Objective insight into how your body is truly functioning
Functional Tests
Instead of guessing, we use objective data.
Instead of masking symptoms, we identify root causes.
Instead of masking symptoms, we identify root causes.
What is Functional Testing?
Functional testing provides a deeper understanding of your body’s unique biochemistry, helping to identify imbalances that may be affecting your health.
Functional testing is precision health analysis.
If you are experiencing ongoing fatigue, digestive discomfort, hormonal shifts, brain fog, skin concerns, or simply feel “not quite right,” standard blood tests often fail to reveal why.
Functional testing goes deeper.
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Functional testing provides a deeper understanding of your body’s unique biochemistry, helping to identify imbalances that may be affecting your health.
Functional testing is precision health analysis.
If you are experiencing ongoing fatigue, digestive discomfort, hormonal shifts, brain fog, skin concerns, or simply feel “not quite right,” standard blood tests often fail to reveal why.
Functional testing goes deeper.
Read more
Why Functional Testing Matters
Many health concerns develop gradually. Subtle dysfunction in the gut, hormones, stress response, or nutrient absorption can exist long before it appears on standard lab reports. By identifying these imbalances early, we can intervene strategically — supporting correction at the physiological level rather than simply managing symptoms.
Functional testing provides clarity, direction, and a structured path forward to identify the root causes of you symptoms..
Here are the key functional tests that we work with:
- The Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP) with zonulin is an advanced stool test that measures gastrointestinal microbiota DNA together with key immune, digestive and intestinal barrier markers from a single stool sample.
It detects parasites, bacteria,H. pylori, fungi, and more by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested.
Gut health impacts overall health. The gut microbiome plays a critical role in mediating the effects of diet and other factors on digestive, immune, metabolic, skin, brain, and neuroendocrine health - DUTCH (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) is a groundbreaking methodology that sets a new standard in hormone metabolite testing, surpassing traditional saliva and blood tests.
It is an at-home test that measures sex and adrenal hormones, their metabolites, and daily patterns through dried urine samples. It also includes markers for nutritional deficiencies, oxidative stress, gut health, melatonin, and more.
It provides deeper insights into hormone metabolism and stress levels than traditional blood or saliva tests, aiding in diagnosing imbalances related to fatigue, sleep, and reproductive health. - Heavy Metal Toxicity & Minerals Hair TestingHair Elements Analysis Test provides information regarding recent and ongoing exposure to potentially toxic metals, and time-averaged status of specific nutrient elements. This noninvasive screening test requires only 0.25 grams of hair.
Toxic elements may be 200 to 300 times more highly concentrated in hair than in blood or urine. Therefore, hair is the tissue of choice for detection of recent exposure to elements such as arsenic, aluminum, cadmium, lead, antimony and mercury.
The CDC acknowledges the value of hair mercury levels as a maternal and infant marker for exposure to neurotoxic methylmercury from fish.
GI Map + Zonulin Stool Testing
AED
2300
AED
2500
The GI‑MAP Test is an advanced stool test that is used to accurately assess gut microbiota, pathogens, and key markers of digestion, inflammation, and immune function from a single sample.
Unlike traditional culture-based testing, the GI‑MAP detects bacteria, parasites, viruses, antibiotic resistance markers, and microbial imbalances that may be contributing to symptoms or chronic health concerns. Its precision allows us to design highly targeted, personalised protocols and monitor progress through retesting.
Additional GI-MAP add-ons include StoolOMX (bile acids and short-chain fatty acids) and gluten peptide.
Specimen
Stool sample
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Unlike traditional culture-based testing, the GI‑MAP detects bacteria, parasites, viruses, antibiotic resistance markers, and microbial imbalances that may be contributing to symptoms or chronic health concerns. Its precision allows us to design highly targeted, personalised protocols and monitor progress through retesting.
Additional GI-MAP add-ons include StoolOMX (bile acids and short-chain fatty acids) and gluten peptide.
Specimen
Stool sample
Download Sample Report Here
Digestive symptoms: Chronic diarrhoea, constipation, bloating, gas or abdominal pain.
Altered bowel habits: Ongoing changes in stool frequency, urgency or consistency.
