odx-biomarkers

The Apo B to Apo A1 Ratio Dr. Dicken Weatherby & Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN There is so much more to cholesterol than meets the eye!

The LDL:HDL Ratio Dr. Dicken Weatherby & Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN Calculation of the LDL-cholesterol to HDL-cholesterol ratio provides a better assessment of cardiovascular risk than measuring either biomarker alone.

The Omega 3 Index (n-3 index) Dr. Dicken Weatherby & Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN Omega-3s are important to maintaining the health of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, immune, endocrine, and nervous systems. Omega-3 DHA is especially important in vision. In general, omega-3s EPA and DHA help control inflammation, blood pressure, heart rate, and blood clotting, and they support immune and neurological function. [i] [ii] [iii] [iv] [v]

Enzymes are here and there but they shouldn’t be everywhere! Part 2: AST:ALT Ratio By Dicken Weatherby, N.D. and Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN In part 1 of this 2-part article we discussed ALT:AST ratio. In this article we will be talking about the reciprocal ratio, the AST:ALT Ratio also known as the DeRitis Ratio.

Enzymes are here and there but they shouldn’t be everywhere! Part 1: ALT:AST Ratio By Dicken Weatherby, N.D. and Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) are enzymes that participate in gluconeogenesis by transferring amino groups to alpha-ketoglutaric acid

Ceruloplasmin Keeps Your Copper Safe By Dicken Weatherby, N.D. and Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN Ceruloplasmin is a copper-containing protein produced primarily by the liver, though some is produced in lymphocytes and macrophages.[1]

Optimal - The Podcast: Episode 5 Dr. Dicken Weatherby & Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN Welcome to episode 5 of "Optimal - The Podcast" recorded June 3rd, 2020. Here's a breakdown of what we covered and timing: Introduction (0:00) COVID-19 Testing Update - (0:01:10) Vitamin D Update (0:05:30)

ALT:AST Ratio, AST:ALT Ratio & Ceruloplasmin​ Dr. Dicken Weatherby & Beth Ellen DiLuglio Welcome to Optimal - The Biomarkers where we cover new and interesting information and research on the biomarkers that we analyze and interet in the Optimal DX Software Application.

Optimal - The Podcast: Episode 4 - Part 2 Vitamin D Update Dr. Dicken Weatherby & Beth Ellen DiLuglio Welcome to episode 4 of "Optimal - The Podcast" recorded May 13th, 2020. In part 2 we cover an update on Vitamin D.

The treasure trove of blood chemistry… Neutrophil Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) By Dicken Weatherby, N.D. and Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, LDN Blood carries everything from nutrients and oxygen, to clues that help practitioners solve the puzzle of disease and dysfunction. This is where functional blood chemistry analysis can help more fully evaluate a patient’s condition.