FAQS
General Questions
Epigenetics refers to changes in gene activity that do not alter the DNA sequence but can affect gene expression. These changes are influenced by various factors such as lifestyle, environment, and age. Understanding epigenetics allows us to see how external factors can impact our genetic code and overall health.
A biological age test measures the age of your cells and tissues, which can differ from your chronological age. It provides insights into your overall health and can help predict the risk of age-related diseases. By tracking your biological age, you can see how lifestyle changes affect your health over time.
Testing Process
You can purchase a TruDiagnostic test kit directly from our website. Simply choose the subscription that works best for you, or purchase a single test to try it out.
Each test kit comes with detailed instructions and all the necessary tools to collect a sample at home. You will either use a small lancet to prick your finger and collect a few drops of blood on a provided blood spot card or the Tasso device to easily collect blood from your arm. The process is simple and minimally invasive.
After collecting your sample, use the prepaid shipping label included in your kit to send it back to our lab. Ensure the sample is properly sealed and packaged as per the instructions.
Your results will be ready within 2-3 weeks from the time our lab receives your sample. You will receive an email notification when your results are available, and you can access them through our secure online portal.
Understanding Your Results
Your report will include detailed information on your biological age, pace of aging, and insights into specific health markers. It will also provide personalized recommendations for lifestyle changes to improve your health and potentially reduce your biological age.
Our tests are developed in collaboration with leading academic institutions and are based on cutting-edge research. We measure over 1,000,000 CpG locations on your DNA to provide highly accurate and reliable results.
Yes, we recommend testing every three months to monitor how lifestyle changes affect your biological age. This allows you to see the impact of your health interventions and make adjustments as needed.
Additional Information
TruAge is our most comprehensive test, offering an in-depth analysis of over 75 biomarkers related to aging and health. It includes reports on telomere length, immune system age, and the impacts of lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol.
TruAge tests are developed using the latest generation of aging algorithms and measure a comprehensive range of biomarkers. Our tests are backed by extensive research and collaborations with top academic institutions, providing highly accurate and actionable insights.
Yes, our laboratory services are CLIA certified and HIPAA compliant, ensuring the highest standards of data security and patient confidentiality.
For any additional questions or concerns, please contact our support team at support@trudiagnostic.com
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