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!Biomarker | !Biomarker | ||
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|Glucose Level HbA1c | |Glucose Level HbA1c | ||
| | |Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels reflect average blood glucose concentrations over the previous three months. Higher levels are associated with an increased risk of age-related diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. | ||
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|Inflammatory markers, especially cardiovascular like CRP should be low | |Inflammatory markers, especially cardiovascular like CRP should be low | ||
| | |Chronic inflammation is linked to many diseases of aging. C-reactive protein (CRP) is a marker of inflammation, and high levels may predict cardiovascular events and mortality. | ||
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|Cholesterol markers including Lipoprotein(a) | |Cholesterol markers including Lipoprotein(a) | ||
| | |Cholesterol levels, particularly low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and lipoprotein(a), are predictors of cardiovascular health. Elevated levels are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease. | ||
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|Hormone levels (testosterone) | |Hormone levels (testosterone) | ||
| | |Hormones like testosterone can influence muscle mass, bone density, and overall metabolic health. Low levels in men have been associated with increased morbidity and mortality. | ||
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|Albumin | |Albumin | ||
| | |Albumin levels can indicate nutritional status and organ function. Low albumin may be a marker for poor health outcomes and increased risk of death. | ||
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