There are different types of tests for different types of conditions and many of them have cemented their status as a standard procedure. However, not all tests are created equal, and sometimes you need a deeper look into your blood chemistry to truly find what’s wrong with your body. One of these tests is a metabolomic test.

 

What is a metabolomic test? What do they measure and what do they indicate?

 

Today, we describe what a metabolomic test is and what you can learn from the results. We explain some of the biochemical compounds it can test and how SNPs relate to metabolomics. We discuss how a typical test is performed, the steps involved, and the preparation needed for accurate results. We also discuss the difference between measuring metabolites and fatty acids and share when Genova will have the Metabolomix+ Profile  test available for public use.

 

“When you’re talking about a metabolomic test, you’re talking about an evaluation of tons of biochemical molecules.” - Michael Chapman

 

This week on The Lab Report Podcast:

 

• What a metabolomic test is and why it's important for health.
• What metabolites are and what the measuring results indicate.
• How SNPs relate to metabolomic tests.
• The steps involved in a typical metabolomic test.
• Different metabolites measured in metabolomics.
• The difference between measuring metabolites and fatty acids.

 

Question of the Day: 

• “When is the Metabolomix+ Profile coming out? What does this mean for the ONE test?”

 

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