Oxidative Stress 2.0, urine-Genova KIT Retail $721 Patient Price $358

Note: This is a home collection test kit that will be mailed to you.
Fasting Required: Yes – 12 Hours

Specimen: Urine

Special Instructions: Ship to lab Monday-Thursday only.
Freeze the enclosed freezer brick a minimum of 8 hours before shipping.
Female patients should not collect urine during a menstrual period.
Abnormal kidney function or use of diuretics may influence test results. This test should not be performed on individuals with kidney disorders. In addition, certain medicines may impact test results [e.g. cephalosporins (e.g. Cefoxitin), cimetidine (Tagamet), fibrates (e.g. Ciprofibrate) and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)]. Let your physician know about your use of these medications. Do not change use of medications unless instructed to do so by your healthcare provider.

Results: 7-10 Business Days

Description:
To assess equilibrium between oxidative damage and antioxidant reserve, it is necessary to address the RESERVE capacity that provides protection; the ENZYMES that quench the free radicals; and evaluate the DAMAGE that free radical production has already caused.
A urine sample is used to measure free radical damage, including lipid peroxides (oxidative damage to cell membranes) and 8-hydroxy-deoxyGuanosine (oxidative damage to DNA).