Suspected gastrointestinal disorders: Evaluation in contexts such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease or coeliac disease.
Recurrent gastrointestinal symptoms: Exploration of potential bacterial contributors including Escherichia coli or Helicobacter pylori.
Malabsorption concerns: Unexplained weight loss, anaemia or signs of nutrient insufficiency.
Immune-related conditions: Investigation of gastrointestinal factors in autoimmune or inflammatory presentations.
Skin conditions: Eczema, acne or psoriasis where gut involvement is considered.
Fatigue or neurological symptoms: Brain fog, low energy or mood changes in complex clinical presentations.
Altered gut barrier function: Assessment of intestinal permeability where disruption of gut lining integrity is suspected.
Altered bowel habits: Ongoing changes in stool frequency, urgency or consistency.
Suspected gastrointestinal disorders: Evaluation in contexts such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease or coeliac disease.
Recurrent gastrointestinal symptoms: Exploration of potential bacterial contributors including Escherichia coli or Helicobacter pylori.
Malabsorption concerns: Unexplained weight loss, anaemia or signs of nutrient insufficiency.
Immune-related conditions: Investigation of gastrointestinal factors in autoimmune or inflammatory presentations.
Skin conditions: Eczema, acne or psoriasis where gut involvement is considered.
Fatigue or neurological symptoms: Brain fog, low energy or mood changes in complex clinical presentations.
Altered gut barrier function: Assessment of intestinal permeability where disruption of gut lining integrity is suspected.
Bacterial pathogens:
Campylobacter
C. diff Toxin A & B**
E. coli o157**
Enterotoxigenic E. coli LT & ST (ETEC)**
Shiga-like Toxin producing E. coli stx1 & stx2 (STEC)**
Salmonella
Shigella
Vibrio cholera
Yersinia enterocolitica
Viral pathogens:
Adenovirus 40 & 41**
Norovirus GI & GII**
Rotavirus A**
Parasitic pathogens
Cryptosporidium**
Entamoeba histolytica**
Giardia
Additional targets
Bacteria:
Helicobacter pylori and virulence factors, cagA and vacA**
Enterococcus
Lactobacillus**
Bifidobacter**
Bacteroides spp.
Bacteroides fragilis grp
E. coli (total)
Citrobacter spp.
Citrobacter freundii
Proteus spp.
Proteus mirabilus
Proteus vulgaris
Pseudomonas spp.**
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Morganella spp.
Staphylococcus spp. (aureus)
Streptococcus spp.
Klebsiella spp.**
Klebsiella pneumoneiae
Parasites:
Blastocystis hominis**
Dientamoeba fragilis
Endolimax nana
Entamoeba coli**
Entamoeba hartmanni**
Chilomastix mesnelli
Cyclospora cayetanenensis
Pentatrichomonas hominis
LDT fungi/yeast:
Microsporidia spp. including Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Encephalitozoon intestinalis **
Candida albicans
Candida spp.
Geotrichum spp.
Trichosporon spp.
Other tests:
Secretory IgA (sIgA)
Anti-gliadin sIgA
Pancreatic elastase 1
Beta glucuronidase
Calprotectin
Zonulin (available as an add-on test)
Steatocrit
Occult blood
Campylobacter
C. diff Toxin A & B**
E. coli o157**
Enterotoxigenic E. coli LT & ST (ETEC)**
Shiga-like Toxin producing E. coli stx1 & stx2 (STEC)**
Salmonella
Shigella
Vibrio cholera
Yersinia enterocolitica
Viral pathogens:
Adenovirus 40 & 41**
Norovirus GI & GII**
Rotavirus A**
Parasitic pathogens
Cryptosporidium**
Entamoeba histolytica**
Giardia
Additional targets
Bacteria:
Helicobacter pylori and virulence factors, cagA and vacA**
Enterococcus
Lactobacillus**
Bifidobacter**
Bacteroides spp.
Bacteroides fragilis grp
E. coli (total)
Citrobacter spp.
Citrobacter freundii
Proteus spp.
Proteus mirabilus
Proteus vulgaris
Pseudomonas spp.**
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Morganella spp.
