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Mineral analysis
Type
of test: Hair
This test offers an indication of levels of both trace minerals and toxic heavy metals in your body's
tissues. Trace minerals are essential in countless metabolic functions. For example, zinc is necessary for insulin production
and regulation – a low level raises your risk of developing blood sugar and weight problems, and Type II Diabetes. Magnesium
is required for muscle function, including the heart, and a deficiency has been linked with an increased incidence of heart
attacks, anxiety and nervousness. Potassium plays a crucial role in transporting nutrients into cells. Low levels can result
in muscle weakness, depression and lethargy.
Adrenal Stress Index
Type of test: Saliva
This test can detect imbalances in the daily circadian secretions of the stress hormones cortisol
and DHEA. Imbalances in these hormones can indicate an inappropriate response that can negatively impact energy levels, emotions,
and many other health complaints. These include anxiety, chronic inflammatory conditions, allergies, chronic fatigue syndrome,
insomnia, depression, migraines, headaches, recurrent infections, menstrual difficulties and infertility.
Metabolic Syndrome Profile (Insulin Resistance)
Type
of test: Blood Insulin resistance/insensitivity is closely linked to obesity, and occurs
when the body stops being responsive to insulin. This leads to higher and higher levels of insulin being secreted by
the pancreas in an attempt to maintain normal blood sugar levels. This profile measures insluin, glucose, cholesterol
and triglyceride levels.
Female
Hormone Panel
Type
of test: Saliva
This 12-sample saliva test measures progesterone, oestrogen and testosterone levels over the monthly cycle
to identify any hormonal imbalances. Common symptoms of this can include premenstrual tension, fluid retention, excessive
menstrual bleeding, menstrual irregularity, low libido, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, infertility, acne, and excess body hair.
Total Thyroid Screen Type
of test: Blood Impaired thyroid function is linked with symptoms such as weight gain
and fatigue. This test offers a more indepth look at your thyroid function than the general NHS tests. In
addition to measuring T4 and TSH, the Total Thyroid Screen checks levels of the more active thyroid hormone
T3, as well as reverse-T3 and anti-thyroid antibodies.
Stool Analysis
Type of test: Stool
The Comprehensive Diagnostic Stool Analysis (CDSA) is the
original, non-invasive evaluation of gastrointestinal function that includes analyses on digestion, absorption, metabolic
makers, immunology, bacteriology, and mycology. This profile is recommended for patients with diffuse and non-specific GI-related
symptoms, such as indigestion, dysbiosis, constipation, and diarrhoea. This assay helps pinpoint imbalances, provide clues
about current symptoms and warns of potential problems should the imbalances progress. With an accurate assessment, custom-tailored
treatment can be easily applied, greatly increasing the chances for therapeutic success. The CDSA is used in the evaluation
of various gastrointestinal symptoms or systemic illnesses that may have started in the intestine. Because illnesses are often
not discernable from symptoms, the CDSA is a valuable means of identifying previously unsuspected critical imbalances. The
addition of the Parasitology test, will also indicate whether there are any current parasitic infections.
Intestinal Immune Function Type
of test: Saliva Secretory IgA is an important indicator of digestive immune function.
Chronic intestinal infections (due to bacteria, yeasts or parasites), food sensitivities, aging, antibiotics, medication and
stress all decrease sIgA levels. Low levels can lead to recurrent infections and food intolerances. Very low levels
of this important antibody class have also been observed in autistic spectrum disorders.
Liver Detoxification Profile
Type of test: Saliva and Urine
The functioning of the liver's detoxification
pathways is assessed from saliva and urine samples after taking challenge dosages of caffeine, asprin and acetaminophen (paracetomol).
Signs and symptoms of toxicity include acne, bad breath, chronic fatigue, headaches, cancer, eczema, itching skin, and IBS.
Homocysteine Levels
Type of test: Blood Total plasma homocysteine levels are widely implicated in a variety of clinical conditions
and are an independent risk factor for cardiovascular, atherothrombotic and cerebrovascular disease. Certain key nutrients,
including Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6 and folic acid, are necessary for homocysteine metabolism; therefore this test can also
provide valuable information about a patient’s nutritional status relating to these nutrients.
Food Intolerance Test Type
of test: Blood This test investigates your body's reactions to 113 individual foods
and is helpful in discovering possible links between the foods you are eating and symptoms you experience. Food intolerance
has been linked with a multitude of symptoms such as headaches, irritability, lack of concentration, skin problems and digestive
discomfort.
Vitamin and Mineral Profile Type
of test: Blood This test can be used to identify deficiencies and/or excesses of many
minerals and vitamins, examples of which include vitamin B6 and magnesium, essential for optimal hormone function and implicated
in many female health conditions including PMS and fertility issues.
Vitamin
D Status Type of test: Blood Vitamin D has a hormone-like
effect, which has a high prevalence of deficiency even in normal populations. There is growing evidence that vitamin
D is involved in an increasing number of chronic diseases including diabetes, bone disease, cancer, autoimmune disease, chronic
fatigue and mental health problems. Deficiency in this vitamin has also been linked to recurrent miscarriage.
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