Cutting Edge Genetic & Functional Testing
Gut & SIBO Testing
DNA testing
Heavy Metals, Mould & Toxin Testing
Histamine, Neurotransmitters & Methylation Testing
Organic Acids & Nutrition Panels
Hormone & DUTCH Testing
Functional Testing
At Nutrition Co. we use the most reliable, cutting edge and practitioner only functional and genetic tests. We strive to ensure you are confident, empowered and supported in your decision to trust us with your health.
Most Frequently Used Functional Tests at Nutrition Co.
We offer hundreds of functional tests. The tests outlined here are the most commonly used functional tests in our practice and area of expertise! Wan’t to learn more? contact us or book a complementary clarity and confidence call to discuss suitability.
OMX Metabolomics
The OMX ™ Organic Metabolomics test from Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory evaluates urine metabolites including organic acids, amino acids, and other key compounds to Unravel clients metabolic pathways and Reveal unique Metabolic Signatures.
Using a systems-biology approach, OMX assesses biomarkers that go beyond the traditional lists of Organic Acid metabolites. This test enables us to see a clients larger health picture by deciphering and connecting perturbations of key metabolic pathways and analytes, allowing for truly Personalised therapeutic support.
Clinical Relevance: Assessing methylation, MTHFR enzyme function, Nutritional status & Functional Capacity, Detoxification Pathways, neurotransmitter Levels, (epi)genetic expression, Stress & Cortisol issues, Functional Nutrient Deficiencies, Sleep, Mood & Energy Metabolism disturbances, Gut & Microbial Imbalances, and more.
Investment: $380 AUD (Incl. Postage & Handling)
Turnaround Time: 21 days
Metagenomic Shotgun Sequencing Microbiome Testing
The comprehensive test delivers insights about the microbiome’s impact on health. combined with key GI health markers and pathogen screening for comprehensive health insights, patient informed care and precision treatment protocols designed just for you. Uses top teir metagenomic shotgun sequencing technology and PCR technologies.
Uncovers 16 microbiome markers to determine microbiome impacts overall health, 7 functional gastrointestinal markers relating to gut health and environment, a targeted pathogen panel to identify pathogenic bacteria and parasites and emerging microbiome insights into sulphur metabolism, histamine metabolism, ammonia and more.
Clinical Relevance: IBS, IBD (Crohn’s disease & Ulcerative Colitis), Bloating, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Abdominal Pain, Food Intolerances, SIBO, Sulphur Intolerance, Histamine Intolerance and/or MCAS, Mood disorders, Neurological complaints, Frequent infections or Illness, Diverticulitis, Slow Bowel Motility, Digestive Insufficiency, History Recurrent Antibiotic use, Acne, Eczema, Dermatitis, Skin rashes, Endometriosis & Hormone Imbalances & more.
Investment: $485 AUD (Incl. Postage & Handling)
Turnaround Time: 21 - 28 days
HTMA Testing
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is a comprehensive, non-invasive hair sample test that evaluates heavy metals toxicity and mineral imbalances over 3 months, giving a highly reliable measure of these levels over time.
This test is particularly beneficial for children, infants and adults with detoxification related concerns, MTHFR, high stress, ASD, ADHD or mood disorders, as well as conditions including PANS/PANDAS. As heavy metals and mineral imbalances set the stage for methylation issues, HTMA is also a highly useful clinical tool to guide early methylation interventions and treatment needs before tailored protocols are introduced. Please contact us for more information.
Clinical Relevance: Heavy metal toxicity, Methylation imbalances, Mineral deficiencies, excesses and imbalances, Metabolic status, Stress and Adrenal function, Thyroid function assessment, Mood & Neurological Health, Tailored Detoxification protocols, Behavioural Disturbances & more.
Investment: $229 AUD (Incl. Postage & Handling)
Turnaround Time: 14-21 days
Genetic Testing: Smart DNA Advanced Pathways
With over 300 SNP’s, this comprehensive report Ensures Informed decisions regarding your health protocols, with clear action steps and a comprehensive plan tailored specifically to your unique DNA blueprint, it enables us to identify and implement nutrition, Diet, supplement & Lifestyle protocols that work with you, not against you. Especially useful in sensitive individuals.
It Covers everything from methylation and folate metabolism, B12 and nutrient related genes, to inflammation, gut health, food responses, autoimmunity, metabolic health, detoxification, hormone metabolism, histamine, neurotransmitters, exercise performance, cardiovascular health and much more. Includes key genes such as MTHFR, MAO, COMT, HNMT, DAO, BHMT, CBS, ACE, AHCY, MTR/MTRR, PEMT, FUT2, TCN2, GST and GPX.
Clinical Relevance: ADHD, ASD, Hormone Imbalances, Metabolic & Cardiovascular Disease, MCAS, Histamine, Sulphur & Oxalate Issues, Food Intolerances & Gut Health Issues, Nutrient Deficiencies, Sleep, energy and Mood disturbances, Stress, Exhaustion & Fatigue, Autoimmunity, Environmental & Toxin sensitivities, Detoxification & more.
