Test your
3-Methylhistidine
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your 3-Methylhistidine?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
3-Methylhistidine
Explanation: 3-Methylhistidine is a molecule that comes from the breakdown of proteins. Proteins are essential for the body to maintain and regenerate itself.
Test purpose:
- Measure muscle protein breakdown: High levels indicate the body is breaking down more muscle than usual.
- It helps assess if you’re getting enough protein or if the body is losing too much muscle, especially in people with malnutrition or critical illness.
- Evaluate exercise effects: Assess how exercise impacts muscle health and recovery.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, UCSF Health, Mount Sinai
An aspect of Muscle Health .