Product Description

MTHFR (MethyleneTetrahyHydrofolate Reductase)

MTHFR (methatetrahydrofolate reductase) genetic blood test (Purple Top Vacutainer) to identify mutations in the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene. A double copy of the gene mutation (homozygous) confers a risk of higher than normal homocysteine levels which in turn increases the risk of clots or deep venous thrombosis ( DVT), pulmonary embolism and recurrent miscarriage or pregnancy loss.

Treatment with aspirin, heparin and high dose folic acid significantly reduces these risks.