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Time of Day May Impact Aging Predictions

New study reveals that epigenetic age predictions fluctuate significantly throughout the day, emphasizing the need to consider timing in aging assessments.

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5 Key Takeaways

  • 1

    Epigenetic age fluctuates throughout the day, impacting age predictions.

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    17 epigenetic clocks were tracked over a 24-hour cycle.

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    Fluctuations linked to daily variations in white blood cell composition.

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    Sample collection timing crucial for accurate age estimation in research and clinical settings.

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    Importance of accurately interpreting biological age highlighted for aging research, disease prognosis, and lifestyle interventions.

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Time of Day May Impact Aging Predictions

New study reveals that epigenetic age predictions fluctuate significantly throughout the day, emphasizing the need to consider timing in aging assessments.

  • by Conexiant News Staff

  • May 9, 2024

  • 2 min

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