FUNCTIONAL TESTS FROM INTERNATIONAL LABORATORIES

1. COMPREHENSIVE STOOL ANALYSIS WITH PARASITOLOGY (CSAP2)

Latent bacterial/ fungal/ parasitic infections can be identified along with this sensitivity testing tovarious nutritional supplement.
The Comprehensive Stool Analysis with Parasitology (CSAP2) is an invaluable non-invasive diagnostic assessment that permits practitioners to objectively evaluate the status of beneficial and imbalanced commensal bacteria, pathogenic bacteria, yeast/fungus and parasites. Precise identification of pathogenic species and susceptibility testing greatly facilitates selection of the most appropriate pharmaceutical or natural treatment agents.

Important information regarding the efficiency of digestion and absorption can be gleaned from the measurement of the fecal levels of elastase (pancreatic exocrine sufficiency), fat, muscle and vegetable fibers, and carbohydrates. Inflammation can significantly increase intestinal permeability and compromise assimilation of nutrients. The extent of inflammation, whether caused by pathogens or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), can be assessed and monitored by examination of the levels of biomarkers such as lysozyme, lactoferrin, white blood cells and mucus. These markers can be used to differentiate between inflammation associated with potentially life-threatening inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which requires lifelong treatment, and less severe inflammation that can be associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) which is frequently due to the presence of enteroinvasive pathogens.

Indications
• Autoimmune Disease
• Food Allergies/Sensitivities
• Gastrointestinal Symptoms
• IBD/IBS
• Inflammation
• Joint Pain
• Nutritional Deficiencies
• Systemic illnesses
• Toxic overload

Contributing/causal factors
• Bacterial overgrowth or imbalances (dysbiosis)
• Chronic maldigestion
• Food allergen impact on bowel absorptive surfaces
• Low gastric acid production
• Pathogenic bacteria, yeast or parasites and related toxic irritants
• The use of NSAIDs and antibiotic
Indications
• ADD/ADHD
• Autism
• Chronic ear infections
• Eczema
• Gut mal-absorption
• Headaches
• Insomnia
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Rheumatoid arthritis

Contributing/causal factors
• Additives
• Antibiotics
• Artificial preservatives
• Environmental pollutants
• Infections
• Molds
• Overeating
• Pesticides

2. DUTCH TESTING
WOMEN MEN

• Depression
• Fatigue
• Low libido
• Menopause
• Mood swings
• Premenstrual symptoms (PMS)
• Weight gain • Depression
• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Increased prostate cancer risk
• Lower sex drive
• Sleeping troubles
• Weight gain

This advanced hormone testing was developed to improve on the available hormone testing options. DUTCH offers the most extensive profile of sex and adrenal hormones along with their metabolites. Additionally, the daily (diurnal) pattern of free cortisol is included along with melatonin. This unique combination of clinical information is not available by any other method.

Women: Millions of women suffer from hormonal imbalances. Identifying the root cause of chronic health issues is certainly correctable, but only if properly identified. The dried urine collection process is great for baseline measurements of women with hormonal imbalances and for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) monitoring.
Men: Over time, men experience a gradual loss of their hormones that are produced in the gonads and adrenal glands. Testosterone and DHEA levels fall and estrogen levels tend to rise. Many men feel like this is part of getting older and do not think there is treatment to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle. The DUTCH test was created to provide insight, in one easy to administer test.

3. ORGANIX ACID TEST (OAT)
The Organic Acids Test (OAT) offers a comprehensive metabolic snapshot of a patient’s overall health with over 70 markers. It provides an accurate evaluation of intestinal yeast and bacteria. Abnormally high levels of these microorganisms can cause or worsen behavior disorders, hyperactivity, movement disorders, fatigue and immune function. Many people with chronic illnesses and neurological disorders often excrete several abnormal organic acids in their urine. The cause of these high levels could include oral antibiotic use, high sugar diets, immune deficiencies, acquired infections, as well as genetic factors.
Our Organic Acids Test also includes markers for vitamin and mineral levels, oxidative stress, neurotransmitter levels, and is the only OAT to include markers for oxalates, which are highly correlated with many chronic illnesses.
If abnormalities are detected using the OAT, treatments can include supplements, such as vitamins and antioxidants, or dietary modification. Upon treatment, patients and practitioners have reported significant improvement such as decreased fatigue, regular bowel function, increased energy and alertness, increased concentration, improved verbal skills, less hyperactivity, and decreased abdominal pain. The OAT is strongly recommended as the initial screening test.

4. NEURO ADVANCE PROFILE (NEUROTRANSMITTER)
Testing neurotransmitters in patients with psychological conditions can help target specific imbalances – getting to the root of persistent issues such as adrenal dysfunction, mood disorders, lack of ambition and lack of appetite.
Neurotransmitter testing gives practitioners a diagnostic edge over the traditional psychological inventory. It offers the advantage of zeroing in on which therapies are best suited for an individual patient.
Combining neurotransmitter testing with other hormone testing gives practitioners an even deeper insight into a patient’s individual neurochemistry.

