
Functional Medicine Testing
Functional testing differs from conventional medical testing, which is primarily focused on diagnosing specific health conditions. Instead, functional testing provides valuable insights into the underlying imbalances that may be impacting your health. By concentrating on root causes rather than just symptoms, it allows me to gain a deeper understanding of how your body is functioning. This enables to offer a more personalised approach, guiding you towards optimal wellness in a way that is tailored specifically to your unique needs.
DUTCH Complete (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones)
The DUTCH Complete is a leading hormone test that analyzes sex hormones, cortisol levels, and their metabolites while also assessing key health markers such as oxidative stress, gut health, melatonin, and nutritional deficiencies.
Addresses hormone levels & symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, and mood changes by identifying underlying imbalances and guiding personalized treatment plans.
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Key Insights Include:
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Hormone Analysis: 35 markers, including estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA-S, and cortisol with their metabolites.
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Adrenal Health: Daily free cortisol patterns to assess stress response and adrenal function.
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Visual & Educational Support: Graphical result summaries with embedded video tutorials.
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DUTCH OATs Panel:
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Oxidative stress marker: 8-OHdG
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Melatonin levels: 6-OHMS
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Organic Acid Tests (OATs):
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Vitamin B12 & B6 markers (Methylmalonate, Xanthurenate, Kynurenate)
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Glutathione levels (Pyroglutamate)
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Dopamine & Stress Response Markers (Homovanillate, Vanilmandelate)
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Digestive Health and Microbiome Testing: GI360
The GI360 Complete with zonulin and H. pylori helps distinguish inflammation linked to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from that associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) while identifying underlying causes of digestive symptoms.
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This test includes a Dysbiosis Index, based on PCR analysis of commensal bacteria, developed using the ROME criteria for IBS and bacteria linked to IBD.
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Who Can Benefit?
This test is recommended for individuals experiencing:
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Gastrointestinal issues (IBD, IBS, gastritis, GERD, gastric ulcers)
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Autoimmune conditions & inflammation
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Increased gut permeability & food sensitivities
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Joint pain & skin disorders
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Nutritional deficiencies
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DUTCH PLUS with CAR (Cortisol Awakening Response)
The DUTCH Plus™ includes all the insights of the DUTCH Complete with an added focus on the Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR)—measuring cortisol levels immediately after waking to assess the body's stress response. This makes it especially valuable for individuals with stress-related concerns or suspected HPA axis dysfunction.
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What It Measures:
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Comprehensive Hormone Analysis: 5 key sex and adrenal hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA-S, cortisol) and their metabolites, plus 35 analytes.
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Adrenal Function & Stress Response: Detailed cortisol patterns throughout the day, including CAR.
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DUTCH OATs Panel:
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Melatonin (6-OHMS) and oxidative stress marker 8-OHdG
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Organic Acid Tests (OATs) for:
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Vitamin B12 & B6 markers (Methylmalonate, Xanthurenate, Kynurenate)
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Glutathione levels (Pyroglutamate)
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Dopamine & Stress Response Markers (Homovanillate, Vanilmandelate)
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Graphical Reports & Video Tutorials for easy interpretation.
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Who Should Consider the DUTCH Plus™?
This test is ideal for those experiencing:
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Morning fatigue or difficulty waking
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Insomnia or chronic fatigue
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Mood imbalances (morning anxiety or depression)
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High stress or burnout
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Reduced stress resilience
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The DUTCH Plus™ offers a deeper understanding of adrenal health, helping healthcare providers tailor strategies for stress management, hormone balance, and overall well-being.
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Thyroid Advanced
The Thyroid Advanced panel is the most comprehensive test for detecting thyroid dysfunction, particularly autoimmune conditions such as Graves’ disease. It is also valuable for monitoring overall thyroid function, which plays a key role in regulating the body's metabolism.
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What It Measures:
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Thyroid Hormones & Antibodies: TSH, T4, T3, fT4, fT3, TPO Ab, TG Ab, T uptake, rT3, and TSH Receptor Antibodies (TRAb).
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Symptoms of Thyroid Imbalance:
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Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid):
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Fatigue & depression
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Cold sensitivity
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Constipation & fluid retention
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Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
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Poor skin, PMS, & fertility issues
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Brain fog, memory loss, & mood changes
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Muscle & joint pain, low libido
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Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid):
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Nervousness, anxiety, & irritability
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Mood swings & hyperactivity
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Palpitations & heat sensitivity
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Persistent fatigue
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By providing a detailed assessment of thyroid function, this test helps identify imbalances and supports targeted treatment for optimal metabolic and overall health.
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DUTCH Cycle Mapping
For some women, a single-day hormone test provides enough insight, but DUTCH Cycle Mapping™ offers a more complete picture by tracking estrogen and progesterone levels throughout the entire menstrual cycle. This test is especially useful for identifying hormonal imbalances that may not be detected with standard testing.
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What It Measures:
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Nine (9) targeted estrogen & progesterone measurements across the cycle, mapping follicular, ovulatory, and luteal phases.
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Graphical reports & video tutorials for easy interpretation and provider collaboration.
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Option to combine with DUTCH Complete™ for a more in-depth hormone panel.
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Who Should Consider DUTCH Cycle Mapping™?
Ideal for women experiencing:
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Infertility or irregular cycles
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PCOS or luteal phase shifts
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Hormonal symptoms (PMS, migraines, mid-cycle spotting)
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Partial hysterectomy (ovaries intact) or ablations
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Long, short, or fluctuating cycles
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🔹 Not suitable for women on hormonal birth control.
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The DUTCH Cycle Mapping™ test provides critical insights to help pinpoint hormonal imbalances and guide targeted treatment strategies.
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Comprehensive Adrenal Stress with CAR (Cortisol Awakening Response)
The Comprehensive Adrenal Stress with CAR evaluates HPA axis function and the cortisol awakening response (CAR) while also measuring salivary secretory IgA (sIgA) for a complete assessment of adrenal health and stress resilience.
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This test includes six cortisol measurements taken throughout the day—on waking, 30 minutes post-waking, 60 minutes post-waking, at noon, in the evening, and before bed—along with DHEA and salivary sIgA to provide a detailed analysis of adrenal function and stress adaptation.
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