Genetics, CMA and blood tests
In the reference guideHow Dr. Purser combines inherited tendencies, current nutrient findings and conventional laboratory results without treating them as the same test.
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What’s searchable?How Dr. Purser combines inherited tendencies, current nutrient findings and conventional laboratory results without treating them as the same test.
… you. At the Per Wellness Clinics under Dan Perer MD, we do CMA, cellular micronutrient assays, which is a test that tests over 100 different substances and for deficiencies within your cells. CMA is incredibly important to show exactly whi…
Searchable captionsRead matching passageWhy do CMA tests matter so much? Because they check what’s going on inside your cells, not just your blood. 🧬 At Purser Wellness, we use CMA + genetic data (like MTHFR, PEMT, etc.) to spot the root of fatigue, inflammation, and more—then bu
Intracellular testing, or the CMA Cellular Micronutrient Assay, measures over 100 vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants inside your cells—not just in your blood. Unlike serum tests, which show short-term levels, intracellular te…
…uction or a brief uh explanation about the two pages of our CMA cellular micronutrient assay results. Uh I get this question all the time with my patients and there's confusion about the two pages of CMA results. When we have our patients g…
Searchable captionsIntracellular testing, or the CMA Cellular Micronutrient Assay, measures over 100 vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants inside your cells—not just in your blood. Unlike serum tests, which show short-term levels, intracellular testing reveals what your cells have been missing over the last 100 days. Low levels can mean weak enzymes, non-functioning proteins, and accelerated aging. By identifying deficiencies and matching them with the correct nutrient forms for your genetics, you can target fatigue, anxiety, depression, and other chronic issues at the root. Get your CMA by calling o
Searchable captionsRead matching passageMTHFR & The Never-Ending Sugar Crash Cycle: Why You’re Always Tired & Craving Sweets If you have an MTHFR variant (C677T or A1298C), you may constantly battle fatigue, sugar cravings, and energy crashes — even when you’re “doing everything right.” In this video, we break down exactly why this happens: How MTHFR/methylation issues impair ATP (energy) production at the cellular level Why your body desperately reaches for quick glucose The vicious cycle of blood sugar spikes → insulin crashes → more cravings & fat storage The downstream effects on antioxidants, DNA repair, and overall energy How to finally break the cycle: Targeted supplementation that fills methylation “holes” (what we learned from 15–20k intracellular tests) Why our MTHFR Daily multivitamin was specifically formulated for this The power of CMA intracellular testing Intermittent fasting (12–16 hrs) Fasted cardio (even just a brisk walk) High-protein, real-food diet with minimal processed sugars If you’re tired of the sugar rollercoaster and want stable energy, this is for you. Links: Read the full Substack article → https://danpursermd.substack.com/p/the-mthfrsugar-craving-cycle Get your CMA intracellular testing & genetics done → Call our office or visit danpursermd.com Shop MTHFR Daily → https://physiciandesigned.com/products/mthfr-daily Have an MTHFR variant? Drop your genotype (heterozygous/homozygous) in the comments — I’m always curious! #MTHFR #SugarCravings #Methylation #ChronicFatigue #Energy #PurserWellness #FunctionalMedicine #IntermittentFasting Follow Dr. Purser! Info: http://www.DanPurserMD.com Supplements: https://www.PhysicianDesigned.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00BIKSGVQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danpursermd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhysicianDesigned Twitter: https://twitter.com/realdanpursermd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/danpursermd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danpurser.md Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/danpursermd
Searchable captionsRead matching passageHigh homocysteine often shows up first as widespread inflammation—pain all over, poor circulation, or even early warning signs of cardiovascular problems like stroke and heart attack. The best way to know for sure is through testing: a blood test can measure homocysteine directly, while a CMA with Redox uncovers the vitamin deficiencies driving it. For genetic causes, the DRP Genetics panel screens 15–16 of the 17 known SNPs that can cause permanently high homocysteine. If your levels are fixed by genetics, reduced glutathione and targeted B vitamins (like MTHFR Daily) are key to balancing the
Searchable captionsRead matching passageThat afternoon sugar craving may be telling you more than you think. Here’s how methylation, glucose, cellular energy and your genetics may fit into the bigger picture. https://danpursermd.substack.com/p/mthfr-and-the-never-ending-sugar?utm_source=youtube
Searchable captionsRead matching passageDan Purser MD and the full team will take you on a virtual tour of the clinic, share our root-cause approach to hormones, inflammation, longevity, genetics, and personalized wellness, and answer your questions in real time. You’ll get an inside look at how we help patients reclaim energy, reduce inflammation, and dramatically improve quality of life — plus see the wellness stations, giveaways, and special event offers happening in-person. Whether you’re local or across the country, this is your chance to connect, learn, and discover what true root-cause medicine looks like. And only for the next 24 hours, we have discounted our Testing and Consult Bundles! Jump over to danpursermd.com for a look under the testing tab! We can’t wait to see you (virtually)! 🚀
Searchable captionsRead matching passageJackson Larkin, one of our Purser Wellness Coaches discusses the need to support your Inflammatory Marker Genetics and what current supplements help achieve this.
Searchable captionsRead matching passage…tuff, but I learn more all the time. Um it's endless. Well, genetics are endless. Uh and it's going to be that way. I'll be studying this stuff for the rest of my life. Um, and it's really fun to um to address it and figure this out and giv…
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