- Sample required: 1 test tube of urine
- Lab reporting time: 3 business days
- Direct measurement of lipid peroxides (LPO-CC) correlates
98 - 99% with serum lipid peroxides
Overview
The Lipid Peroxides test uses a urine sample to measure oxidative
damage caused by free radical activity.
Lipid Peroxides
The level of lipid peroxides is an index of cellular membrane
damage caused by the action of free radicals. The membranes
of the organelles within the cells (mitochondria, lysosomes,
peroxisomes etc.) can also be damaged. Membrane proteins,
membrane lipids and cholesterol can be damaged due to an insufficiency
of antioxidants to deal with the level of oxidative stress/free
radicals. The elevation of lipid peroxides serves as an early
warning of the potential long-term effects of oxidative stress.
The outcome of long-term oxidative stress is chronic degenerative
disease, an example being the peroxidation of low-density
lipoproteins contributing to atherosclerosis. Other associated
diseases include coronary artery disease and cancer, the leading
causes of death in the United States.
Oxidative stress can result from exposure to toxins or pathogens;
especially chemicals; inappropriate lifestyle factors; such
as excessive exercise; or byproducts of normal metabolism.
Monitoring the level of antioxidants is important, because
while low levels can result in an excess of free radicals,
high levels can cause fatigue and weakness. Proper free radical
control is essential to good health.
Clinical Use
This profile provides data relevant to a multitude of health
disorders. Its findings are applicable in treating existing
health concerns and in counseling for nutritionally based
wellness and anti-aging programs. This lab test assesses oxidative
stress level and the need for antioxidant supplementation.
Conditions Assessed
Conditions assessed include persistent or recurring infection,
low energy, the potential for chronic degenerative disease
and other vague, generalized symptoms.
Logical Sequence of Testing
The logical sequence of using this test as an initial or follow-up
test is determined by a variety of individual considerations,
including the patient's chief complaint, the array of signs
and symptoms, the chronicity of the condition, the tests previously
taken, and the judgment of the practitioner. Technical assistance
is available from BioHealth Diagnostics' support staff.
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