The Cellular Nutrition Assay (CNA) gives you insights on:
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Telomeres are protective DNA caps that shorten over time as cells divide. When too short, they compromise cellular function and contribute to chronic disease and aging. While previous studies suggested a possible benefit from vitamin D and omega-3s, long-term clinical trial data has been limited—until now.
About the Study
This analysis comes from the VITAL study, a large, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involving over 25,000 U.S. adults. For the telomere sub-study, 1,031 participants were monitored over four years, with telomere length measured at baseline, two years, and four years via quantitative PCR.
Participants were randomized to receive one of four interventions:
Key Results
Among the 2,571 blood samples analyzed, only vitamin D3 supplementation showed a statistically significant reduction in telomere shortening:
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Test 104 micronutrients, botanicals, and antioxidants to nourish and protect your body at the cellular level. This test can also be used to customize supplements and/or I.V.’s.
This test may help with:
If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we would have the safest way to health. (Hippocrates)
People are often confused as to whether or not their supplements are truly benefiting them. This test answers those questions.
Micronutrients counteract stress and improve resistance to environmental pollution, toxins, and drugs, which varies from person to person. Many factors, such as lifestyle, genetics, pregnancy, recent infection, sleep patterns, overexertion in sports, age, gender, and other factors may play a role in your nutritional status and needs.
The Cellular Nutrition Assay (CNA) reflects how your immune cells respond to and are protected by specific micronutrients and antioxidants all of which is based on your biochemical individuality.
Thus, the CNA tells you what your cells need.
Everybody’s nutritional needs are different. The Cellular Nutrition Assays (CNA) examine how your cells respond to specific nutrients – not just whether you are within “normal population ranges”. The CNA provides the basis for personalized foods and supplements tailored to your unique needs.
The Previ Expert Package will take into account all laboratory findings for your personalized diet and supplement plan.
Nutrient stores in cells reflect long-term nutritional status and have the most functional impact. We analyze the direct response of your immune cells (lymphocytes) when individual micronutrients are added to them. When we see increased metabolism of your immune cells it may indicate a micronutrient insufficiency.
The Redox Assay or your “cell stress test” reflects your antioxidant capacity, in other words, your cells’ ability to resist oxidative damage.
The cell protection part of the test indicates which nutrients should be considered to protect your immune cells, resist oxidative damage, and improve your overall antioxidant capacity (Redox).
Results are actionable, easy to understand, and meaningful.
A simple blood draw is needed.
Nutrients are highlighted according to your cellular responses. Descriptions of each “insufficient” nutrient and “protective” antioxidant are provided along with specific foods to emphasize in your diet.
We recommend that this test be used as part of a comprehensive nutritional assessment with individualized guidance as provided with the Previ Expert Package.
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Current research shows that telomere shortening contributes to cellular aging and susceptibility to metabolic disorders and chronic disease.
According to scientific research, telomere shortening may contribute to aging and age-related conditions. Telomeres are segments of DNA found at the ends of chromosomes. They can be prematurely shortened when exposed to environmental chemicals, oxidation, inflammation, and stress. This leads to DNA damage and contributes to early cell death.
Shorter telomeres have been associated with cardiovascular disease, inflammatory disorders, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, cognitive decline, and other chronic degenerative conditions associated with aging.
Inflammation is associated with aging and telomere shortening. Telomeres become shorter after each cell division until eventually chromosomal DNA reaches a critical point at which the cell can no longer divide (known as the Hayflick limit).22 The loss of this protective telomere “armor” renders DNA vulnerable to damage and may result in an individual’s increased risk for accelerated aging and associated health conditions. If telomeres are maintained, then termination of cell division (senescence) and programmed cell death (apoptosis) can be delayed.
The test analyzes your average telomere length in white blood cells compared to the normal reference range for your age-matched population.
Easy to understand color-coded test results compare telomere length to reference ranges of your age-matched population. Graphic version of the result allows for easier understanding and analysis.
1-month exceptional service leads to outstanding benefits.
Expert Highlights:
The Previ Expert Package is a comprehensive Lifestyle Medicine & Nutrition consulting opportunity.
Every diet, nutrition and supplement plan is unique. You benefit from the expertise of nutrition professionals using insights derived from the testing along with your medical history, medications, lifestyle, or goals to personalize nutrition and a supplement plan just for you.
The Previ Expert Package includes nutrition expert services for 1-month. Flexible arrangements are possible thereafter.
A typical session lasts around 60 minutes, but may vary based on your needs and depending on your health goals.
Your personal goals and health history will reviewed and incorporated into your treatment program.
Exceptional service will lead you to outstanding results.
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Let food be thy medicine! Functional food sensitivity testing at the cellular level shows how your immune cells respond to foods.
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Food sensitivity may be associated with:
The impact of food sensitivity is easily underestimated. The Alcat Test uncovers how food, even supposedly healthy foods, may affect your wellbeing.