Patients who should be tested include those who suffer from:
• Insomnia
• Depression
• Persistent fatigue
• Poor memory
• Anxiety
• Low libido
• Feeling perpetually drained

The following and their level are identified in this test :
• GABA
• Glutamate
• Dopamine
• Epinephrine
• Norepinephrine
• Serotonin
• PEA (phenylethylamine)
• Glycine
• Histamine
• DOPAC
• HVA (Homovanillic Acid)
• VMA (Vanillylmadelic Acid)
• 5-HIAA
• Normetanephrine
• Tryptophan
• Kynurenine
• Kynurenic acid
• 3-Hydroxykynurenine
• Xanthurenicacid
• Taurine
• Glutamine
• Histidine
• N-Methylhistamine
• Tyrosine
• Tyramine

5. NORDIC FOOD PANEL (184 IGG ELISA FOOD PANEL) TEST

Food allergies and food sensitivities are abnormal responses to a food component triggered by the immune system in the form of immunoglobulins (IgE, IgG, IgA, IgM), representing either an immediate or delayed response.
184 IgG ELISA food panel is arranged in a comprehensive panel of 184 foods, many of the substitute foods typically found in rotation/elimination diets.

CYREXLABORATORIES

ARRAY 2 – Intestinal Antigenic Permeability Screen

• Actomyosin IgA
• Occludin/ZonulinIgG
• Occludin/Zonulin IgA
• Occludin/ZonulinIgM
• Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) IgG
• Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) IgA
• Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) IgM

Array 3X – Wheat/Gluten Proteome Reactivity & Autoimmunity

• Wheat IgG IgA, Wheat Germ Agglutinin IgG,
• Wheat Germ Agglutinin IgA
• Non-Gluten Proteins A IgG
• Non-Gluten Proteins A IgA
• Non-Gluten Proteins B IgG
• Non-Gluten Proteins B IgA
• Gliadin Toxic Peptides IgG
• Gliadin Toxic Peptides IgA
• Native &DeamidatedGliadin 33 IgG
• Native &DeamidatedGliadin 33 IgA
• Alpha Gliadin 17-mer IgG
• Alpha Gliadin 17-mer IgA
• Gamma Gliadin 15-mer IgG
• Gamma Gliadin 15-mer IgA
• Omega Gliadin 17-mer IgG
• Omega Gliadin 17-mer IgA
• Glutenin 21-mer IgG
• Glutenin 21-mer IgA
• Gluteomorphin + ProdynorphinIgG
• Gluteomorphin + Prodynorphin IgA
• Gliadin-Transglutaminase Complex IgG
• Gliadin-Transglutaminase Complex IgA
• Microbial TransglutaminaseIgG
• Microbial Transglutaminase IgA
• Transglutaminase-2 IgG
• Transglutaminase-2 IgA
• Transglutaminase-3 IgG
• Transglutaminase-3 IgA
• Transglutaminase-6 IgG
• Transglutaminase-6 IgA

ARRAY 4 – Gluten-Associated Cross-Reactive Foods & Foods Sensitivity

• Gluten-containing/gluten-contaminated
• Gliadin cross-reactive foods
• Newly-introduced and/or over-consumed on gluten-free diet
• Common antigenic foods

ARRAY 5 – Multiple Autoimmune Reactivity Screen

ARRAY 6 – Diabetes Autoimmune Reactivity Screen

ARRAY 7 – Neurological Autoimmune Reactivity Screen

ARRAY 8 – Joint Autoimmune Reactivity Screen

• Arthritic Peptide IgG + IgA Combined
• Collagen Complex IgG + IgA Combined
• FibulinIgG + IgA Combined

Array 10 – Multiple Food Immune Reactivity Screen

• Dairy and Eggs, Modified
• Grains, Raw and Modified
• Beans and Legumes, Modified
• Nuts and Seeds, Raw and Modified
• Vegetables, Raw and Modified
• Fruit, Raw and Modified
• Fish and Seafood, Raw and Modified
• Meat, Modified
• Herbs, Raw
• Spices, Raw
• Gums
• Brewed Beverages and Additives

Array 12 – Pathogen-Associated Immune Reactivity Screen

• Porphyromonasgingivalis
• Streptococcus mutans
• Helicobacter pylori
• Campylobacter jejuni
• Yersinia enterocolitica
• Clostridium difficile
• Candida albicans
• Rotavirus
• Entamoebahistolytica
• Giardia lamblia
• Cryptosporidium
• Blastocystishominis
• Human + Chlamydia HSP-60
• Chlamydias
• Streptozymes
• Streptococcal M Protein
• Mycoplasmas
• Acinetobacter
• Klebsiella
• Mycobacterium avium
• Aspergillus
• Penicillium
• Stachybotryschartarum
• Citrullinated EBV
• Hepatitis C virus
• Cytomegalovirus
• Human Herpesvirus-6
• Borreliaburgdorferi
• Babesia +Ehrlichia +Bartonella

Array 14 – Mucosal Immune Reactivity Screen

Total Secretory IgA
• Lipopolysaccharides
• Occludin/Zonulin
• Actomyosin
• ASCA/ANCA
• Calprotectin
• Alpha-Gliadin
• Gamma-Gliadin
• Glutenin
• Gluteomorphin
• Transglutaminase-2
• Egg
• Soy
• Corn
• Alpha + Beta Casein
• Casomorphin
• Aflatoxin
• Bisphenol-A
• Mercury
• Mixed Heavy Metals
• Rotavirus
• Myelin Basic Protein
• Blood-Brain Barrier Protein
• Immune Complex

Array 20 – Blood Brain Barrier Permeability
• Blood Brain Barrier Protein IgG + IgA combined
• Blood Brain Barrier Protein IgM

Array 22 – Irritable Bowel/SIBO Screen
• Bacterial CytotoxinsIgM
• Bacterial Cytotoxins IgA
• Bacterial CytotoxinsIgG
• Cytoskeletal Proteins IgM
• Cytoskeletal Proteins IgA
• Cytoskeletal Proteins IgG

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