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Amino Acids Blood Test – 34 Amino Acids in Arkansas

Amino Acids Blood Test – 34 Amino Acids is a laboratory test you can request directly. The Amino Acids Blood Test measures levels of 34 amino acids in the blood. It helps identify potential deficiencies or imbalances.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test evaluates the levels of 34 different amino acids in the blood. Amino acids are important for various bodily functions, including protein synthesis and metabolism. The test can provide insights into nutritional status and metabolic health.

What it measures

  • Phenylalanine — reflects metabolic processing
  • Tyrosine — indicates protein turnover
  • Leucine — reflects muscle protein synthesis
  • Valine — indicates energy metabolism
  • Lysine — reflects growth and tissue repair
  • Methionine — indicates methylation processes
  • Tryptophan — reflects serotonin production

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, typically from a vein in your arm. The sample is then analyzed in a laboratory to measure amino acid levels.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians may order this test to assess amino acid levels for nutritional evaluation or to monitor metabolic conditions. It can help in understanding inherited metabolic disorders or dietary deficiencies.

Preparation

Preparation for this test may vary, so it's important to follow the specific instructions provided by the laboratory conducting the test.

How results are reported

Results are reported as concentrations of each amino acid in the blood. Reference ranges for these concentrations vary depending on the laboratory.

Before you go

  • Fasting requirements
  • Sample collection process
  • Turnaround time

Cities

Amino Acids Blood Test – 34 Amino Acids in Arkansas communities

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