Asparagine

An amino acid involved in protein synthesis and nitrogen transport.

Last reviewedJune 16, 2026
Plasma
sample type
~5 mL
blood needed
~7 days
results in app
Morning, fasting
best timing
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In short

Asparagine is a non-essential amino acid the body can make for itself. It is built from aspartic acid and helps the body handle nitrogen, build proteins, and support nerve and brain function.

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Reviewed against DGKL reference practice.
Why it matters

Why test this?

It is measured as part of a plasma amino acid profile. Levels reflect protein metabolism and nitrogen handling. It is read for context within the wider panel rather than as a stand alone test of any single condition.

Reference ranges

What is a normal result?

Aniva reads your result against research-backed ranges, not just the lab's wide normal. The reference shown below is specific to this biomarker.

GroupAdult fasting plasma range
Adults35 to 75 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.

Ranges are guidance and vary by lab and assay, aligned with DGKL practice. Always read your result against your own lab's reference interval.
What you'll learn

What insights will this test give you?

  • A view of protein metabolism and nitrogen handling.
  • Context for interpreting the wider amino acid profile.
  • A signal that, when unusual, may prompt a closer look at metabolic patterns.
What affects your level

What can affect this result?

What can skew the result

Recent protein intake, fasting state, and time of day affect the result. A fasting morning sample gives the most reliable reading.

Best interpreted with

Read as part of the full plasma amino acid profile.

How testing works

How is this tested?

Sample
Plasma
Blood needed
~5 mL
Method
Ion-exchange chromatography or LC-MS/MS
Best timing
Morning, fasting
FAQ

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