A minor amino acid and metabolic intermediate.
Alpha-aminobutyric acid is a minor amino acid formed during the metabolism of methionine, threonine, and serine. It is closely linked to the body's production of glutathione, an important antioxidant.
It is measured as part of a plasma amino acid profile. Levels can shift with protein metabolism and antioxidant pathways. It is read for context within the wider panel rather than as a stand alone test of any single condition.
Aniva reads your result against research-backed ranges, not just the lab's wide normal. The reference shown below is specific to this biomarker.
| Group | Adult fasting plasma range |
|---|---|
| Adults | 5 to 40 µmol/L |
Amino acid ranges vary by laboratory and method. They are best read as part of the full plasma amino acid profile, not in isolation.
Recent protein intake, fasting state, and time of day affect the result. A fasting morning sample gives the most reliable reading.
Read as part of the full plasma amino acid profile.
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