Measurement of human redox biomarkers

Whole blood is collected for the determination of nine markers associated with the proper functioning of the antioxidant mechanism. More specifically, the package includes:

• Evaluation of markers of antioxidant defense – Reduced Glutathione (GSH), Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC), Reducing Power (RP).

• Evaluation of the activity of critical antioxidant enzymes – Catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione reductase (GR). These enzymatic mechanisms participate in the protection of cells against free radicals. Their determination provides important information on the expression of antioxidant, anti-aging, and anti-inflammatory genes.

• Evaluation of byproducts of oxidative damage – Thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) and protein carbonyls (PCARBS). These markers are associated with lipid peroxidation and protein oxidation, respectively. The presence of high levels in the human body indicates the induction of oxidative stress.

Based on the above results, the examinee’s antioxidant needs are evaluated and a personalized nutrition plan is created for the promotion of metabolic health.