Staphylococcus spp. (aureus)
Streptococcus spp.
Klebsiella spp.**
Klebsiella pneumoneiae
Parasites:
Blastocystis hominis**
Dientamoeba fragilis
Endolimax nana
Entamoeba coli**
Entamoeba hartmanni**
Chilomastix mesnelli
Cyclospora cayetanenensis
Pentatrichomonas hominis
LDT fungi/yeast:
Microsporidia spp. including Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Encephalitozoon intestinalis **
Candida albicans
Candida spp.
Geotrichum spp.
Trichosporon spp.
Other tests:
Secretory IgA (sIgA)
Anti-gliadin sIgA
Pancreatic elastase 1
Beta glucuronidase
Calprotectin
Zonulin (available as an add-on test)
Steatocrit
Occult blood
DUTCH Complete Hormone Testing
AED
2400
AED
2600
The DUTCH Complete goes beyond standard blood tests to show how your hormones are produced, balanced, and metabolised — providing a detailed picture of what may be driving your symptoms.
It covers sex hormones, cortisol patterns, nutritional markers, oxidative stress, melatonin, and gut-related indicators in a single test.
This test may be appropriate if you experience:
Dried urine sample
Download Sample Report Here
It covers sex hormones, cortisol patterns, nutritional markers, oxidative stress, melatonin, and gut-related indicators in a single test.
This test may be appropriate if you experience:
- Irregular or painful periods
- PCOS or fertility challenges
- PMS, mood swings, or anxiety
- Hair loss or thinning
- Fatigue or unexplained weight gain
- Low libido or sleep disturbances
- Menopause symptoms
- Low energy, depression, or hormonal concerns (men)
Dried urine sample
Download Sample Report Here
Women
- Fatigue or low energy: Persistent tiredness that may relate to adrenal or sex hormone imbalance.
- Low mood or depression: Changes in emotional wellbeing or motivation linked to hormonal fluctuations.
- Reduced libido: Decline in sexual desire or satisfaction possibly influenced by oestrogen or testosterone levels.
- Premenstrual symptoms: PMS, irritability or mood swings occurring before menstruation.
- Menopausal changes: Hot flushes, sleep disruption or other signs of hormonal transition.
- Weight gain: Gradual or unexplained weight increase that may relate to changes in metabolism or hormone balance.
- Fatigue or low energy: Ongoing tiredness or reduced stamina possibly linked to hormone levels.
- Low mood or depression: Persistent low mood or lack of motivation that may correspond with testosterone or cortisol imbalance.
- Reduced sex drive: Lower libido or sexual performance potentially influenced by changes in androgen activity.
- Sleep disturbance: Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep associated with cortisol rhythm.
- Hair loss: Gradual thinning or changes in hair pattern possibly linked with hormone variation.
- Weight gain: Increased abdominal or overall body weight that may reflect hormonal shifts.
The kit includes:
- Easy-to-understand instructions
- Four (4) urine collection strips
- Requisition form for:
- Patient information
- Relevant supplements
- Medications
- Hormone replacement
- Health questionnaire
- A sealable, prepaid return envelope
- Analysis of 35 different hormones: estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA-S, and cortisol along with their metabolites.
- Daily free cortisol patterns to provide insight into adrenal insufficiency or symptoms of chronic stress.
- Graphical representation of results and embedded video tutorials to assist providers in the hormone assessment.
- DUTCH OATs: Oxidative stress marker – 8-Hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), melatonin (6-OHMS), and six organic acid tests (OATs) including markers for vitamin B12 (methylmalonate), vitamin B6 (xanthurenate), kynurenate, glutathione (pyroglutamate), dopamine (homovanillate), norepinephrine/epinephrine (vanilmandelate).
Minerals & Heavy Metal Toxicity Testing
AED
1150
AED
1500
Hair Elements analysis provides information regarding recent and ongoing exposure to potentially toxic metals, and time-averaged status of specific nutrient elements.
This noninvasive screening test requires only 0.25 grams of hair.
