Laboratory
Testing
Often laboratory tests
are the fastest and
most effective way to
find the root causes
of health problems.
They
can be used for
assessing organ
function (eg digestion
efficiency, liver
detoxification,
thyroid function), gut
dysbiosis, food
allergy or
intolerance, hormonal
imbalances and
nutritional status to
name a few.
At
Essentia we
use the most
advanced tests
available on
the market,
and for some
tests
specimens are
sent to labs
in the United
States for
analysis.
Click
on the
following
links to
obtain details
of the tests
we offer:
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GI
Effects Stool
Profiles
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To
order tests, request
further information or
advice on which tests
are appropriate for
you, please contact Essentia
Nutrition
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GI
Effects Stool Profiles
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Essentia
Nutrition uses
state-of-the-art stool
testing developed in
the U.S.A. for the
most accurate analysis
available. Launched in
the spring of 2007,
the GI Effects use DNA
analysis to identify
gut microbes with 100%
accuracy including
anaerobes, a
previously
immeasurable area of
the gut environment.
Two types of GI tests
are available:
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GI
Function Profile
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stool
sample
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£265
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This
comprehensive test
assesses the widest
range of intestinal
conditions. It
provides information
on digestion,
metabolism, absorption
of nutrients, as well
levels of beneficial
and harmful bacteria,
yeasts, and parasites
(worms, eggs, larva
and protozoa).
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Microbial
Ecology Profile
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stool
sample
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£150
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A
comprehensive
assessment of
beneficial and harmful
gut bacteria, yeasts
and parasites.
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Food
Intolerance Testing
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A
food intolerance is an
adverse reaction to a
food or food
ingredient which may
manifest as a number
of different
reactions. These tests
measure immune
reactions to a number
of different foods.
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Foodprint IgG food intolerance tests
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finger
prick |
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Foodprint Indicator |
£19.50 |
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Foodprint 40+
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£99 |
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Foodprint 60+
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£149 |
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Foodprint 120+ |
£199 |
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Foodprint 200+ |
£275 |
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Foodprint Vegetarian |
£149 |
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Foodprint Vegan |
£149 |
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Foodprint Herbs & Spices |
£99 |
Foodprint tests require only a small
volume of blood which can be obtained by pricking a finger with a
disposable lancet. The test does not require a venous blood sample taken
by a medical professional. For most people, specimen collection can be
carried out at home, perhaps with the aid of a friend. A simple kit is
provided that contains all you need to take your own blood sample.
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blood
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£245
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Measures
a cascade of immune
reactions to around
170 different foods,
including common
seasonings,
colourings, additives
and beverages.
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blood
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£105
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Measures
sensitivities against
all cow, sheep, goat
and soya products,
common grains and
yeast. A marker called
tissue
transglutaminase (tTGA),
which is highly
specific at
identifying untreated
Coeliac disease, is
also measured.
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blood
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£300
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This
profile consists of
the full FACTest, IgE
Food Allergy Panel and
a marker called tissue
transglutaminase (tTGA)
which is highly
specific at
identifying untreated
Coeliac Disease, is
also measured.
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Organix™
Profiles
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The
Organix Profiles give a
view into the body's
cellular metabolic
processes and the
efficiency of
metabolic function
using
a
single urine specimen.
The
following tests are
available:
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urine
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£240
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Measures
various important
nutritional and
metabolic processes
including those of
liver detoxification,
neurotransmitter and
antioxidant status, as
well as intestinal
yeast and bacteria. In
addition, many
vitamin, mineral and
amino acid
deficiencies can be
identified using this
test.
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Organix
Basix
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urine
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£150
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Includes
all of the above
except intestinal
markers and
antioxidant status.
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Organix
Dysbiosis
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urine
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£150
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Assesses
only bacterial &
yeasts markers.
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Candida
Antibody Profile
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saliva
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£70
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This
saliva test uses a
very sensitive
technique to measure
levels of antibodies
to Candida. It is used
not only for detecting
the presence of the
infection but also as
an indicator of the
stage of the
condition.
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Liver
Check
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finger
prick
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£99
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LiverCheck is a home finger prick blood test that allows you to check the health of your liver.
Alcohol, obesity, diabetes, hepatitis and drugs can all cause liver disease. By taking care of your liver you can prevent diseases which can develop as a result of these factors.
