The most relevant test for vision and eye health is the Micronutrient test. Several micronutrients play a crucial role in maintaining eye health. These nutrients support various aspects of eye function and can help prevent eye conditions and diseases. Some of the key micronutrients involved in eye health include:
- Vitamin A: Vitamin A is essential for maintaining good vision, and a deficiency can lead to night blindness and other vision problems. It is a component of the pigment rhodopsin, which is found in the retina and is necessary for low-light vision.
- Vitamin C: Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps protect the eyes from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. It may also reduce the risk of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
- Vitamin E: Like vitamin C, vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help protect the eyes from damage. It may reduce the risk of cataracts and AMD.
- Zinc: Zinc is a mineral that plays a role in maintaining the health of the retina. It is involved in the metabolism of vitamin A and may help reduce the risk of AMD.
- Copper: Copper is needed for the maintenance of healthy eye tissues and may play a role in preventing cataracts.
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), are beneficial for eye health. They are found in high concentrations in the retina and may help reduce the risk of AMD and dry eye syndrome.
- Selenium: Selenium is an antioxidant that can help protect the eyes from oxidative damage. It may also reduce the risk of cataracts.
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2): Riboflavin is important for maintaining healthy corneas and preventing conditions like keratoconus.
- Niacin (Vitamin B3): Niacin is essential for overall eye health and may help prevent conditions like glaucoma.
- Vitamin D: While primarily known for its role in bone health, vitamin D may also have a role in reducing the risk of AMD.
Another test that may be relevant for visio and eye health is that the Neural Zoomer Plus. Measuring 48 markers of neural autoimmunity in the entire test, the Optical and Autonomic System Panel has 3 markers on related to neural autoimmune conditions often associated with vision disorders:
- Anti-Neuron Specific Enolase: Associated with optical neuropathies
- Anti-Recoverin: Associated with retinopathies
- Anti-CV2: Associated with uveitis
