Description

Optimizing Brain Health Through Nutritional and Cardiovascular Insight

The DBS Cognitive Wellness Panel is a convenient, dry blood spot (DBS) test that evaluates key biomarkers known to influence cognitive performance, memory, and neurological health. By assessing a combination of lipid metabolism, essential fatty acids, vitamin status, and homocysteine levels, this panel supports a proactive approach to maintaining long-term cognitive wellness.

Please note: Boston Heart Diagnostics policy prohibits healthcare providers from ordering labs for themselves or their immediate family members.

What Does This Test Measure?

This panel includes markers critical to understanding:

  • Neuroinflammation
  • Vascular risk for cognitive decline
  • Nutrient deficiencies that affect neurotransmitter function
  • Fatty acid balance impacting brain structure and function

Biomarkers Included

Brain-Related Vitamins

  • Vitamin B12
  • Folate
  • 25-OH Vitamin D

Cognitive Inflammation & Vascular Risk

  • Homocysteine
  • AA/EPA Ratio (pro-inflammatory vs. anti-inflammatory fatty acid balance)
  • EPA/AA Ratio

Fatty Acid Indices

  • DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)
  • EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)
  • Arachidonic Acid
  • Omega-3 Index
  • Omega-6 Index
  • Omega-3/Omega-6 Ratio
  • MUFA Index (Monounsaturated Fatty Acids)

Lipid Profile for Brain and Heart Health

  • Total Cholesterol
  • LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein)
  • HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)
  • Triglycerides
  • non-HDL Cholesterol
  • HDL/TG Ratio
  • TC/HDL Ratio

Who Should Consider This Panel?

This test is ideal for individuals who:

  • Are concerned about memory loss, cognitive decline, or brain fog
  • Have a family history of Alzheimer’s, dementia, or stroke
  • Are seeking a proactive, preventive approach to brain aging
  • Want to monitor fatty acid balance and vascular risk
  • Need a non-invasive, at-home testing option

Sample Collection

  • Method: Dried Blood Spot (DBS) — simple finger-prick collection
  • Fasting required: Yes, 8–12 hours recommended
  • Turnaround time: Typically 5–7 business days after sample receipt

Personalized Cognitive Support Begins with Data

With the DBS Cognitive Wellness Panel, you gain valuable insights to support targeted nutritional, lifestyle, and therapeutic interventions—empowering you to maintain sharp thinking, memory, and overall cognitive vitality.