In the clinic, we prescribe it orally or inhaled using a nebulizer to thin mucus in chronic respiratory diseases
10.1016/s0009-8981(03)00200-6 Clin Chim Acta
Clinically, AKI has long been considered a hypercatabolic state, which adversely affects outcomes, including mortality 13,14
More than 90% of dietary TRP is metabolized via the KP, primarily in the liver [171], generating circulating KYN that readily crosses the BBB, whereas downstream metabolites such as KYNA, QA, and 3-HAA remain largely trapped within the CNS once synthesized [20]
However, the lack of human trials, quick degradability of liposomes and safety concerns of soy lecithin (a liposomal component) are barriers against its current use
As for testing for the MTHFR genetic variation, many labs also offer tests for this gene