Functional Lab Test
We offer Advanced medical functional laboratory testing for few reasons:
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Put the guesswork aside
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Help better understand your current specific condition
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Prevent waste of time and start from the root cause
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Screen for probable irregularities before becoming a disorder
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Better planning for your optimum health
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Planning for Longevity
These comprehensive Lab tests are great tools in addition to your history and physical to help determine what further steps to take to make a positive impact on your overall health.
Food Sensitivity Test
A food sensitivity test is an IgG immune reactions to foods which happens slowly with a latent presentation. The symptoms originates from a chronic inflammatory conditions due to sensitivity and has variable presentation from ezema to fatigue, joint pain and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Read about tests.
Hormone Test
Hormones are your messenger system that orchestrate the physiologically seamless and harmonized function of your body as a whole. The synchronized interaction of hormones is crucial for your daily life and determines the level of your success in life. We measure hormones in saliva, or dried urine. Read about tests.
Digestive tract test
Stool testing is an invaluable, non-invasive test to closly understand the health status of your bowels. It gives you a chance to assess the digestive function of your lower GI system, the presence of parasites, yeast, pathogenic microbes, and analyse the composition and status of your gut microbiome. Hydrogen breath test and serum zonulin test are other tools to identify the root cause of IBS, SIBo and other GI issues. Read about tests.
Weight Management Profile Test
Weight management profile test looks at the relation of hormones, stress, diet and healthy metabolism. imbalance in Estrogen/progesterone & Testosterone/DHEA ratio induce weight gain in hips & thighs and decreases lean muscle . Vit D deficiency leads to insulin resistance, diabetes, visceral fat deposition, and abdominal obesity.
Hair mineral & heavy metal Analysis
Hair Mineral & Heavy Metal test is a valuable tool to determine the mineral content of body tissues, toxic metal exposure and the actual deposition of elements in tissue over an average of a 3 month period.. Hair analysis may show the levels of nutritional minerals and toxic elements contained in body tissues. Read about test.
Sleep Balance Hormones Profile
Cortisol and melatonin function in a balance based on your circadian rhythm. Cortisol peaks in the morning to wake you up and give you alertness, and melatonin peaks at night to help you fall asleep. Circadian imbalances from imbalanced cortisol and melatonin can lead to daytime sleepiness and brain processing issues such as decreased alertness and problems with memory and decision-making. Read more.
Consult with our Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Manesh, ND to better determine which test is right for your condition. After receiving the result, she will review the results and discuss the treatment options to tackle the root cause of your problem. We are here to help.​​
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Author’s Bio:
This article was written by Dr. Masoumeh Shayesteh Manesh, ND, a Registered Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario, Canada, practicing in Midtown Toronto. Dr. Manesh ND helps in holistic skin and hormone health, with additional focus on digestive wellness and mood balance.
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Before moving to Canada, she earned her degree as Doctorate of Medicine abroad and spent over 30 years practicing medicine, bringing a unique integrative perspective that combines medical experience with natural, evidence-informed approaches to patient care.