Laboratory research

As a doctor and specialist in de integrative medicine en orthomoleculaire geneeskunde I attach great importance to the use of sound laboratory research. That is why I work with clinically certified laboratory research, where the quality is comparable to regular laboratory research. This provides a reliable and thorough basis for my pathways.

In vergelijking met regulier laboratoriumonderzoek is het als Integrative Medicine Arts mogelijk om breder te kijken naar onderliggende oorzaken van klachten en disbalans in het lichaam. Doordat ik niet gebonden ben aan het beleid van zorgverzekeraars, kan ik gericht aanvullend onderzoek inzetten dat verder gaat dan standaard protocollen.

Within the route standard blood tests for food intolerances are included. There is also the possibility of additional and in-depth investigations. Below is the overview of available add-on examinations.

In-depth insights with additional laboratory tests

To assess your health even more specifically, various laboratory tests can be used as add-ons. Depending on your complaints or wishes, the status of vitamins and minerals, hormonal balance, possible food intolerances or allergies, and intestinal health can be examined. These tests offer valuable insights that help to draw up a personal and effective treatment plan.

This test looks at your micronutrient status and helps detect deficiencies or imbalances. It will give you insight into energy levels, immunity, mental clarity, bone health and more.

Among other possibilities for testing:

  • Vitamin D (25-OH & 1,25-OH)

  • Vitamin B12 (total & active)

  • Homocysteine & MMA (indirect markers for B12)

  • Folic acid

  • Other B vitamins (including B6)

  • Vitamin A

  • Vitamin K

  • Omega 3

  • Magnesium

  • Zinc

  • Selenium

  • Calcium

  • Iodine (urine)

Hormones affect your energy, mood, fertility and general health.

Among other possibilities for testing:

  • Oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, DHEA (saliva, blood test or DUTCH test* - saliva & urine)

  • Cortisol daily curve (saliva)

  • Thyroid panel: TSH, FT4, FT3, rT3, anti-TPO, anti-TG (blood)
    *The DUTCH test provides a comprehensive picture of hormone balance and breakdown (metabolites).

Test for food hypersensitivities or allergic reactions.

Among other possibilities for testing:

  • Food intolerance test (IgG - blood)

  • Gluten antibodies (faeces)

  • Histamine “intolerance” (faeces)

  • Food allergies (IgE - blood)

Get insight into your gut health, digestion and immune status through stool testing.

Among other possibilities for testing:

  • Microbiome examination (faeces) - helps with digestive complaints, skin problems, fatigue and immune problems

  • Favourable and unfavourable bacteria

  • Fungi (such as Candida)

  • Parasites (such as Blastocystis)

  • Dysbiosis index

  • Inflammatory markers: calprotectin, alpha-1-antitrypsin

  • Zonulin

  • Digestive residues: fats, carbohydrates, proteins, water

  • Histamine

  • Mucosal immunity (sIgA)

  • H. pylori

  • Gluten antibodies

SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth - breath test)
Important for people with abdominal bloating, unexplained abdominal complaints, PDS (irritable bowel syndrome) or persistent food intolerances.
The test measures the production of hydrogen and/or methane after ingestion of lactulose. These gases are produced by bacteria and exhaled through the breath.

Real-time insight into your blood sugar responses to diet, exercise and stress. Ideal for energy complaints, insulin resistance, PCOS or weight management.

What you get:

  • Sensor (14 days or longer)

  • App for real-time data

  • Reporting peaks, troughs and trends

Interested in a personal survey?

Want to know more about the possibilities of these laboratory tests or find out which ones are best suited to your situation?
Then feel free to take contact or book a non-binding introductory meeting. Together, we look at what steps can help you towards more balance, energy and well-being.

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