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Homocysteine

Also known as: S. Homocysteine, Total Homocysteine

Causes of High Levels: Elevated levels are usually caused by deficiencies in vitamin B12, B6, or folic acid (B9), which are required to break it down. Other causes include kidney disease, hypothyroidism, or genetic…

Sample
Serum
Preparation
No fasting needed
Report in
24 hours
Collection
At your home

About this test

Key Aspects of Homocysteine:

  • Causes of High Levels: Elevated levels are usually caused by deficiencies in vitamin B12, B6, or folic acid (B9), which are required to break it down. Other causes include kidney disease, hypothyroidism, or genetic factors.
  • Health Effects: High homocysteine can lead to oxidative stress, inflammation, and vascular injury.
  • Testing: A simple, often fasting, blood test is used to measure levels.
  • Lowering Levels: Increasing consumption of folate-rich foods (e.g., leafy greens) and ensuring adequate B-vitamin intake can help lower high homocysteine levels.
  • Clinical Significance: While a recognized risk factor for cardiovascular disease, some studies show that lowering it does not always reduce cardiovascular events, suggesting it may sometimes be a marker of poor health rather than a direct cause.

Preparation

  • No fasting is needed for this test. You can book any available slot.
  • Keep your doctor’s prescription or test request handy if you have one, and take regular medicines as your doctor has advised.
  • Tell the sample collector if you take blood thinners, and wear a sleeve that rolls above the elbow.

How home sample collection works

  1. 1

    Choose your tests

    Add single tests or a package to the cart and check fasting needs.

  2. 2

    Pick a collection slot

    Half-hour slots from 30 minutes ahead, up to 10 days out. Pay online.

  3. 3

    A sample collector visits

    They confirm the visit with a one-time code, then take the sample.

  4. 4

    Report in your account

    The lab uploads the report and you are notified to download it.

Where we collect samples at home

Lab tests with home sample collection reach 70 Hyderabad pin codes today, across these areas:

Coverage differs street to street and grows as professionals join. Check your pin code to see what reaches your address.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Homocysteine cost in Hyderabad?

Homocysteine costs ₹799 on Aish Health in Hyderabad, down from ₹1,599. There is no separate home collection fee; any GST or busy-hour charge is shown before you pay.

Do I need to fast before Homocysteine?

No, fasting is not needed for this test, so you can book any available slot.

When will I get the Homocysteine report?

The expected report time is 24 hours. The partner lab uploads the report as a PDF to your order and you are notified to download it.

What sample is collected for Homocysteine?

Serum sample is collected at your home by a sample collector.

Can I cancel a lab test booking?

Yes. Cancel before a sample collector accepts or more than 1 hour before the slot for a full refund. Within 1 hour of the slot there is no refund, and once the sample collector is on the way the booking can no longer be cancelled.

Can I book tests for a family member?

Yes. Add them as a family member in your account and choose them as the patient when booking, so the report is filed under their name.

Can I pay cash when the sample is collected?

No. Lab tests booked on the website or app are paid online when you book, by card, UPI or your Aish Health wallet.

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