Recommended Functional Laboratory Testing

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1 Recommended Functional Laboratory Testing URINE Organic Acid Test Evaluates the products created by our body and various intestinal microbes (yeast, bacteria etc.) population. Markers of neurotransmitter balance, mitochondrial function, nutritional deficiency and detoxification function are measured. SCREENING for any chronic condition. Abnormally high levels of these microorganisms can cause or worsen behaviour disorders, hyperactivity, movement disorders, fatigue, and immune function. Low levels of amino acids, various B vitamins, vitamin C, CoQ10, biotin, and glutathione precursors can be detected to help make more specific supplementation recommendations. Patient should avoid apples, grapes (including raisins), pears, cranberries and their juices 24 hours prior to specimen collection. $350 no HST Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis with Parasitology X3 STOOL Detects the presence of pathogenic microorganisms such as yeast, parasites, and bacteria, markers of inflammation, short chain fatty acids, ph, and other markers of digestion. Many chronic disorders come from digestive problems and inadequate nutrient absorption. Proper gastrointestinal function is needed to eliminate toxic substances, pathogenic microbes, and undigested food particles from the body to prevent health problems. Nutrients require a specific internal environment to be properly digested and transported throughout the body. Abnormal intestinal microorganisms in the GI tract are widely

2 known to cause disease. Research shows a relationship between the GI tract and the neurological, hepatic, and immune systems. Sample must be collected on two separate days (at least 12 hours apart). The specimen must be received within 10 days of the first collection. The patient must discontinue digestive enzymes, antacids, iron supplements, vitamin C over 250 mg, aspirin, antiinflammatories, and large amounts of meat 48 hours prior to the collection of the specimen. $450 no HST Food Sensitivity Testing BLOOD The body s antibody reaction to various foods (i.e. antigens) is measured. IgG is the most clinically relevant test ordered. When the body interprets a food as an allergen it initiates a cascade of events that lead to neurological, immunological, and gastrointestinal problems that increase inflammation and impact overall health. Different people react to different foods and it varies from person to person. Book an appointment at Lifelabs in Owen Sound (or call Elgin Lodge for information regarding blood draws from 8-12 am on Thursdays). Take the kit to Lifelabs (whichever location you choose) for the blood sample to be drawn. IgG 120+ Foods $249 IgG 200+ Foods $379 IgG 160+ Vegetarian Foods $299 Endocrine/Stress Testing SALIVA or URINE Male and female hormones can be measured with saliva, and their metabolites can be measured in the urine. Stress hormones (cortisol) can be measured by saliva; the diurnal pattern of

3 cortisol secretion is important, so the 4-point cortisol test is suggested. When we are stressed or our hormones are out of balance, all of our systems are compromised. Common symptoms may include insomnia, fatigue, mood disturbances, infertility Book an appointment at Lifelabs in Owen Sound (or call Elgin Lodge for information regarding blood draws from 8-12 am on Thursdays). Take the kit to Lifelabs (whichever location you choose) for the blood sample to be drawn. Salivary testing is done by you no lab visit is required. IgG 120+ Foods $249 IgG 200+ Foods $379 IgG 160+ Vegetarian Foods $299 dutch Sex Hormone Metabolites dutch Sex Hormone Metabolites URINE Why is it being Hormones metabolites can be measured in the urine. E1, E2, E3, 2-OH-E1, 2-OH-E2, 4-OH-E1, 16-OH-E1, 2-Methoxy-E1, T, DHEAS, DHT, b-pregnanediol, a-pregnanediol and more. Conditions with significant hormonal influence. Problems with periods, fertility, hormonal acne/skin conditions, thyroid conditions, menstrual-related mood problems etc. No lab is needed; the samples are collected by you in the comfort of your home. $ Learn more: dutch Complete Steroid Hormone Profile dutch Complete Steroid Hormone Profile URINE Hormones metabolites can be measured in the urine. Free cortisol and cortisone pattern, Cortisol metabolites (a-thf, b-thf), Cortisone metabolites (b-the) and DHEAS. E1, E2, E3, 2-OH-E1, 2-

4 Why is it being OH-E2, 4-OH-E1, 16-OH-E1, 2-Methoxy-E1, T, DHEAS, DHT, b- Pregnanediol, a-pregnanediol and melatonin. Conditions with significant hormonal influence. Problems with periods, fertility, hormonal acne/skin conditions, thyroid conditions, menstrual-related mood problems etc. Adrenal fatigue, conditions affected by stress. No lab is needed; the samples are collected by you in the comfort of your home. $ Learn more: Standard Blood Testing is available The tests I find most useful include the following: Test Documentation Fee (every test ordered incurs this fee) $10 Thyroid Bundle: Free T4, TSH, Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody $53 (TPO), Free T3 Panel D: A/G ratio, albumin, alk phos, ALT, AST, bilirubin total & $135 direct, BUN, calcium, CBC, cholesterol, cholesterol/hdl, chloride, CO2, creatinine, CRP-hs, ferritin, GFR, GGT, globulin, glucose, HDL, LD, LDL, phosphorus, potassium, protein (total), sodium, TIBC, triglycerides, TSH, T4 (free), uric acid, urinalysis (routine) Transferrin (iron def c or overload) $6.20 HbA1C (3 month blood sugar) $10.86 Homocysteine (functional B12/folate metabolism) $65 LDH (tissue damage) $5.17 Magnesium, RBC (functional Mg levels) $25 Folate, RBC (functional folate levels) $18.10 SHBG (ED, infertility, excess body hair in women) $40 Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) $12.93 Calcium, ionized $10.34 Copper $20.68 Endomysial Ab (Celiac disease) $55.00 CRP, high sensitivity (inflammation marker) $3.10 ESR (inflammation marker) $1.55 Creatine kinase (CK) (muscle damage, inflam n) $2.59 Lyme disease antibodies (req s PHL form) $400+ Mercury (toxicity) $15.50

5 Monospot $2.59 Reverse T3 $35.00 Transglutaminase IgA Antibody (Celiac) $60.00 Urate (from DNA breakdown, kidney stones, gout) $2.59 Urinalysis, routine (kidney health, infection) $2.59 Vitamin A (retinol) (mucosal immunity, vision) $15.51 Vitamin B1 $70.00 Vitamin B6 $75.00 Vitamin B12 $14.48 Vitamin D $33.00 Vitamin E $50.00 Zinc, RBC $50.00 H. Pylori Breath Test (Appt req d for collection) - ulcer $90.00 Semen analysis Fertility $24.97 Methylmalonic acid MMA functional B12 levels Approx. $200

Blood Testing Protocols. Disclaimer

Blood Testing Protocols. Disclaimer Blood Testing Protocols / Page 2 Blood Testing Protocols Here are the specific test protocols recommend by Dr. J.E. Williams. You may request these from your doctor or visit www.readyourbloodtest.com to