Individuals with
the MTHFR gene variation and high homocysteine levels may also benefit from activated versions of folate, B6, and B12, such as methylated folate (also known as L -5-MTHF Folate, methylfolate, 5 - formyltetrahydrofolate or NatureFolate), Pyridoxyl -5-Phosphate (P5P), and methylcobalamin, respectively.
If you're due for an operation and have
the MTHFR gene variation, you can click on and print the following articles for your surgeon and anesthesiologist, to share this information with them and seek alternative anesthetic options:
So if you have
the MTHFR gene variation, or are thinking of testing for it, I hope that this overview empowers you!
Unfortunately, folic acid can be highly problematic for individuals with
the MTHFR gene variation, as they may have a difficult time processing this form of folate.
It's important to understand what having
the MTHFR gene variation is all about to determine if it may be contributing to some of the symptoms you've been experiencing.
Some of my clients with Hashimoto's and
the MTHFR gene variation have even reported having bigger blood clots during their menstrual cycles.
It's important to test for both homocysteine levels and
the MTHFR gene variation because while you may not have the gene that affects the methylation pathways, you may still have elevated homocysteine levels, which tells us the level of inflammation in our bodies.
While the word mutation implies an occurrence that is rare, unnatural or flawed,
the MTHFR gene variation is common.
To kickstart your path to wellness, I recommend testing your homocysteine levels and checking to see if you have markers for
the MTHFR gene variation.
Fortunately, one can order confidential tests that will not be reported to insurance by using online lab testing services, like Ulta Labs for Homocysteine or Ulta Labs
MTHFR gene variation test.
Elevated homocysteine, whether you have or don't have
the MTHFR gene variation, can indicate inflammation in the body.
As the owner of two
MTHFR gene variations, I can surely attest to this!
Not exact matches
Research estimates that as much as half of the population may have an
MTHFR gene mutation, though there are many
variations of the mutation, depending on how the
gene was passed down from the parents.
I was tested for the
MTHFR Gene and results came back that I have two variations of the g
Gene and results came back that I have two
variations of the
genegene.
Both the 677
gene and the 1298
gene can carry the
MTHFR variations.
As for testing for the
MTHFR genetic
variation, many labs also offer tests for this
gene.