Functional Testing
Functional testing provides deeper insight into how your body is functioning, beyond standard medical tests. Rather than focusing solely on disease diagnosis, it helps identify underlying imbalances that may be contributing to ongoing or unexplained symptoms.
These tests can offer valuable information about digestion, nutrient status, inflammation, hormone balance, metabolic health, and stress response. Even when conventional results appear within normal ranges, functional testing may help explain why symptoms persist.
I use gold-standard labs including Genova Diagnostics and Regenerus Laboratories to offer a wide range of functional tests. You can explore some of the most commonly requested tests below.
Allergies & Intolerances
This test measures total IgG antibody responses to 190 different foods. It covers a broad selection of foods commonly found in Western, Asian and Mediterranean diets, and also includes a hemp sensitivity marker, reflecting its increasing use as a modern food source.
DUTCH Test
This test evaluates 35 sex and adrenal hormones, along with nine organic acids related to vitamin status and neurotransmitter activity. It provides valuable insight into menstrual cycle patterns, fertility concerns and hormonal imbalances, particularly when HPA axis dysregulation is suspected.
Metabolic Health
This test combines a range of nutritional assessments to provide a comprehensive evaluation of metabolic and nutritional health. It examines vitamin and mineral status, amino acids, antioxidants, neurotransmitter markers, and how efficiently the body produces and utilises energy.
Adrenal Stress Profile
This test evaluates cortisol levels at multiple points throughout the day to assess adrenal function and the body’s response to stress. It provides valuable insight into how stress, anxiety and disrupted sleep patterns may be impacting overall health and wellbeing.
Stool Testing: GI Effects
An advanced stool analysis that delivers clear, actionable clinical information to support gastrointestinal health. It offers detailed insight into digestive function, intestinal inflammation and the balance of the gut microbiome.
Thyroid Panel
A comprehensive assessment of thyroid hormone metabolism, measuring serum levels of TSH, free T4, free T3, reverse T3, anti-TG antibodies and anti-TPO antibodies. This panel evaluates both central and peripheral thyroid function, as well as the presence of thyroid autoimmunity.
Female Wellness
This panel assesses 58 biomarkers to deliver a detailed overview of key aspects of female health. It provides insight into vital organ function, energy fluctuations, recurrent illness, blood sugar regulation, digestive changes, anaemia, vitamin and mineral status, sleep patterns, and hormonal or mood imbalances.
Male Wellness
This panel evaluates 59 biomarkers to provide a comprehensive overview of male health. It offers insight into vital organ function, energy levels, susceptibility to frequent illness, blood sugar regulation, digestive changes, anaemia, vitamin and mineral status, sleep patterns, hormonal or mood imbalances, and libido.