With respect to its contained elements, hair is essentially an excretory tissue rather than a functional tissue. Hair element analysis provides important information which, in conjunction with symptoms and other laboratory values, can assist the physician with an early diagnosis of physiological disorders associated with aberrations in essential and toxic element metabolism.
Toxic elements may be 200 to 300 times more highly concentrated in hair than in blood or urine. Therefore, hair is the tissue of choice for detection of recent exposure to elements such as arsenic, aluminum, cadmium, lead, antimony and mercury.
Specimen Requirements:
Hair strand
Download Sample Report Here
This noninvasive screening test requires only 0.25 grams of hair.
With respect to its contained elements, hair is essentially an excretory tissue rather than a functional tissue. Hair element analysis provides important information which, in conjunction with symptoms and other laboratory values, can assist the physician with an early diagnosis of physiological disorders associated with aberrations in essential and toxic element metabolism.
Toxic elements may be 200 to 300 times more highly concentrated in hair than in blood or urine. Therefore, hair is the tissue of choice for detection of recent exposure to elements such as arsenic, aluminum, cadmium, lead, antimony and mercury.
Specimen Requirements:
Hair strand
Download Sample Report Here
- Toxic Element Exposure
- Excessive Fish Consumption
- Alopecia
- Depression
- Fatigue
- Malabsorption
- Hypertension
- Impaired Glucose Tolerance
- Kidney Function
- Parkinson's-like Symptoms
- Sexual Impotence or Decreased Testosterone Production
- Vision Problems
WHAT WOULD A HAIR ELEMENTS TEST TELL ME?
A Hair Element Test helps to identify mineral imbalances or toxic element exposures that may contribute to hair loss. This is a valuable insight which our Trichologists interpret alongside a clients health issues and lifestyle factors.
WHAT DOES A HAIR ELEMENTS TEST MEASURE?
A Hair Elements Test provides a snapshot of both nutrient and toxic element exposure. Read on for a break down of exactly what it measures.
Nutrient Elements
Essential minerals for body function:
Test for a variety of elements, some of which can be toxic if in high concentrations:
Assessing the ratios of certain elements to each other, which can be indicative of various health conditions or imbalances:
A Hair Element Test helps to identify mineral imbalances or toxic element exposures that may contribute to hair loss. This is a valuable insight which our Trichologists interpret alongside a clients health issues and lifestyle factors.
WHAT DOES A HAIR ELEMENTS TEST MEASURE?
A Hair Elements Test provides a snapshot of both nutrient and toxic element exposure. Read on for a break down of exactly what it measures.
Nutrient Elements
Essential minerals for body function:
- Chromium: Important for glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.
- Zinc: Essential for immune function, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division.
- Copper: Plays a role in iron metabolism, neurodevelopment, and maintaining connective tissue.
- Magnesium: Crucial for muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, and bone health.
- Selenium: Important for reproduction, thyroid gland function, DNA production, and protecting the body from infection and oxidative damage.
Test for a variety of elements, some of which can be toxic if in high concentrations:
- Essential and Beneficial Elements: Such as iron, phosphorus, iodine, lithium, cobalt, molybdenum, manganese, and calcium.
- Potentially Toxic Elements: Including mercury, cadmium, arsenic, lead, beryllium, aluminum, and nickel. These elements can be harmful at high levels or with prolonged exposure.
- Additional Elements: Like uranium, potassium, sodium, vanadium, boron, zirconium, titanium, sulfur, rubidium, germanium, silver, tin, strontium, thorium, thallium, platinum, bismuth, barium, and antimony. The presence and levels of these elements can provide information about environmental exposure and potential health impacts.
Assessing the ratios of certain elements to each other, which can be indicative of various health conditions or imbalances:
- Calcium/Phosphorus Ratio: Important for bone health and metabolic functions.
- Zinc/Cadmium Ratio: Can indicate exposure to cadmium, a toxic metal, as zinc and cadmium can compete for absorption in the body.
- Zinc/Copper Ratio: An important indicator of overall nutritional status, as these elements must be balanced for optimal health.
- Sodium/Potassium Ratio: Reflects on adrenal health and can impact blood pressure.
- Calcium/Magnesium Ratio: Important for cardiovascular health and general cellular functions.
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