mescreen™ is backed by an elite team of scientific advisors with deep expertise in mitochondrial health, cellular biology, advanced analytics, and personalized medicine. Our advisors include top researchers, clinicians, and scientists who have dedicated their careers to understanding the role of mitochondria in human health. With their guidance, mescreen™ integrates cutting-edge research and proven methodologies to deliver highly accurate, actionable health insights. Their leadership and expertise reinforce the trust in mescreen™, ensuring that every recommendation is based on the latest science and tailored to provide meaningful improvements in your well-being. You can be confident that the technology behind mescreen™ is developed by leaders at the forefront of the health optimization field.

Your mescreen™ report includes actionable steps to improve mitochondrial health, such as recommended supplements, and lifestyle modifications. You can also schedule a consultation with our mitochondria experts to help you interpret your results and modify your action plan as you make progress toward vitality.

From the mescreen™ test results, you will gain a comprehensive analysis of your mitochondrial efficiency, including insights into your body’s energy production and potential risks of mitochondrial dysfunction. mescreen™ evaluates four core metrics, including your Energy Profile, which tracks mitochondrial health and resilience, and Mito ROS Scores, which measure your ability to manage oxidative stress. You’ll also learn about your Mito Network Scores, revealing how your mitochondria handle cellular stress, and Energy Balance Scores, which assess key factors affecting energy equilibrium and recovery. Based on these insights, you'll receive personalized recommendations for optimizing your health through diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes.

Yes, while we understand many aspects of basal respiration and its importance, more research is needed to fully elucidate the complex relationships between basal respiration, mitochondrial function, and human health. Ongoing studies continue to reveal new insights into this crucial aspect of cellular biology.

Several strategies can potentially enhance basal respiration and overall mitochondrial health: 

• Regular exercise, especially activities that improve cardiorespiratory fitness.
• Consuming a balanced diet rich in antioxidants and mitochondrial-supporting nutrients.
• Enhancing vagus nerve function
  Managing stress through various techniques.
• Ensuring adequate, quality sleep.
• Considering mitochondrial-targeted supplements, such as Coenzyme Q10 or NAD+ precursors, under medical supervision.

Basal respiration is the minimal rate of oxygen consumption by mitochondria to support basic cellular functions. It represents the threshold below which cells cannot sustain oxidative phosphorylation to meet energy demands. This concept is fundamental to understanding mitochondrial function and its role in cellular health and overall well-being.

Basal respiration is crucial for cellular health for several reasons: 

• It reflects the cell's ability to generate ATP, the primary energy currency of cells. 
• A healthy basal respiration rate indicates efficient energy production with minimal waste. 
• It helps determine the cell's spare respiratory capacity, which indicates how well cells can respond to increased energy demands or stress. 
• Alterations in basal respiration can be an early sign of mitochondrial dysfunction, which is associated with various diseases. 

Basal respiration, as an indicator of mitochondrial function, affects overall health in several ways: 

• It contributes to better energy production and reduced fatigue. 
• Higher mitochondrial function in immune cells is associated with better immune responses. 
• Mitochondrial dysfunction and decreased basal respiration are linked to accelerated aging. 
• Optimal mitochondrial function may help prevent or mitigate various chronic diseases. 

Basal respiration is one of the key metrics measured in the mescreen™ test and assesses oxygen consumption rates (OCR) in living cells. This measurement provides insights into ATP production, proton leak, and mitochondrial efficiency.