Your results pack is posted to you within 10 days of order which includes:
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Your
laboratory results
- which provide a
unique colour
coded LiverCheck
score based on
your liver's
enzymes
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Results
guidebook –
providing a
detailed
explanation of
your results, plus
general advice on
the key risk
factors affecting
liver health
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Lifestyle
audit – which
allows you to
identify the risk
factors that may
be affecting your
liver health
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Lifestyle
planner – which
allows you to plan
and monitor your
goals
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Homocysteine
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finger prick
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£75
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A few drops of blood from a
pin-prick is needed to measure
homocysteine levels, which are implicated not only the risk for
cardiovascular disease but also many other chronic diseases. Certain
key nutrients, including vitamin B12, vitamin B6 and folic acid, are
necessary for homocysteine metabolism.
The Homocysteine Test is also
suitable for anyone that is concerned about their heart health.
A recent review* of the research on homocysteine suggested that
each 3 µmol/L point decrease in homocysteine levels might, on
average reduce the risk of:
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Heart attacks by 16%
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Strokes by 24%
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DVT (deep vein thrombosis) by 25%
Elevated levels of homocysteine, a
reactive amino acid, are thought to play a role in the development of
heart disease, strokes, diabetes, deep vein thrombosis, arthritis,
Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, depression, problem
pregnancies - the list goes on. Your Homocysteine level is linked to
more than 100 serious medical conditions.
Many factors are thought to raise levels
of homocysteine. Among them are poor diet, poor lifestyle especially
smoking and high alcohol intake. As with cholesterol, family history and
genetic make up can play a part in causing raised levels as can obesity
and lack of exercise.
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Adrenal
Stress Index
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saliva
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£70
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This
test uses saliva samples
taken at four key points in
the day to assess the
adrenal hormone cycles.
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saliva
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£90
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This profile consists of
the Adrenal Stress Index
(see link above) and
Secretory IgA tests.
SIgA is an important
indicator of digestive
immune function. Chronic
intestinal infections (due
to bacterial, yeast or
parasites), food
sensitivities, aging,
antibiotics, medication and
stress all decrease sIgA
levels. Low levels can lead
to recurrent infections and
food intolerances.
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Total
Thyroid Screen
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blood
sample
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£80
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A
comprehensive test that
measures thyroid hormones (TSH,
T3, T4, free T3 and reverse
T3) and antibodies. It is
used for the early detection
of thyroid disease and to
assess thyroid function.
Both standard medical and
optimal ranges are given.
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Hair
Mineral Analysis
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hair
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£55
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Using
hair sample this test
assesses the concentration
of toxic heavy metals and
essential elements and can
be used as an indicator of
long-term mineral levels.
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Female
Hormone Panel
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saliva
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£150
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This
is a saliva test that
analyses levels of
progesterone and oestrogen
over 28 days (or an extended
cycle). The relative levels
of these two hormones can
then be assessed to identify
any abnormalities throughout
the menstrual cycle. The
test also measures
testosterone which can be
elevated in women with PCOS.
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saliva,
urine
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£120
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Although menopause is a normal part of a woman's maturation, many
experience discomfort both during and after menopause. This profile
combines 4 different tests in one: the 1-Day Progesterone/Oestrogen,
Testosterone, Oestrogen Metabolism, and
Osteoporosis Risk Assessment.
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Osteoporosis
Risk Assessment
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urine
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£70
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Detects the current
rate of bone loss (not how
much has been lost) and is
also ideal to monitor
whether a programme is
working.
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Estronex™
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urine
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£120
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Measures various
metabolites of oestrogen, the levels of which can be used as an indicator of
oestrogen-sensitive cancer risk
such as breast or cervical.
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saliva
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£160
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The Male Hormone Profile is
an accurate, convenient,
non-invasive saliva assay
that evaluates testosterone
activity. It also includes
an analysis of the stress
hormones (cortisol and DHEA)
and melatonin, providing a
more complete picture of
how theses hormones may
also be playing a role in
testosterone imbalances.
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finger
prick
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£99
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The Bloodspot Amino Acid Assay can
illuminate problems in amino acid
absorption by determining essential
amino acid imbalances. This assay is a non-invasive alternative to a blood
draw in determining essential amino
acid status. Amino acids make up
proteins found in every tissue of the body. They play a major role in nearly
every chemical process that affects
both physical and mental function
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finger prick
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£99
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From a simple finger stick,
this easy-to-use test
measures key omega-3 and
omega-6 fatty acids and
calculates key indicators
to establish your optimal
balance. Trans fatty acids—the
“bad” oils in processed
foods—are also measured.
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blood
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£140
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A
comprehensive evaluation of
cardiovascular risk,
measuring various important markers such as
cholesterol, triglycerides,
homocysteine, coenzyme Q10
vitamins and minerals, as
well as key inflammatory
markers. This unique test
combines both traditional
and cutting-edge indicators
of cardiovascular health
that can often be with
nutritional intervention.
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