An essential amino acid important for immunity and collagen.
Lysine is an essential amino acid, so it has to come from food. It is a building block for proteins and is needed to make collagen, carnitine and other molecules. It also plays a part in calcium absorption and immune function.
Plasma lysine is part of a full amino acid profile and reflects protein intake and how your body handles this amino acid. Low levels can reflect poor intake, while unusual results can point toward rare inherited disorders. It is read in the context of the whole profile.
Aniva reads your result against research-backed ranges, not just the lab's wide normal. The reference shown below is specific to this biomarker.
Adult fasting plasma, guidance only:
| Analyte | Typical adult range (µmol/L) |
|---|---|
| Lysine | 110 to 243 |
Ranges vary by laboratory and assay and are read as part of the full amino acid profile.
Results are affected by recent diet, recent protein intake, fasting state and the time of day the sample is taken.
Read as part of the full plasma amino acid profile.
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