towards exceptional health...one step at a time
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exceptional health...one step at a time
Laboratory and Assessment
Integral Health Clinic is pleased to offer a wide variety of laboratory services. All of these tests are done in our clinic. For some tests, results can be provided immediately; for others, samples must be sent away. Many of the simple in-office tests are performed as the patient is having his or her follow-up visit and reviewed at the time or on a subsequent office visit. For more information and the cost per test, please contact the clinic by phone at (613) 241-0005 or by fax at (613) 241-0800.
Dipstick test assessing:
Specific Gravity
pH
Leukocytes
Nitrate
Protein
Glucose
Ketones
Urobilinogen
Bilirubin
Blood
A quick screening of the urine for any abnormal patterns in relation to the
kidney, liver, pancreas, digestive tract, and heart.
The patient provides a urine sample,
and the results are given on the same office visit.
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Patient is given an oral sample of
0.2% Zinc Sulphate solution. If the patient experiences no taste, there is a
zinc deficiency; zinc status is normal
if there is a bitter taste. Results correlate well with Hair Analysis
results. Many health conditions can be related to deficient zinc levels, such
as low immunity, low libido and sperm count, low adrenal function, early tooth
decay, poor development, and low thyroid activity.
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Hair Analysis (Nutritional Minerals and Toxic Metals)
Environmental toxins interfere with metabolism, assimilation, and elimination. Potentially dangerous substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, and aluminium can interfere with metabolic processes, the nervous system, the reproductive system, and mental capacity. In heavy industrial or densely populated areas are where toxic elements are found in alarming frequency.
A small hair sample (approximately one gram) is taken from the patient. A 30 element panel is then assessed and documented by the chosen lab. Results are received within 2 weeks.
The naturopathic doctor then consults with the patient as to how to bring the elements back to within normal ranges.
All above information was derived
in part from Professional Health Products- In Office Lab Tests Manual, with
permission.
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Confirms low adrenal function along
with the Koenisburg Test. The blood pressure is first taken in the lying position
and then again in the standing position. The systolic blood pressure is assessed
to see whether it increases or decreases. Ideally there should be a rise in
systolic blood pressure.
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The patient simply fills out a form
in the office or at home for his or her convenience, and the information gathered
from the form is used to assess for vitamin or mineral deficiencies.
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Blood Group Typing is a screening test available to determine your blood group type. Each individual has a blood group type that may have an influence on the optimal nutritional program for you. For more information, consult: Dr. Peter J. D'Adamo (1996) Eat Right For Your Type, Putnam's Sons Publishers.
This test is done at our office.
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Condition-specific physical exam
Available if indicated.
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To book an appointment or for more information, please call (613)241-0005 today.