NOTE: This test is ONLY AVAILABLE TO AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS.
Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes, composed of repeated DNA sequences and specialised proteins. They play a critical role in shielding chromosomes from damage and preventing them from being mistaken as broken DNA. Over time, telomeres shorten with each cell division, contributing to cellular ageing and eventual senescence—a state where cells no longer divide.
Cellular senescence involves permanent changes in cell function, including gene expression and organelle structure. These changes are linked to ageing and age-related diseases, driven by telomere dysfunction and the activation of telomere-associated DNA damage responses (tDDR).
Healthy lifestyle interventions, such as regular exercise, balanced diets, and certain therapies, have been shown to reduce cellular damage and improve healthspan by limiting the effects of senescence. Conversely, factors like chronic inflammation, obesity, and mitochondrial dysfunction accelerate telomere shortening and ageing.
Telomere testing provides valuable insights into biological ageing and helps identify risks for age-associated conditions. By understanding your telomere health, you can take proactive steps to improve longevity and reduce the effects of cellular ageing through tailored lifestyle modifications and therapies.
Common Conditions:
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Aplastic anaemia
- Atherosclerosis
- Chronic kidney disease
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Inflammation
- Liver cirrhosis
- Macular degeneration
- Metabolic syndrome
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Reduced fertility
- Type 2 diabetes
Are you aging faster than you would like due to telomere shortening?
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.
How old are you really?
Example
As per the above image, your biological age is 57.10 and your chronological age is 64.10, that means your 7 years younger in terms of your underlying health. Chronological age is how long you have existed. Biological age is how old your cells are.
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About The Test
All tests come with full instructions, including a pre-authorised practitioner script.
Home test kits come with everything you need to complete the test, including free express post return postage to the laboratory.
All pathology test kits come with a preauthorised script (including test kit/s if required) to take to your local pathology test centre.
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Turn-around time: 18-21 days