Investment: $492.80 AUD (Incl. postage & Handling)
Turnaround Time: 4 - 6 weeks
Sample report File Password: “SDNA”
MOE-Tox Complete
The MOE-Tox Complete Profile is a comprehensive urinary assessment that integrates multiple functional tests used at Nutrition Co, but at a fraction of the cost of standalone tests.
It provides an extensive assessment of environmental and toxic exposures, including mould toxicity and mycotoxins, environmental pollutants, chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals and endocrine disruptors to determine hidden environmental factors that may be keeping you sick. It includes an in depth quantification of organic acids, providing a nutritional and metabolic snapshot into your health in real time, to determine the precise genetic supports you need, assess detoxification issues, mood and neurotransmitter imbalances, metabolic disturbances, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, oxalate toxicity, intestinal dysbiosis, including microbial and fungal overgrowths, and so much more.
Clinical Relevance: Functional MTHFR and genetic assessments, ADHD, ASD, PANS/PANDAS, MCAS, Histamine intolerance, Nutrient Deficiencies, Sleep, energy and Mood disturbances, Stress Exhaustion, Chronic Fatigue, Autoimmunity, Heavy Metal exposure, Mould toxicity & Mycotoxicosis, oxalate toxicity, fungal overgrowths, CIRS and more.
Investment: $576 AUD (Incl. postage & Handling)
Turnaround Time: 21 days
Metabolomix+
The Metabolomix+ is a comprehensive urinary assessment designed to evaluate core biochemical pathways including mitochondrial function, energy metabolism, detoxification capacity, neurotransmitter metabolism and methylation activity. This profile integrates multiple nutritional and functional panels into a single in-depth report, making it one of the most thorough standalone functional tests available.
The Metabolomix+ is a urine-based test that analyses organic acids, amino acids, dysbiosis and malabsorption markers, yeast and fungal metabolites, oxalate markers, oxidative stress markers, neurotransmitter metabolites and methylation markers, offering an integrated approach that evaluates nutritional insufficiencies, gut microbiome imbalances, mitochondrial dysfunction, toxic exposure, neurotransmitter production and methylation pathway activity.
Clinical Relevance: ADHD, ASD, PANS/PANDAS, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Methylation Dysfunction, MTHFR & Genetic Variants, Gut Dysbiosis, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Oxidative Stress, Neurotransmitter Imbalances, Histamine Intolerance, MCAS, Nutrient Deficiencies, Detoxification Issues, Chronic Fatigue, Sleep & Energy Disturbances, General Health Support & Vitality
Investment: $809 AUD
Turnaround Time: 30 days
Functional Test Process
Practitioner Authorisation & Payment
We will authorise your functional test after determining whether its the appropriate test for you. Your test authorisation will be delivered to your email address or via text. Once you have made payment, the test kit is sent directly to your home.
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Complete the Test & Return for Analysis
The test kit is delivered to your home so you carry out this test within the Comfort of your own home. Once you have completed the sample, you return the sample to the lab for analysis. All the information needed is supplied in your test kit.
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Results & Reporting
Once Analysis is complete, the results are released to us. From there, we will schedule your consultation, where I talk through your results and what they mean for you. The test report and our Comprehensive test analysis report will be sent to you after your consultation.
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Testing FAQ’s
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As a practitioner, I have practitioner access to over 300 different functional tests, through various functional testing providers.
Some of the functional tests available include:
OMX testing for methylation, metabolism and various health concerns
MTHFR gene testing (specifically MTHFR only).
Comprehensive genetic testing (looking at hundreds of known genetic variants, not just MTHFR).
Microbiome Testing
Hair, tissue and mineral analysis (HTMA)
Nutritional Panels
Organic Acids Testing (OAT). This looks at metabolic and nutritional pathways. It is one of the foundational tests I use to evaluate methylation in my practice.
Mycotoxin profiles which look at mould exposure and the toxins produced by mould in the body
Fatty Acid Profiles - Omega 3, omega 6, fatty acid Indexes
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The cost of functional tests vary significantly based on the type of test needed. They range from approximately $100 to $700. If you are interested in doing a functional test, or I recommend that you do one, I will discuss with you in detail all costs, turnaround times, the processes involved and the benefits of this for your treatment so you can make an informed decision and feel confident in where you spend your money.
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No. You don’t. Whilst it is not a requirement, please know that at any point throughout your treatment, I may recommend doing further blood testing or functional testing.
Please be assured, that while these tests are sometimes quite expensive, I will only ever recommend the most cutting edge, backed by science and reliable test that complements or significantly enhances your treatment and health outcomes. These results will be available to you, and interpreted to enhance your treatment plan, as needed. -
Turnaround time differs depending on the test and the lab used. Typically, your results will be available 28 days after your sample has been returned to the lab. We will be in contact as soon as your results have been released to schedule your review consultation and discuss your results.