times per second in every cell of the body. Methyl groups are transferred and donated between many different molecules, which change their structure and function. Methyl groups act like billions of switches which turn genes on or off, help regulate mood, detoxify hormones, produce energy, and promote healthy aging.
Vitamins, minerals, and amino acids from the diet are needed to keep this process running smoothly. There are also genetic factors and oxidative stressors which can affect how well this pathway works.
Why is Methylation important?
Methylation is needed to create DNA and RNA and regulate gene expression.
It helps make creatine, which is needed for skeletal muscle contraction.
Methylation is involved in basic energy production, fat metabolism, immune responses, vascular health, and cell membrane repair.
It produces and metabolizes neurotransmitters to regulate mood.
Methylation also works to neutralize toxins and hormones.