Homocysteine

About This Test
Homocysteine helps assess your overall health by focusing on what this marker reveals about your body. Doctors use it alongside your symptoms and other labs to detect problems early.

Patient Preparation
Fasting for 12 hours.

Best Time to Test
Morning

Tests Included
Homocysteine

Why is it done
Part of targeted screening based on symptoms or risks.
Helps confirm or rule out suspected conditions.
Guides treatment decisions and follow‑up.
Sometimes used to monitor response to therapy.