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Canary Club CardioMetabolic Profile Canary Club CardioMetabolic Profile is state-of-the-art screening for early detection of risk factors associated with Type II diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The Problem The incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2) is rising at an alarming rate. CVD is the leading cause of mortality for both men and women in the United States; obesity, insulin resistance and DM2 significantly predispose individuals to developing CVD, yet these conditions are potentially avoidable. If we are to make an impact on the serious health and economic consequences of these diseases, we need to identify risk early enough for people to make lifestyle modifications or seek medical help, and avoid becoming a part of the rising statistics. What are Cardiometabolic Risk Factors? Main risk factors include obesity, especially in the waist or abdomen (the “apple-shaped” body type), increased blood pressure, elevated blood fats (triglycerides and cholesterol), elevated insulin and blood sugar levels, and excessive inflammation in the body. Testing to detect these risk factors can help you and your physician design treatment and lifestyle changes to stop this lethal process in its tracks. What does ZRT’s CardioMetabolic Profile test? Fasting Insulin – this is a more accurate means for measuring exact insulin output than blood glucose tests. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas, which helps liver and muscle cells to either convert glucose into energy or to store it for future use. In the case of insulin resistance, normal conversion does not occur and insulin levels rise above normal levels. High levels of fasting insulin constitute a cardiometabolic risk factor. Hemoglobin A1c – this test can explain a lot about your metabolic health since it provides the average blood glucose level over the past three to four months. HbA1c measurements show less fl uctuation as compared to testing glucose levels daily. Chronically elevated blood glucose may lead to progressive damage to the cardiovascular system. Elevated levels of HbA1c add another risk factor to the cardiometabolic syndrome. Triglycerides – these blood fats are tested to determine the overall risk of developing heart disease. High triglycerides can represent a breakdown in the body’s regulatory capacity, and are often linked with blood sugar dysfunction. In people with diabetes, triglyceride levels increase signifi cantly. Very high levels of triglyceride in the blood signal too much fat in the bloodstream -- an increased risk of heart disease and stroke -- and are a potent risk factor of cardiometabolic syndrome.High sensitivity C-Reactive Protein - hsCRP is produced by pro-infl ammatory substances in the liver; so this test can measure the extent of chronic infl ammation in the body. Recent studies demonstrate that a CRP reading above normal range is a greater risk factor than high cholesterol in predicting heart attack and stroke. Early signs such as obesity and insulin resistance affect cells in ways that increase infl ammation; so hsCRP readings can be used to detect disease before it becomes full-blown. Are there special instructions for testing with blood spot? ZRT’s blood spot kit is a convenient way of collecting a blood sample in the privacy of your own home. Twelve hours of fasting is required before the morning collection. The test is simple to do and uses a nearly painless finger stick to collect a few drops of blood on a special f lter card. Once dried, the blood spot sample card is non-bio-hazardous and can be sent to the lab by regular mail. Easy to follow instructions are included. Are there other tests I should do along with the CardioMetabolic Profile? When combined with blood pressure and waist circumference measurements (ask your provider) the Cardiometabolic Profile can be used to detect the presence of metabolic syndrome. What simple lifestyle changes can I make to reduce my overall risk? Saliva test may speed heart attack diagnosis
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