Test your
Ascorbic acid
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Ascorbic acid?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
Ascorbic acid
Explanation: Ascorbic acid is another name for Vitamin C, an essential nutrient, crucial for various bodily functions. It supports the immune system, aids in collagen formation which is essential for skin, bones, connective tissues and blood vessels. It’s also a powerful antioxidant, that helps protect cells from damage caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. Since the body doesn’t produce Vitamin C on its own, you need to get it from foods like citrus fruits, strawberries, peppers, and broccoli.
Test purpose:
- Check for Vitamin C deficiency: Low levels can lead to scurvy, which causes fatigue, gum problems, and slow wound healing.
- Evaluate antioxidant levels: Helps assess the body’s ability to fight oxidative stress and inflammation.
- Track supplementation: To ensure people taking Vitamin C supplements are getting adequate amounts without going over recommended limits.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, ARUP Laboratories
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