Homocysteine is a particular amino acid (building block for proteins) present in the blood that has been found to be associated with cardiovascular disease. Elevated levels of homocysteine are thought to predispose to atherosclerosis and clot formation by damaging the lining of blood vessels. However, the exact role of homoscysteine is still being determined in studies.
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