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Glossary

Plain-language explanations of the tests, measures, therapies, and concepts used in longevity medicine.

G

Glutathione

Glutathione is a small molecule made from three amino acids that participates in cellular redox balance and chemical processing.

I

Intravenous Therapy

Intravenous therapy is the administration of fluid or a substance directly into a vein through a sterile catheter.

N

NAD+

NAD+ is the oxidized form of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme that transfers electrons and supports many cellular reactions.

Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic medicine is a regulated or unregulated healthcare field, depending on jurisdiction, that uses a broad mix of lifestyle, nutritional, physical, and other approaches.

P

Peptide Therapy

Peptide therapy is a broad label for the medical use of short chains of amino acids that act as signalling molecules or have other biological functions.

Platelet-Rich Fibrin

Platelet-rich fibrin is an autologous blood preparation in which platelets and other cells are held within a fibrin matrix.

Platelet-Rich Plasma

Platelet-rich plasma is a preparation made from a person's own blood in which platelets are concentrated within a portion of plasma.