Are you confused by all the dietary advice? Gluten-free, Paleo, dairy-free, no nightshades, no caffeine, vegan, no grains… ever feel like you’re constantly trying to pinpoint which foods you should and shouldn’t eat?
You are unique. One way to personalize your diet with the foods that are right for you is to take the Alcat functional food sensitivity test.
This anti-inflammatory diet may support the immune system, detoxification and metabolism – a prerequisite for health, wellness and performance.
Our functional food sensitivity is a biological immune cell activation. Detected cell changes in volume, size and number are associated with cell activation potentially causing inflammation.
Immune cell activation is the cause of inflammation
The immune system is a double edged sword. It should react appropriately and protect against infection when confronted with harmful invaders.
The above figure shows the defense reaction of an immune cell (neutrophil/eosinophil granulocyte) causing inflammation. Beside pathogens such reactions can also be induced by foods, toxins or chemicals. The scientific term is DAMP, danger/damage associated molecular pattern. Adverse reactions to foods are found to be a factor in chronic and cardio-metabolic diseases, or autoimmunity.
The Alcat Test does NOT measure “true” food allergy classic allergy type 1) where symptom onset is immediate and acute. The Alcat Test identifies foods which may cause delayed type hypersensitivities that are usually chronic and low grade. Therefore, you may not be aware that chronic symptoms may be associated by foods regularly consumed.
A review of test results with your Previ Nutrition Counselor is included.
Your blood sample is sent to the laboratory. The sample first goes through a multi-step quality assurance process. During testing, your immune cells are confronted with foods and/or items including additives, colorings, molds, medicinal herbs, and chemical agents.
After testing, the results are presented in a clear and easy to read color-coded format, showing you which foods/substances to which your cells had a severe, moderate , mild, or no reaction.
A suggested dietary rotation plan is provided. The test result review is included.
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Functional Laboratory Testing aimed at personalized nutrition and prevention of chronic inflammation and autoimmune disease.
Functional testing can meet your unique needs and does not use population average standards. Instead, each test serves as its own baseline.
The Alcat food sensitivity or intolerance test identifies adverse reactions to dietary items. Especially innate immune cells are a reliable indicator of a pro-inflammatory reaction – they cause, initiate and maintain inflammation.
Immune cells can also be used as a biomarker for the absorption and metabolism of nutrients. The Cellular Nutrition Assays (CNA) show which nutrients, botanicals, antioxidants etc. are insufficient and which are beneficial for an individual.
The functional nutrition tests can be complimented using indicators or risk assessment for disease processes: for example, CICA for intestinal complaints or the telomere length test to determine the ratio between actual age and the so-called biological age.
Cell Science Systems (CSS) was the clear winner of the prestigious Frost & Sullivan Award, which was granted only once in 2016.
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You can expect your test kit to arrive in 3-5 business days, depending on where you reside.
You can order directly through our website or call PreviMedica for a consultation and one of our doctors will order the test for you. There is no additional charge.
No. Fasting is not required. However, we recommend NOT taking any medications or supplements at least 4 hours prior to the blood draw.
There is no need to discontinue medications, supplements, or make any dietary changes prior to any test. Medication, supplementation, and dietary intake will not impact any of our tests.
CICA results are available online within 7-10 business days after the specimen is received in the laboratory.
You will be notified via email when your specimen arrives at the laboratory with notification of when to expect your results. Once your results are ready, they will be uploaded to our secure portal and you will receive an email notification indicating your results are ready for you to view. Please follow the instructions to start your account on the PreviMedica portal.
If you have decided not to proceed with testing, please inform your program advisor, in writing, within 30 days of your purchase. Please return the test kit at your expense to:
Cell Science Systems/PreviMedica
852 South Military Trail
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Once we receive the returned kit, a refund will be processed less the $75.00 cancellation fee and shipping if applicable.
Please DO NOT use the FedEx shipping bag to return the kit. If the bag/label is used, an additional fee of $28.00 will also be deducted from your refund amount.
For cancellations after a specimen has shipped to the lab, the cancellation fee is $125.00 to be deducted from the amount to be refunded.
No refund will be issued if a request to cancel is received after 90 days from the test order date. You have the option to use credit toward another test or to transfer the original test ordered to a family member or friend as a gift. Specimens for new or gifted tests must be received within 30 days of this request.
With every test offered by PreviMedica, you will be eligible to receive a complimentary 30-minute phone or video consultation with a member of our support team to discuss test results. To request an appointment for a complimentary session, please complete this form: https://cellsciencesystems.com/resultsreview
No, insurance plans do not reimburse for this test, currently. However, you may be able to use your FSA or HSA to pay for the test.
Each tube must be filled to capacity. Failure to do so may require recollection.
PreviMedica’s nutrition advisors are eager to be on your health care team for as long as you need. To continue benefiting from monthly memberships, please contact us.
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