What is the purpose of this test?
The Antioxidant Protection Assay/Redox, Add-On Test - ALCAT Test Kit is an additional test that can be added to the following ALCAT Test Panel components:
- Platinum Plus
- Platinum Comprehensive
- Comprehensive Wellness #1
- Comprehensive Wellness #2
- Comprehensive Wellness #3
The Antioxidant Protection Assay, also known as the Redox Assay, is a sophisticated diagnostic tool designed to evaluate the body's antioxidant capacity and redox balance. This assay assesses the levels of various antioxidants and oxidative stress markers within the body, providing valuable insights into cellular health and oxidative stress levels. Antioxidants play a critical role in neutralizing harmful free radicals and protecting cells from oxidative damage, which can contribute to the development of chronic diseases and accelerate the aging process. By measuring antioxidant levels and oxidative stress markers, the assay helps healthcare providers identify imbalances in the body's antioxidant defense mechanisms and guide interventions to support optimal cellular function and overall health.
The Antioxidant Protection Assay utilizes advanced technology to analyze antioxidant levels and oxidative stress markers, offering a comprehensive assessment of redox status. By evaluating the balance between antioxidants and oxidative stress, healthcare providers can develop personalized recommendations to enhance antioxidant defense mechanisms and mitigate the damaging effects of oxidative stress. This assay is particularly valuable in preventive medicine, as it allows individuals to proactively manage their redox balance and reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases associated with oxidative stress, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and neurodegenerative disorders. Overall, the Antioxidant Protection Assay provides crucial insights into cellular health and oxidative stress levels, empowering individuals to optimize their antioxidant status and support long-term health and wellness.
The Antioxidant Protection Assay/Redox, Add-On Test - ALCAT Test Kit includes the following:
- Acai Berry | Andrographis | Astaxanthin | Astragalus
- Beta-Carotene
- Camu Camu | Catalase | Chlorophyll | CoQ10
- DHA
- EPA | Echinacea | Elderberry
- Frankincense
- Ginkgo Biloba | Glutathione | Goji Berry | Grape Seed Extract | Green Tea
- LA | Lavender | Lipoic Acid | Lutein | Lycopene
- Maitake Mushroom | Mangosteen | Milk Thistle
- NADH | Noni Berry
- Oleic Acid
- Palmitoleic Acid | Piperine | Pomegranate | Pycnogenol | Pyrroloquinoline
- Quercetin
- Resveratrol | Rhodiola
- SOD | Selenium | Shiitake Mushroom | Sulforaphane
- Turmeric
- Vitamin C | Vitamin E
- Wild Cherry Bark
- Zeaxanthin | Zinc
Benefits of the Antioxidant Protection Assay/Redox, Add-On Test - ALCAT Test Kit:
- Evaluation of Antioxidant Status: By assessing antioxidant levels and oxidative stress markers, the assay offers insights into the body's antioxidant capacity and redox balance, helping to identify imbalances and deficiencies that may contribute to oxidative damage and cellular dysfunction.
- Personalized Intervention Strategies: Based on the results of the assay, healthcare providers can develop personalized recommendations to support optimal antioxidant defense mechanisms and mitigate the damaging effects of oxidative stress, promoting overall cellular health and resilience.
- Preventive Health Measures: Proactively managing redox balance and optimizing antioxidant status may reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases associated with oxidative stress, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and neurodegenerative disorders, thus supporting long-term health and disease prevention.
- Guidance for Lifestyle Modifications: The assay results can guide individuals in making informed lifestyle choices, including dietary modifications, supplementation with antioxidants, stress reduction techniques, and other interventions aimed at maintaining optimal redox balance and supporting overall well-being.
- Monitoring of Treatment Efficacy: For individuals undergoing antioxidant therapy or interventions targeting oxidative stress, the assay can serve as a valuable tool for monitoring treatment efficacy and guiding adjustments to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
Preparation:
No fasting is required. Avoid antibiotics and antihistamines for 5 days, oral steroids for 7 days, and topical steroids for 24 hours prior to collection. Patients should refrain from taking any medications or supplements for 3-4 hours before their blood draw. Check with your physician before stopping any medications.
Test Results:
7-10 business days once the lab receives the specimen. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
