Functional Testing
Functional testing is important for uncovering underlying health issues, providing a comprehensive understanding of your body's systems to tailor precise and effective support plans. We have a variety of functional testing available to add on to your packages
Comprehensive Stool Test
This stool test is a comprehensive assessment of complete gut health, assessing the root cause of most GI complaints. The combination of PCR, culture, and microscopic testing methods ensures any and all relevant organisms are identified. This test provides immediate, actionable clinical information for the management of gastrointestinal health. Utilising cutting-edge technologies and biomarkers, these profiles offer valuable insight into digestive function, intestinal inflammation, and the intestinal microbiome.
How can it help you?
Our functional testing offers insights into inflammation levels and your body's efficiency in digesting and absorbing nutrients. Additionally, stool testing can reveal imbalances in yeast, parasites, and both beneficial and harmful bacteria residing in your large intestine, collectively known as the microbiome.
Given the connection between gut health and systemic diseases, enhancing gut function can have a profound impact on overall well-being. By pinpointing abnormalities through this testing, I can collaborate with you on a tailored treatment strategy aimed at alleviating your symptoms and enhancing your health.
Why might you take this test?
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Gas
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Bloating
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Indigestion/ reflux
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Abdominal pain/ cramps
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Diarrhoea
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Constipation
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Atopic dermatitis/ eczema
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Allergies
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Autoimmune diseases
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Mood disorders (depression)
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Joint aches
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Diabetes
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Weight issues
Cost
£310-£410 (depending on how many additional markers you may need)
*Please note this test needs to be booked with a consultation
NutrEval
The NutrEval® is both a blood and urine profile that evaluates over 125 biomarkers and assesses the body's functional need for 40 antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, amino acids, digestive support, and other select nutrients. Testing can address a wide range of client concerns, from chronic health conditions to health optimisation and peak performance.
The only nutritional testing of its kind – combines several methodologies and biomarkers providing you with the most comprehensive nutritional assessment available.
How can it help you?
Nutrition packs a powerful punch! Just a few simple changes to what you eat can have a huge impact on your body and how you feel. That's where nutritional testing comes in – it helps you figure out exactly what your body needs to thrive.
Think of nutrition as the fuel for every system in your body. When your diet isn't up to par, it can contribute to a whole host of chronic diseases. If you're dealing with issues like feeling down, heart troubles, weight struggles, or just feeling tired all the time, nutritional testing might be able to shed some light on what's going on.
We use Genova Labs's nutritional testing, which goes above and beyond what regular labs can offer. It gives you personalised recommendations for things like amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, and can even clue you in on any toxins lurking in your body.
Getting your nutrition in balance can lead to a healthier weight, a happier mind, and even help prevent disease – not to mention, it'll give you a much-needed energy boost! If you're ready to start feeling your best, have a chat with your healthcare provider about nutritional testing.
Why might you take this test?
The World Health Organization reports that all countries worldwide are impacted by various forms of malnutrition. Nutritional imbalances frequently contribute to the development of diseases. Addressing these imbalances can lead to improved health and well-being
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Mood disorders
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Cardiovascular disease
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Obesity/ Insulin resistance/ Type 2 Diabetes
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Fatigue
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Weight Issues/ Dietary Guidance
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Malnutrition (often observed in the elderly)
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Maldigestion/Malabsorption
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Athletic performance
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Physical trauma/healing
Cost £515
*Please note this test needs to be ordered with a consultation
Metabolomix
What is this test?
The Metabolomix is a non- invasive personalised nutritional assessment using a unique combination of nutritional tests that provides an analysis of key nutritional biomarkers. A first morning void (FMV) urine collection, with optional add-on bloodspot finger stick and buccal swab to assess the functional need for antioxidants, B-vitamins, minerals, digestive support, fatty acids, and amino acids.
Metabolomix+ is similar to the comprehensive NutrEval with the advantage of being collected entirely at home.
How can it help you?
Getting your nutrition in balance can lead to a healthier weight, a happier mind, and even help prevent disease – not to mention, it'll give you a much-needed energy boost!
Why might you take this test?
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Postpartum depletion
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Depression
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Heart disease
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Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
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Fatigue
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Weight issues
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General dietary guidance
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Malnutrition (often observed in the elderly)
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Maldigestion/Malabsorption related to the gut
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Athletic performance
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Physical trauma/healing
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The Metabolomix+ can be collected completely in the comfort of your own home. It requires a urine sample and if your practitioner orders add-on testing, a bloodspot finger stick, and cheek swab.
Cost £305 plus consultation
*Please note this test can only be bought with a consultation
Annual Health Test
What is this test?
This test is a detailed blood draw of 39 markers of health including cholesterol, diabetes, vitamin D, vitamin B12, folate, liver function, iron deficiency, inflammation, and a full blood count. The great thing about this test is a phlebotomist is included in the price and visits your house at a time that’s convenient for you.
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Full blood draw collected by an experienced phlebotomist
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Flexible appointments – book a visit at home or to your workplace
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UKAS-accredited and CQC-compliant laboratory
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Provides hospital-standard, easy-to-read traffic light results
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Guidance to help you make effective lifestyle changes
How can it help you?
Annual health checks have major benefits for your long-term health. You can track your health status year-on-year, making recommended lifestyle changes to support healthy aging. Plus, you get early risk indicators for health issues, allowing you to take preventative action and visiting your GP if needed. But finding the time to fit in a check-up can feel impossible when you have a busy schedule.
The Annual Health Test makes it convenient and affordable to get your health checked.
Why might you take this test?
It can be hard to get an appointment with your GP especially one for a blood test that covers all these key markers. It’s the perfect well rounded check up on liver markers, cholesterol, diabetes risk, inflammation etc..to help you keep on top of your health.
Cost £175
*This can be purchased separately from a consultation as a stand alone test
Female Hormone Test
Dutch Complete - Adrenal and Sex Hormone
DUTCH Complete is a dried urine test providing a comprehensive assessment of 35 different sex and adrenal hormones, including oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA and cortisol along with their metabolites. It also measures daily free cortisol and cortisone patterns, the oxidative stress marker 8-OHdG, melatonin and nine organic acids including markers for vitamin B12, vitamin B6, biotin, glutathione (pyroglutamate), dopamine, norepinephrine/epinephrine, neuroinflammation and tryptophan putrefaction.
How can it help you?
DUTCH Complete can help identify the root causes of sex hormone and adrenal imbalances in both women and men. It can provide insights into conditions such as premenstrual syndrome, PMDD, PCOS, menopause, infertility, weight gain, fatigue, low libido, sleep issues and mood disorders in women. As well as infertility, weight gain, fatigue, low libido, sleep issues, and mood disorders.
Cost £250
*Please note this test can only be purchased with a consultation
