What do they involve?
An important part of the naturopathic consultation process is to get to know your body and how it’s functioning. Part of this is achieved by asking you a comprehensive set of questions, but to really know what’s going on Dee may perform a series of tests.
Here’s an overview of the tests which Dee may choose to use to assess your health further:
Body Test (BIA)
Using the most effective electronic equipment available Dee can measure your body composition via Bio Impedence Analysis (BIA). This is done to ensure that the protocol you’re following is effective and safe.
BIA is a state-of-the-art electrical analysis tool developed by the University of Queensland to monitor function of the body. It’s been in use for decades based on similar technology used by NASA to measure muscle loss in space. BIA provides accurate information on muscle mass and fat mass, and helps identify potential performance issues.
Urinary Indicans Test
A small sample of urine is taken for us to asses the health of your digestion in regards to the permeability of intestinal lining and parasites. This test is taken during a digestive restoration program, or before to determine whether the program is necessary. It enables Dee to assess improvements being made to ensure it is safe to move on to the next stage.
Semen Analysis
This is a quick and easy test which provides invaluable information about the quantity, quality, motility and overall health of sperm. The cost is $35 and is highly recommended for any couple prior to conception to get the best outcome possible.
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Food Allergy and Intolerance Testing
Food sensitivities can occur at any age, triggering many different symptoms and contributing to a variety of disorders, including:
Inflammatory bowel disease
Fatigue
ADD/ADHD
Migraines
Skin problems
Rheumatoid arthritis
Sinusitis
Recurrent ear infections
Autism
The Allergix antibody profiles will test for IgE antibodies: immediate reaction to allergies which are less common.
Male and Female Saliva Hormone Testing
Hormones are vital for life and positive living. So when their levels are too high or too low, there are consequences for our health. Hormone imbalances can contribute to many health disorders including menopause, premenstrual syndrome and depression. Hormonal imbalance may result in a symptom picture which includes:
Weight gain
Mood swings
Night sweats
Disturbed sleep patterns
Loss of libido
Hot flushes
Post-partum depression
Infertility
PMS
Menopause
Hypo/hyper thyroid
Hormones which can be tested:
Males – Testosterone (TT), Oestradiol (E2), DHEA – S, Cortisol.
Females – Oestrone (E1), Oestradiol (E2), Oestriol (E3), Progesterone (P4), Testosterone (TT), DHEA-S.
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These additional tests are often performed in the initial consultation, regardless of the presenting condition -
- Blood Pressure
- Blood Glucose Finger Prick
- Blood Type Finger Prick
- Iris, Tongue & Nail Analysis
- pH Saliva Test
- Zinc Taste Test
Supplements may be recommended. Dee uses practitioner-only brands including -
- Metagenics http://www.metagenics.co.nz/
- Bioceuticals http://www.fit-bioceuticals.co.nz/
- MediHerb http://www.mediherb.com.au/
- Flordis http://www.flordis.com.au/
- Dr Veras http://www.bioconcepts.com.au/
- Orthoplex http://www.bioconcepts.com.au/
- Thorne http://www.fxmed.co.nz/
- Artemis http://www.artemis.co.nz/
Consultation Fees
Initial Consultation (1 hour) $75
Initial Consultation for child under 12 (45 minutes) $50
Followup (1/2 hour) $45
Body test (1/2 hour) $45
(There is eftpos available in the Dunedin Clinic)
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One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.
Virginia Woolf (1882-1941)
British novelist and essayist