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1-Methylhistidine
1-Methylhistidine
Explanation: 1-Methylhistidine is a molecule that comes from the breakdown of anserine, a small molecule found in meat, especially chicken and fish; the human body makes little or none of it. Proteins are essential for the body to maintain and regenerate itself.
Test purpose:
- Reflect meat intake: High levels usually mean a recent diet rich in meat, especially chicken, not muscle breakdown.
- It helps assess if you’re getting enough protein from meat; it does not show whether the body is losing muscle.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, Rupa Health
An aspect of Muscle Health.