Functional Medicine Testing
Functional medicine testing offers valuable insights into what may be happening in the body and helps guide more targeted, effective therapy. At Foreshore Nutrition, we offer a wide range of high-quality tests through trusted functional medicine laboratories, selected for their accuracy, excellent practitioner support and customer service.​​
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Test Only – Receive your results with no additional interpretation.
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Test + General Interpretation – Results with general written insights + recommendations (not tailored to individual health concerns).
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Test + Personalised Interpretation – Results with tailored written insights + recommendations based on your health history and questionnaire responses.
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Test + Consultation Package – Testing may be arranged before your initial appointment, or rationale discussed during clinic. Verbal interpretation of results with a tailored written health & wellbeing plan is provided.
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While tests can be purchased without full interpretation, personalised analysis taking into account your health background provides a clearer understanding of your results and more targeted recommendations. Feel free to get in touch to find the best option for your needs.
​*Please note that interpretation is supplied as an additional cost to testing and varies depending on the testing option - fees are disclosed fully prior to ordering.
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TEST SELECTION
All test kits are delivered directly to your door, are easy to perform in the comfort of your own home and then simply posted back to the laboratory. This is a small selection of tests available, if there is a specific test you require that isn't listed, please get in touch to enquire. ​​​
MetaXplore GI Plus Gut Microbiome Test - £399.00*
Invivo Healthcare / Co-Biome /Microba - 1-day stool sample
A comprehensive metagenomic-driven stool test using ground-breaking new next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology. Provides a comprehensive view of the whole gut microbiome, providing insights from over 28,000 microbial species & their function. . Provides deep insights into how the microbiome is influencing health & scientifically graded recommendations for diet & lifestyle interventions. For further info click here
GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Test Analysis - £375.00*
Genova Diagnostics - 1-3 day stool sample
A comprehensive test providing actionable information in the management of gastrointestinal health. Specially selected biomarkers give insight into digestive and absorptive function, intestinal inflammation and immunologiy and the gut microbiome.
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FIT (Food Inflammation Testing) & Gut Barrier Panel
FIT 176 - £300* FIT 132 - £225.00*
KBMO Diagnostics - Fingerprick Test
The FIT 132 and FIT 176 test for delayed food sensitivities, measuring both IgG and Immune Complexes. This helps identify food sensitivities, inflammation and leaky gut from a simple at-home test. A Gut Barrier Panel is also included to check the level of gut dysfunction, from simple sensitivity and inflammation to more extreme levels of leaky gut.
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SIBO Lactulose Breath Test - £165*
Invivo Diagnostics - 3 hour breath sample
Measures exhaled hydrogen and methane gases to evaluate small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. This is a common condition causing similar symptoms to IBS. Testing indicates whether SIBO is present and which type, in order to facilitate the correct treatment plan. Left untreated, SIBO can lead to digestive and gastrointestinal complications.
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Metabolomix+ Nutritional Assessment - £355.00*
Genova Diagnostics - Urine, bloodspot and buccal swab samples
A combination of nutritional tests which use key biomarkers to identify the functional need for antioxidants, B vitamins, minerals, digestive support, fatty acids and amino acids. Helps to clarify nutritional status and individual nutrient needs. Particularly useful for those with mood disorders, fatigue, mitochondrial dysfunction, chronic stress or inflammation.
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