Nagalase Testing
Understanding the Nagalase enzyme and its role in immune system function and cancer detection.
What is Nagalase?
The Nagalase enzyme (alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase) has the ability to completely shut down the activity of the localized immune macrophage cell, whose job it is to destroy any cell that has been harmed or is not functioning normally.
It effectively "cloaks" cancer cells from detection by the immune system. This is the reason that someone can have a strong functioning immune system and still be growing a tumor. The Nagalase blood test is a good way to check the progress of treatment.
The Nagalase Blood Test Exposes the Cancer
A test measuring the level of Nagalase in the blood can be used to provide a measure of progress during treatment for cancer. Remember, the more cancer cells there are, the higher the fermentation process is. This causes the cancer cells to "cloak" or hide their activity from the immune system by producing Nagalase.
There are some other conditions that can cause a false high reading on this test, so experience with it is necessary to properly interpret the results.
If a person has had a recent viral infection or if they have recently started a heavy exercise program, it can skew the results. The reason is that this is exactly what our normal muscle cells do when overworked and the oxygen level falls below a level necessary for respiration, they will produce the enzyme.
Nagalase and GcMAF
Nagalase deactivates GcMAF (Gc protein-derived Macrophage Activating Factor), the protein that activates macrophages, the immune system's primary defense against abnormal cells. When Nagalase levels are elevated, GcMAF activity is suppressed, leaving the immune system unable to identify and destroy cancer cells.
Bravo Probiotic Yogurt is specifically formulated to support the body's natural production of GcMAF in the gut. By maintaining healthy GcMAF levels, Bravo helps counteract the immunosuppressive effects of elevated Nagalase.
Regular Nagalase testing can therefore serve as a useful biomarker for tracking the effectiveness of a Bravo probiotic protocol, alongside other clinical measures.
Where to Get Tested
We have identified a laboratory that can provide the Nagalase test at a fairly low cost. Please see the following link or query for R.E.D. Laboratories USA:
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The information on this page is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Bravo Probiotic Yogurt is a food product and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health regimen.