Description
This at-home health test determines if you have a variant of the MTHFR gene that may put you at greater risk for depression, heart disease, stroke, migraines, fertility issues and pregnancy complications. Ages 3 and up.
Disease/Condition
Heart Disease,
Stroke,
Blood Clot,
Depression,
Anxiety,
Pregnancy
Location
At-home
Specimen
Mouth swab
Type
Molecular (PCR)
Analytes Included
- MTHFR Gene
More Info
For Age 3+; The MTHFR gene instructs the synthesis of the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase enzyme. This enzyme plays a role in converting one form of folate to a different form of folate which is necessary for converting homocysteine to methionine.
