Lab Testing
Test - don’t guess!
With access to a diverse range of laboratory tests and state-of-the-art functional tests, we can find out what may be at the root of your symptoms or delaying your recovery so that we can uniquely tailor your recommendations and fast-track your results.
Some of the most useful tests I use include the below. I’m happy to talk you through each one in more detail if you want to book in a quick free call with me.
DUTCH Complete Hormone Test
The DUTCH test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) is a convenient at-home urine test helping to assess hormone-related conditions including functional hypothalamic amenorrhoea, PCOS, fertility issues, mood changes, and fatigue, as well as HRT monitoring. As hormones are broken down and excreted through urine, urine testing provides valuable insights into overall hormone function and metabolism. This gives us a much broader picture of how your hormones are actually working and what might be causing your symptoms, helping to guide personalised interventions. The test also provides a detailed assessment of your adrenal hormones and various neurotransmitter metabolites, so that we can see how your body is dealing with stress (crucial for your other hormone systems).
Advanced Blood Screening Panel
I have designed a bespoke blood panel test with Medichecks that looks at levels of key active nutrients, hormone status, alongside a full blood count, liver, kidney and muscle health. It also shows key markers for inflammation, autoimmunity and blood sugar control. You can either book your blood test at one of their many clinics or have a phlebotomy nurse visit you at home for your convenience.
MetaXplore™ GI Plus
This ground-breaking new gut test is currently being pioneered in the UK via a select group of health practitioners. The MetaXplore™ GI Plus is one of (if not the) most comprehensive gut microbiome and gastrointestinal health test in the world. It uses the lastest cutting-edge technology to provide next-generation sequencing (NGS) metagenomic-driven gut microbiome insights for over 28,000* microbial species and their function in your gut. This is all achieved from a single stool sample taken at home. As well as a detailed map of your gut microbiome, this test can assess your enzyme status and digestive capacity, gut barrier function, inflammation and several key immune markers in your gut.
TruHealth Blood (Spot)
The TruHealth test provides advanced health insights by measuring your cellular health across key biological systems relating to longevity. It assesses over 100 markers via a single blood spot, including mineral, vitamin, antioxidant and amino acid levels, as well as markers of stress, neurocognition, immune, cardiovascular and metabolic health. These markers provide insights into your biological function beyond traditional blood tests, helping to identify deficiencies or biochemical issues that may impact overall wellbeing. The advanced insights gained from this test can help us more precisely tailor nutrition and other lifestyle recommendations based on your unique biochemistry.
Lifecode GX Genetic Testing
These comprehensive DNA tests report on gene variants in key biological processes that govern health and disease, and also your susceptibility to stress. I mostly use the Nervous System test and add on the Oestrogen Balance test when needed.
The Nervous System test is the most comprehensive - it includes the FKBP5 gene - which can significantly impact cortisol regulation - and genes that impact the lifecycle (synthesis, reuptake and metabolism) and sensitivity to adrenaline. This test also looks at genes that impact Glutamate - GABA balance.
The Oestrogen Balance test can be used as a complement to the Nervous System test due to the significant interactions between oestrogen, and other steroid hormones, and the nervous system.
To learn more about how I would use lab testing to get to the root of your symptoms, please book in a free call with me.