{"count":3,"index":{"built_at":"2026-07-27T02:54:54.671241+00:00","public_records":55311,"revision":"b40d3ea78c607332a3ceca39"},"query":{"area":null,"kind":null,"lang":null,"limit":10,"match_mode":"all_terms","q":"Evidence check: DNA Stoffwechseltest in the context of fatigue"},"results":[{"answer":"A DNA metabolism test can identify genetic variants that may influence energy metabolism – for example, in the MTHFR gene (folate activation, homocysteine) or CYP2D6 (drug metabolism). Fatigue is often linked anecdotally to MTHFR polymorphisms and elevated homocysteine, but the evidence is moderate: most carriers have normal homocysteine, and a causal role in fatigue is unproven. CLOCK variants (e.g., rs1801260) may slightly affect chronotype, but effect sizes are small. The MyBody-X WeightLoss DNA test analyzes a few metabolic SNPs but provides lifestyle inspiration rather than medical diagnosis. Fatigue is multifactorial – sleep, stress, nutrient status, thyroid, and mental health are major contributors. A genetic test does not replace clinical evaluation. Overall, evidence for actionable recommendations from such tests is weak to moderate; many products are marketing-driven. Before supplementing (e.g., methylfolate), measure homocysteine and other relevant biomarkers.","area":"gesundheit","canonical_id":"gesundheit:canonical-8f83c799a3748c1327149bf2","id":"public-cb7b4ea807ec252deac82c79","kind":"qa","language":"en","publication_status":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending","question":"Evidence check: DNA Stoffwechseltest in the context of fatigue","score":24.70378818,"snippet":"A DNA metabolism test can identify genetic variants that may influence energy metabolism – for example, in the MTHFR gene (folate activation, homocysteine) or CYP2D6 (drug metabolism). 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