Research & Development
The Big Idea
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TeloHealthDx is developing telomere profiling technology as a first-to market approach to generate Telomere Profile Scores (TPS) as diagnostics for telomere-associated diseases and as screening tools for predicting aging-related diseases. This approach has the potential to revolutionize telomere diagnostics and disease monitoring by capturing clinically relevant information that is missing from testing average telomere length alone.​
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Key Benefits of Telomere Profiling Test for Individual Health Management:​
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1. Biological Age Assessment: Telomere length provides an indication of biological age, which may differ from chronological age, helping individuals understand their true aging process. Regular testing can track changes in telomere profile over time, offering insights into how well an individual’s health strategies are working to slow the aging process.
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2. Early Detection of Telomere-Related Diseases: Telomere testing can detect signs of inherited telomere diseases, enabling early intervention and more effective management of conditions like Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) or Telomere Biology Disorders (TBD).
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3. Risk Prediction for Aging-Related Diseases: Shortened telomeres have been linked to various chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer. By measuring telomere profile, individuals can gain insights into their risk factors early on and take preventive measures.
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4. Personalized Health Interventions: Understanding your biological age through telomere profiling test allows for personalized health interventions tailored to your specific needs. This includes targeted lifestyle changes, such as diet adjustments, exercise routines, stress management techniques, and supplement regimens that can help maintain or even improve telomere profile.
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5. Longevity and Anti-Aging Strategies: Knowledge of your biological age helps in formulating strategies aimed at promoting longevity. By adopting anti-aging practices based on scientific evidence, individuals can potentially slow down the aging process and improve their quality of life over time.
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6. Mental Health Awareness: Chronic stress and mental health issues have been shown to accelerate telomere shortening. Measuring telomere profile can provide a clear link between psychological well-being and biological aging, encouraging individuals to prioritize mental health support and resilience-building activities.
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7. Preventive Medicine Approach: Traditional medical approaches often focus on reactive treatments once diseases manifest. Telomere profile testing offers a proactive approach by identifying early signs of cellular aging, allowing for timely interventions that can prevent or delay the onset of chronic conditions.