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LABORATORY INFORMATION

LipidGen Optimised analysis of the polymorphisms of genes in the lipid metabolism SPECIAL FEATURE High (LDL) cholesterol levels often cause diet recommendations that not infrequently have no effect or even are counterproductive. The solution of this problem is a differentiated analysis in order to identify the causes of the high cholesterol level. The determination of the relevant LDL subfractions (e.g. using LipoScan), the sex and in particular the individual genetic components of the lipid metabolism that can be identified by means of LipidGen play a decisive role in estimating the true atherogenic risk and the planning of a special therapy. LIPIDGEN LipidGen is an optimised composition of gene polymorphisms pertinent to disorders of the lipid metabolism for identifying the essential genetic causes of this disorder. The identified polymorphisms indicate which medication and which diet recommendations are reasonable for the individual case and thus allow pinpoint therapies.

FIELD OF APPLICATION Differential diagnostics for establishing pinpoint therapies in patients with disorders of the lipid metabolism. CLINICAL BENEFIT r No unnecessary genetic analyses: Only relevant gene polymorphisms are tested the expression of which can be influenced positively by nutrition and lifestyle r Deduction of a special individual therapy for the patient: in case of need, allopathic approaches (lipid-lowering drugs) and/or change in living habits and nutrition r The patient can actively design his lifestyle and its implications r Use in prevention and therapy r Saving of unnecessary drug intake and costs WHICH LIPIDGEN PROFILE IS THE RIGHT ONE? The selection of the right LipidGen profile for the individual case is determined by the results of the LipoScan findings, an InVitaLab medical history sheet on the lipid metabolism and the findings of the metabolic function test on lipid metabolism.

LipidGen profiles

LDLgen / LDLgenplus

HDLgen / HDLgenplus

Field of application

In case of high LDL levels and/ or relative shift towards the atherogenic small LDL particles LDLgen: basic profile LDLgenplus: in case of overweight / diabetes

In case of high HDL cholesterol (with or without high total cholesterol) and without high LDL cholesterol

Importance of nutrition and other environmental influences

Very high

Large influence of nutrition for keeping high HDL levels

Therapeutic effect

Through nutrition adapted to the individual person and change in lifestyle

Particularly suitable for prevention

Special feature

Drugs can be reduced to minimum

Sex-specific approach is required


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