Heart & Circulation - Homocysteine
Homocysteine Test FAQ
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What does the Homocysteine Test look for?
The Homocysteine Test uses a very sensitive testing method to measure total plasma homocysteine levels.

What causes elevated homocysteine levels?

• Age – homocysteine levels increase with age
• Smoking
• Alcohol
• Caffeine intake
• Nutrient deficiencies – especially B6, B12 and folic acid
• Genetics – some individuals can be predisposed to increased levels
• Certain prescription drugs

What are the conditions associated with elevated levels of Homocysteine?
Homocysteine can affect many conditions only some of which are listed below.

• Alcoholism
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Cognitive decline
• Coronary artery disease
• Deep vein thrombosis
• Depression
• Diabetic retino/nephropathy
• Intermittent claudication
• Multiple sclerosis
• Myocardial infarction
• Neural tube defects
• Non- insulin dependent diabetes
• Osteoporosis
• Parkinson’s disease
• Peripheral vascular disease
• Placental abruption
• Renal failure
• Retinal vascular occlusion
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Schizophrenia
• Spontaneous abortion
• Stroke

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