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Comprehensive Guide to Cyrex Array 2 and Array 20:
The Gut-Brain Barrier Connection
Introduction: Understanding Barrier Function in Health and Disease
The human body relies on sophisticated barrier systems to protect
vital organs and maintain homeostasis. Among these, the intestinal
barrier and blood-brain barrier represent two critical defense
systems that, when compromised, can trigger wide-ranging health
consequences [1, 2]. New research reveals these barriers don't
function in isolation4they form an interconnected axis with
profound implications for neurological and immune health [3].
Cyrex Laboratories offers specialized testing to assess the integrity
of both these critical barriers: Array 2 (Intestinal Antigenic
Permeability Screen™) and Array 20 (Blood-Brain Barrier
Permeability Screen™). These advanced tests enable earlier
detection of dysfunction and more targeted therapeutic
interventions before chronic disease develops [4, 5].
The Intestinal Barrier: First Line of Immune Defense
The intestinal barrier serves as the primary interface between the
external environment and internal systems, processing
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