DAO is an enzyme involved in metabolizing histamine and other polyamines. Enzyme is highly conserved across bilateria animals. DAO catalyzes oxidative deamination of polyamines to produce aminoaldehydes
CMV is a common virus affecting people of all ages. Nearly 1 in 3 children in US infected by age 5. Virus stays in body for life and can reactivate
Syphilis is a treatable sexually transmitted infection. Infection develops in four stages: primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary. Babies can get congenital syphilis during pregnancy
Anemia is characterized by a low level of red blood cells. It affects approximately 6% of the U.S. population. Women, children, and those with chronic conditions are more susceptible
Hyperthyroidism occurs when thyroid gland produces excessive hormones. Affects about 1 in 100 Americans over 12 years. More common in women and people over 60
Vitamin D supplementation recommended for children 1-18 years to prevent rickets. Daily lower-dose vitamin D preferred over higher doses for adults 50+. Routine 25(OH)D testing not recommended for healthy adults. Routine screening not recommended for adults with dark complexion