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Homocysteine
My cousin's homocystein is 50 (normal range is <30). No symptoms. What could be the issue? What should be done
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Detailed history of increased homocysteine is desirable
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Eating more fruits and vegetables can help lower your homocysteine level. Leafy green vegetables such as spinach are good sources of folate.
good sources of folate include
Many breakfast cereals.
Fortified grain products.
Lentils.
Asparagus.
Most beans.
Take vitamin b 12 and folic acid supplements
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Dr. Mohamed Rishan
MBBS
2 yrs exp
Mangalore
It's not much to worry. Why did your cousin got this test first of all??
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Need to evaluate and give medicines
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