Nutritional Testing
I offer advanced nutritional testing to provide detailed insight into nutrient status, metabolic function, and biochemical pathways that influence energy, digestion, detoxification, and overall health.
What Is a Nutritional Analysis Test?
A nutritional evaluation test is a form of functional testing that assesses how efficiently the body is processing nutrients and supporting key metabolic pathways.
The Genova Diagnostics MetabolomiX test uses a urine sample to analyse organic acids, which reflect nutrient levels, energy production, gut microbial activity, and detoxification capacity.
This type of testing looks beyond basic deficiencies to identify functional imbalances that may be affecting health, even when routine blood tests appear within normal ranges.
It provides clinically useful information that can be used to guide targeted nutrition and supplement support.
Why Nutritional Testing Is Important
Nutrient insufficiencies and metabolic imbalances can develop gradually and may not always cause clear or specific symptoms in the early stages.
Nutritional testing allows us to assess how well nutrients are being absorbed, converted, and utilised within the body, rather than relying on intake alone.
Using objective data helps identify areas that may benefit from targeted support and reduces reliance on trial-and-error approaches to nutrition and supplementation.
What Can a Nutritional Evaluation Test Assess?
Depending on the markers included, nutritional testing can assess:
Energy production and mitochondrial function
B vitamins, amino acids, and antioxidant status
Carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism
Gut microbial metabolites
Neurotransmitter-related pathwaysDetoxification and oxidative stress markers
These findings help build a clearer picture of nutritional needs and metabolic function and can highlight patterns contributing to both physical and cognitive symptoms.
Symptoms and Patterns Commonly Linked to Nutritional Imbalance
Nutritional testing may be helpful for people experiencing:
Persistent fatigue or low energy
Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
Digestive symptoms without a clear cause
Poor stress tolerance
Mood-related symptoms
Blood sugar imbalance
Exercise intolerance or slow recovery
Difficulty responding to supplements
This testing helps identify underlying nutritional and metabolic factors that may be contributing to ongoing or unclear symptoms.
How the Test Works
This nutritional evaluation test uses a urine sample collected at home and sent to the laboratory for analysis.
Sample type: Urine
Clear instructions are provided, and results are reviewed in detail so they can be used to inform personalised nutrition and supplement support.
If you would like to see the type of information this nutritional evaluation provides, you can view a sample report to understand the level of detail and clinical insight available.
