Functional Testing
Functional Diagnostic Testing is a helpful tool that can be used when you want to be pro-active in identifying problems before chronic conditions and diseases develop and/or in the pinpointing of specific underlying biological problems where health issues are causing concern. The main laboratories used by this practice are Genova Diagnostics Europe, Cambridge Nutritional Sciences through their Irish distributor Fitzwilliam FoodTEST and BTS Ireland. These laboratories provide a large array of tests that registered practitioners can offer on to their clients. These diagnostic tests can provide great insight and valuable information on the person centered approach to treatment. It is usually in the course of treatment that a particular test maybe advised except in the case of Food Intolerance Testing as clients often specifically seek this test as they suspect particular foods are causing their health issues. However, it is still important that you are a client as treatment to heal the gut wall is as important as excluding foods and knowing what substitute foods are suitable for you.
Food Intolerance Testing
Laboratory based food intolerance testing uses a small sample of blood to check for IgG antibody levels to specific foods. If you only suspect food intolerance's then you can do an 'Indicator Test' first which will give a positive or negative result. Then there are 3 different tests to choose from : 60 Foods, 93 Foods and 200 Foods.
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Genova Diagnostics Europe
Genova Diagnostics Europe is a global clinical laboratory, specialising in the provision of comprehensive and innovative clinical laboratory services for the prevention, and treatment of complex chronic disease. The systems-based testing they provide helps with the development of targeted treatments for tackling your health issues.
Candida & Bowel Tests
BTS Ireland offer a range of tests related to the ecology of the bowel. There are many underlying symptoms that may prompt for one of these tests to be recommended and as mentioned this would normally occur in the course of treatment.