USE OF OXIDATIVE STRESS DIAGNOSTIC PLOT AS A HEALTH INDICATOR FOR ASSESSING OXIDATIVE STRESS AND ITS CONTROL IN HUMANS

摘要

A diagnostic plot derived from the measurement of 82 assays which characterize two key parameters which significantly contribute to an individual's health status. These two parameters are oxidative stress profile (OSP) and antioxidant profile. Each of the assays which constitute the 82 assays are complimentary with other assays of the profile, thus providing either confirmation information or the synthesis of new information. The diagnostic plot, developed to interpret the assay data which provides information about oxidative damage and antioxidant protection, consists of four quadrants, each with noticeable characteristics. By visually assessing the position of a patient's OSP status, in comparison to reference OSP values in the four quadrants constituting the diagnostic plot, physicians and other health care professionals can provide sound advice to their patients regarding dietary and life style changes one need to adhere for prevention of oxidative stress-related diseases as well as postponing premature aging processes.