Homocystein - ein Risikofaktor für Gefäßverkalkung und Schlaganfall

More information about Dr. Kirkamm can be found here: https://beacons.ai/laborarzt Homocysteine ​​is a sulfur-containing amino acid produced during methionine metabolism. Elevated homocysteine ​​levels (hyperhomocysteinemia) are a recognized risk factor for cardiovascular disease, including atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, and stroke. The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association recognize hyperhomocysteinemia as a potentially modifiable risk factor for stroke and recommend monitoring and, if appropriate, treatment of elevated homocysteine ​​levels.