Indications:
Oxidative stress is adversely involved in many pathophysiological processes, aging and cancer. Oxidation of DNA occurs readily at the guanosine bases, so measurement of 8-hydroxy-2′- Deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) in urine provides a quantitative assessment of ongoing oxidative damage or stress in the body. When 8-OHdG levels are elevated, it’s important to identify the sources of oxidative stress and assess the primary intracellular antioxidant glutathione. Taking steps to reduce oxidative stress is valuable in optimizing health and longevity.
Patient Instructions:
Early morning urine sample, freeze and return frozen to the laboratory (only use supplied test kit)
Sample Collection Instructions:
DNA Oxidative Damage (8-hydroxy-2′-deoxyguanosine) – disregard FEDEX instructions and return using return packaging and postal label provided by VHL.
Sample Report:
DNA Oxidative Damage (8-hydroxy-2′-deoxyguanosine) Sample Report
Sample Requirements:
Frozen urine specimen
Postal Samples:
Accepted