DNA/Oxidative Stress Marker $230.40 DNA/Oxidative Stress Marker-Metametrix KIT $230.40 View Sample Report Note: This is a home collection test kit that will be mailed to you. Fasting Required: No Specimen: Urine Special Instructions: Ship to lab Monday-Thursday only. Ship your specimen within 48 hours of collection. It is not necessary to discontinue nutritional supplements prior to this specimen collection. Abnormalities that may be found will reveal special needs that have not been met by recent dietary and supplemental intake. Decrease fluid intake to avoid excessive dilution of the urine: – For adults, restrict intake to three 8 oz. glasses or less for 24 hours – Make sure that no more than 8 oz. of this is consumed after 8:00 PM the evening prior to urine collection Do not collect urine during menstruation. Vial contains preservative – Do Not Rinse Results: 7-10 Business Days Description: 8-hydroxy-2’deoxyguanosine(8OHdG)is a marker of oxidative damage to DNA and correlates with the rate of DNA damage. Research studies have used 8-OHdG as an assessment of oxidative damage when evaluating effects of toxic exposure or disease states, and in response to medications, treatments, supplement use, and improved diet and lifestyle habits. Elevated 8OHdG is a sign that antioxidant nutrient intake may need to be increased. Toxicants and lifestyle stress factors may also contribute to increased oxidative challenge.
