Since 1972, Doctor’s Data, Inc. has performed over four million hair elements tests for physicians and other health care providers, accumulating what is probably the largest database regarding this procedure. Why 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…
Heavy metal analysis is often an essential service for evaluation of chronic disease states and prevention of chronic disease. Heavy metal toxicity has been associated with all types of degenerative disease including chronic fatigue; depression; poor memory and cognitive dysfunction; emotional instability; peripheral numbness or tingling; decreased senses of touch, hearing or vision; hypersensitivity and allergies; persistent infections including chronic…
Overview Intestinal barrier function screening from Cyrex Laboratory, also known as Array 2, uses serum to detect the following analytes. Actomyosin IgA Occludin/Zonulin IgG Occludin/Zonulin IgA Occludin/Zonulin IgM Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) IgG Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) IgA Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) IgM Background The lining of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the anus, is covered by a mucosal barrier, which provides our first…
Cyrex Laboratory Advanced Immunity Testing At Westcoast Integrative Health we take risk assessment and the treatment of chronic diseases very seriously, which is why Cyrex Laboratory testing is a critical part of our functional diagnostic process in some cases. Dr Davies has been following Cyrex Laboratories work for many years through continuing education but prior to last year (2017) their…
Food and Environmental Allergy and Sensitivity Testing Food sensitivity testing may be performed through an IgG4 and/or IgE blood test performed by one of several independent laboratories. The doctor will test for sensitivities to approximately 100 different foods and food additives. Additionally, testing may also be performed for environmental allergens, if required. Once you receive your test result it is…
Millions of women suffer from hormonal imbalances. Whether it is menopause, weight gain, fatigue, low libido, premenstrual symptoms (PMS), mood swings, or depression, these symptoms can lead to more serious problems if misdiagnosed. Identifying the root cause of chronic health issues is certainly correctable, but only if properly identified. The DUTCH test was created to provide insight into many of…