DNA Methylation Blood Spot

Identification of SNPs that influence health and disease risk may improve clinical success and allow patients to optimize health and wellness.

The DNA Methylation Pathway Profile allows clinicians to screen their patients for a variety of genetic changes (single nucleotide polymorphisms, or SNPs) that may impact the function of important biochemical processes such as methionine metabolism, detoxification, hormone balance and Vitamin D function. The presence or absence of SNPs may modify disease risk. The risks may be reduced by lifestyle changes, and inefficient biochemical processes can be supported by diet and nutritional supplements to maximize the functions of metabolic pathways.


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Detailed Information

Identifying single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) that may influence health and risk for dieases facilitates clinical support for patients. The Doctor's Data DNA Methylation Pathway Profile includes a variety of SNPs known to influence many aspects of health including:

insulin sensitivity
bone health
cancer risks
cardiovascular health
detoxification processes
fertility
mitochondrial function and metabolism
methylation
neurotransmitter balance

SNPs are DNA sequence variations that occur relatively frequently in the general population. They are different from disease mutations, which are very rare. Huntington's disease is an example of a disease mutation - if you inherit the altered gene, the disease will develop. Certain SNPs may be associated with particular health conditions, but they are not known to directly cause disease. The majority of SNPs affect protein, enzyme or cell receptor structure and function.