MTHFR
MTHFR- stands for Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase (the enzyme is in a mutated form when talking about it in these specific cases).
Not that you`ll ever really need to remember that.
Please visit the America's Pharmacist Website for an easy to understand overview and information on MTHFR.
Please visit www.MTHFR.net for more detailed information.
The above websites will provide you with answers to most of your questions about MTHFR.
Testing For MTHFR
Also known as: MTHFR DNA testing
Formal name: Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Mutations, C677T and A1298C
Related tests: Homocysteine, Factor V Leiden Mutation and PT 20210 Mutation, Vitamin B12 & Folate, Cardiac Risk Assessment, Methotrexate
MTHFR Disorder
Most serious mutation to less serious
C677T/C677T - Homozygous. Genetic counseling is recommended.
A1298C/A1298C - Homozygous. Genetic counseling is recommended.
C677T/A1298C- Compound heterozygous
C677T- Heterozygous
A1298C- Heterozygous
Immunocompromised individuals are at increased risk for adverse effects.