Summer Schedule and The Labs We Always Check (But Most Don't)
Hey!
There’s one lab marker I check on almost every patient—yet it’s rarely mentioned in standard care.
It’s called homocysteine. And if it’s too high, it can quietly wreak havoc.
So what is it?
Homocysteine is a natural byproduct your body makes when breaking down protein. In a healthy system, it gets recycled back into methionine or converted into cysteine.
But when that recycling system breaks down (often due to low B12, folate, or B6)… homocysteine builds up.
And that’s a problem.
Why elevated homocysteine matters:
- Increased risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease
- Brain fog, memory loss, and mood issues
- Poor detox capacity and systemic inflammation
- Higher likelihood of autoimmune flares
- Slower healing and recovery
The kicker? Most labs say it’s “fine” if you’re under 15.But functionally, we want to see levels between 6–8 for optimal brain and heart protection.
Just like vitamin D, being barely “in range” doesn’t mean you're thriving.
At Apollo Health, we test homocysteine routinely—because when you catch it early and fix it, you can make huge shifts in how your body functions long-term.
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We’re also updating our schedule starting June 1st to better serve you—and want to make sure you’re in the loop.
🕑 New Hours (Starting June):
Monday: 12:30–3:30 PM & 4:30–7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00–11:00 AM & 12:30–3:30 PM
Thursday: 12:30–3:30 PM & 4:30–7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00–11:00 AM & 12:30–3:30 PM
This new schedule gives more flexibility across the week and reduces the risk of missed visits due to cancellations.
⚠️ Important: SKED App Temporarily Down
We’ve run into some tech issues with the SKED app, and online booking is currently disabled while we sort it out.
✅ To schedule an appointment:
Text us directly at 914-381-7577 and we’ll get you scheduled manually.
Thanks for your patience as we smooth this out!
Creating Generational Health,
Dr. G