Diagnostic Testing Near Me in Toronto, Oakville & Across Ontario

Type: Whole Blood, Urine, Cheek Swab

• The NutrEval FMV® is both a blood and urine test that evaluates over 125 biomarkers and assesses the body’s functional need for 40 antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, amino acids, digestive support, and other select nutrients.
• Clinicians commonly use such testing to determine the nutritional deficiencies that are at the root of chronic conditions such as:
  • Mood disorder
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Sleep disturbance
  • Fibromyalgia or Fatigue
  • Optimized health and sports fitness

The NutrEval® Profile includes:

Metabolic Analysis Profile

Metabolic Analysis assessment provides information on 45 key organic acids. These biomarkers are grouped into easy-to-understand categories, and provide insight for functional support in the areas of: malabsorption & dysbiosis; cellular energy & mitochondrial metabolism; neurotransmitter metabolism; vitamin deficiencies; and toxin exposure & detoxification need.

Amino Acids Analysis

Amino Acids analysis features either plasma (37 total) or urine (41 total) amino acids. This assesses nutritionally essential and non-essential amino acids, as well as intermediary metabolites that augment an understanding of B vitamin need, and need for support of protein digestion & absorption.

Essential & Metabolic Fatty Acids Analysis

Essential and Metabolic Fatty Acids Analysis provides a high level overview of the balance of various families of fatty acids in relation to each other: Omega 3, 6 and 9 Fatty Acids; Saturated Fatty Acids; and Monounsaturated Omega 7 and Trans Fats. It also provides key ratios for understanding cardiovascular risk, including the Omega 3 Index.

Elemental Analysis, Packed Eyrthrocytes

Elemental Profiles provide information in two categories: Nutrient Elements which evaluates intracellular nutrient status, and Toxic Elements which evaluate short-term toxic element exposure.

Oxidative Stress

Oxidative Stress biomarkers highlight the body’s current state of oxidative stress and reserve capacity. Markers of oxidative injury assess cell membrane (lipid peroxides) and DNA (8-hydroxydeguanosine/8-OHdG) damage, while direct measurement of glutathione and CoQ10 provide insight into antioxidant reserve available to counter free-radical impact. Additional markers are available in our Oxidative Stress 2.0 profile.

• Cheek Swab Add- Ons

  • MTHFR: mutations of this gene have shown to change the ‘methylation’ of your genes, leading to low levels of folate and other vitamins.
  • COMT: a gene for an enzyme that degrades several catecholamines (such as dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine) and other drugs. It mainly regulates dopamine levels.
  • TNF-α: a gene for a protein in the body used for immunological cell signaling. For example, mutations in this gene can cause higher levels of inflammation.
  • APOE: this gene codes for a protein involved in the metabolism of fats in the body of mammals. For example, a subtype is implicated in Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular disease.

Type: Saliva

The adrenal glands, otherwise known as the “stress glands,” enable our bodies to cope with stress and survive. They sit on top of the kidneys and are shaped like two tiny triangles, mobilizing a response to our environments.

They secrete the following hormones:

• Cortisol: long-term management of daily stress
• DHEA: precursors to estrogens and testosterones; can also balance some of the negative effects of cortisol
• Epinephrine/Norepinephrine

This test is a 4-point cortisol test (morning, noon, evening and night) along with DHEAS.

Type: Saliva, Dried Urine

There are 3.3 million Canadians that suffer from insomnia. There is a natural sleep rhythm that balances Cortisol and Melatonin levels that can be interrupted by chronic stress, among other things. With 3.3 million Canadians struggling with Insomnia, it’s not a surprise that that hormone-sleep connection is mostly overlooked.

Common hormone-related causes of sleep loss often involve the following scenarios:

High Cortisol

Results in insomnia, anxiety, sugar cravings, feeling tired but wired & increased belly fat

Low Melatonin

Results in excessive fatigue, depression, anxiety & insomnia

Neurotransmitter Imbalance

Changes in sex steroid hormone levels during menopause can impact neurotransmitter levels, leading to recurring sleep issues.

This test evaluates the following: Melatonin- 4 time points, Free Cortisol- 4 time points, Free Cortisone- 4 time points, Creatinine. Add-On: Norepinephrine- 4 time points, Epinephrine- 4 time points

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The Upper Room works with Doctor’s Data to provide a wide array of diagnostic testing to examine the root cause of a range of gastrointestinal disorders.