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…s connect D-dimer relates to clot breakdown; CRP relates to inflammation; homocysteine is a different molecule. Ask what each test was ordered to investigate. Different markers answer different questions Dr. Purser puts several measurement…

…How the pieces connect Blood-vessel function, clotting, and inflammation may relate to risk. Compare studies of risk with trials that measure heart attacks or strokes. Association is not the same as prevention An observational study can fi…

…iciency. Topics: IL-8, CXCL8, occult infection, persistent inflammation, homocysteine, cytokines

…Vascular health, diabetes, pelvic injury, medicines, sleep, stress, and relationships can all affect erections. Describe the pattern to guide a discussion. Describe the problem before choosing an option The ED book encourages looking beyon…

… clue from a confirmed diagnosis. Fatigue, mood changes and body-composition changes are not unique to testosterone deficiency. The Endocrine Society describes diagnosis as requiring compatible symptoms and consistently low testosterone, wi…

…hangeable with a measurement of every form of copper in the body. Dr. Purser connects NAT2, methylation and antioxidant pathways with this model. A response to a dietary change does not by itself confirm copper toxicity or a genetic cause o…

The folate cycle, methionine cycle, and transsulfuration pathway work together to move methyl groups and process homocysteine.

Infliximab, sold as Remicade and as biosimilars, is a prescribed antibody medicine that targets TNF-alpha.

Follow the IL-23 and IL-17 conversation in Dr. Purser’s psoriasis report.

Learn about the interferon and IL-15 pathways described in this teaching.

See how crystals and immune signals play different roles in a gout flare.

Explore folate, B12, B6, and homocysteine in a bone-health discussion.