Advanced Testing
If you've ever felt like "something's not quite right", but your GP tests came back normal, you're not alone. Many people struggle with fatigue, bloating, hormonal changes or unexplained symptoms that simply don't show up on routine checks.
That's where functional testing comes in. Blood, urine and stool tests can reveal patterns that standard checks often miss, giving us a genuinely individualised picture of your gut health, hormone balance, nutrient status and stress response. Rather than just managing symptoms, we can identify what's really going on and build a plan that truly supports your body, whether you're addressing a specific health concern or simply want to stay ahead of one.
As a qualified nutrition and functional medicine practitioner, I'll guide you in choosing the tests most relevant to you, interpret your results, and translate them into a clear, practical action plan. Not every client needs every test. I always talk you through what I'm recommending, and why, in plain terms.
Where Testing Can Help
Testing isn't only for those with a specific diagnosis. It's equally valuable as a preventative measure, helping you stay ahead of issues before they develop. Clients often come to me around:
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Digestive health: constipation, diarrhoea, bloating, IBS, acid reflux, food intolerances
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Hormones and menopause: menopause symptoms, PMS, fertility concerns
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Energy and mood: fatigue, low mood, anxiety, brain fog, poor sleep
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Heart health: raised cholesterol, high blood pressure, family history of heart disease
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Blood sugar and weight: unexplained weight gain, sugar cravings, prediabetes or type 2 diabetes
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Skin and autoimmune conditions: eczema, psoriasis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome
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Long-term health: general wellbeing, healthy ageing, and staying well as you get older
Gut and Digestion
Comprehensive Stool Analysis
Stool sample
Looks at gut bacteria, yeasts and parasites, along with markers of digestion and inflammation. Particularly helpful if you're dealing with IBS, bloating, or other digestive complaints.
Food Sensitivity Testing (IgG)
Finger-prick Identifies delayed immune reactions to specific foods, which may contribute to bloating, skin issues or joint pain. Best used alongside a proper elimination process.
Hormones
DUTCH Test
Dried urine
A detailed hormone test measuring sex hormones and their metabolites, alongside your daily cortisol pattern. Often used to support women through menopause.
Full Thyroid Panel
Blood draw
Goes beyond a standard TSH check to include free T3, free T4, reverse T3 and thyroid antibodies, giving a fuller picture of thyroid function.
Energy, Detox and Nutrient Status
Organic Acids Test
Urine
Shows how well your body produces energy, breaks down nutrients and manages detoxification. Can also flag yeast or bacterial imbalance.
Micronutrient Testing
Blood draw
Measures vitamin, mineral and antioxidant levels within your white blood cells, reflecting what your body has actually used in recent weeks.
Heart and Metabolic Health
Fatty Acid Profile
Finger-prick
Assesses the balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fats in your blood, relevant to heart health, inflammation and mood.
Homocysteine Test
Blood draw
A simple blood test offering insight into methylation, a process central to detoxification, mood and cardiovascular health.
HbA1c and Fasting Insulin
Blood draw
Together, these give a clearer picture of blood sugar regulation than glucose alone, often revealing insulin resistance early.
Comprehensive Screening
FDX Advanced Blood Analysis
Blood draw (fasting)
An in-depth review of a standard blood panel, assessing multiple body systems and nutrient markers against optimal, rather than merely normal, ranges. Think of it as a comprehensive annual health check.
Cardiovascular Profile
This test is good for those who want a more comprehensive picture of heart disease risk and underlying mechanisms beyond a standard GP cholesterol/triglyceride tests. It analyses Lp(a) linked to clotting risk and ApoB, often considered a better indicator of CV risk than traditional cholesterol measurements.
Ready to explore your unique health blueprint?
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Get in touch to discover which tests could benefit you most and take the next step toward lasting energy, balance, and wellbeing.
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Book a call or send me a message to chat through which test you are interesting in and may be relevant for you.
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Tests can be arrange as part of a package OR with just a fee for interpretation. This interpretation can be delivered over the phone and/or with a detailed report and nutrition plan.
