Metabolic & toxin assessment
OMX Organic Metabolomics assesses how well your body is processing substances – and can identify deviations that underly or precede disease.
This test analyses organic and amino acids; protein metabolism; nutritional status; stress & mood; microbial metabolites; mitochondrial health and the impacts of toxins.
This test reveals your unique metabolic signature so we can personalise your treatment plan to your biology.
This is a urine test by Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory.
Cost: HK$3650
This profile creates a full picture of your oxidative stress levels by analysing total and reduced glutathione levels, alongside F2-isoprostane, and 8-OH-2deoxyguanosine.
Oxidative stress is a key factor in aging and chronic illness, and poor organ health.
This is a blood and urine test by Precision Point Diagnostics via Pathlab.
Cost: HK$ 4500
Check your total glutathione levels to assess if you have a sufficient level of the ‘master antioxidant’ in your body.
Glutathione is key for anti-aging, protection against pollutants, immunity and reducing oxidative stress and fatigue.
This is a blood test by Govita.
Cost: HK$1350
This test measures levels of NAD+, a coenzyme found in all of our cells. NAD+ levels decline with age. This test gives a good gauge of how fast you’re aging.
Inadequate levels of NAD+ contributes to higher levels of oxidative stress, leading to faster aging, and lower energy levels.
Blood test by Govita.
Cost: HK$1500
Test for eleven different mycotoxins from 40 species of mould.
Mycotoxins are released by mould (fungi), which can grow on almost any surface. Some of the most prevalent toxins lurk in our homes, schools and offices. Diseases and symptoms linked to mould exposure include allergic rhinitis and asthma, skin rashes, sinusitis, asthma, raised liver enzymes, headaches and fatigue.
Genetically some people are more prone to the toxic effects of mould. They may develop chronic fatigue, muscle pain, sharp stabbing pains, depression, excessive thirst and increased urination, and an odd tendency to experience static shocks.
If you are more sensitive to mould, you may also experience sweats and temperature regulation problems, mental fatigue, memory issues, mood swings, aches and muscle cramps, light sensitivity, numbness and tingling. Some people develop chronic fungal growth in the sinuses or lungs, which do not respond to antibiotics.
This one morning-urine sample can provide important insight into the cause of your health conditions.
Cost: HK$3800
Screen for the presence of 172 different toxic non-metal chemicals found in products like pharmaceuticals, pesticides, packaged foods, household products, and environmental pollution with this simple morning-urine test.
These toxins have been linked to chronic illnesses like cancer, heart disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD, autoimmune disorders, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, allergies and more.
This test identifies the presence of organophosphate pesticides, plastic phthalates, benzene from petroleum pollution, xylene and vinyl chloride, pyrethroid insecticides, acrylamide, perchlorate, diphenyl phosphate, ethylene oxide, and acrylonitrile. It also indicates damage to the mitochondria (cell energy production organelles) by measuring Tiglylglycine.
In the same urine sample, we can measure the presence of glyphosate – the world’s most widely produced herbicide linked to chronic health problems including metabolic disorder, diabetes, depression, autism, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease and cancers.
Cost: HK$4150
Sample Report: GPL-TOX Profile | Glyphosate
This highly recommended urine test provides a comprehensive snapshot of your metabolism. It tests for certain acids that bacteria and yeast can produce, as well as organic acid wastes from your metabolism and brain neurotransmitters. Abnormal acid levels indicate metabolic and gut imbalances, which can contribute to health challenges like behaviour disorders, hyperactivity, anxiety, depression, fatigue and immune dysfunction.
The test also reports some mycotoxins and Candida yeast levels as well as vitamin and mineral levels - indications of neurotransmitter levels which are otherwise hard to gauge. It can reveal oxidative stress, glutathione sufficiency, toxic effects on the mitochondria and of any oxalates - all of which are linked to multiple chronic illnesses, and so many more markers.
The OAT test can be combined with the GPL Mycotox and/or GPL TOX at a reduced package price to provide comprehensive insight into fatigue, mental disorders and toxic exposure.
Cost: HK$3350
Analyse your red blood cells (RBC) to determine the status of vitamins and minerals in your system. With a small blood sample, we can test for deficiencies or excesses of elements that are of high importance to cell function, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, selenium, copper, zinc, phosphorus, manganese, iron, boron, and molybdenum.
These imbalances can lead to a range of health issues like anaemia, cardiovascular disease, impaired glucose tolerance, immune function challenges, inflammation, gastrointestinal symptoms and more.
RBC element analysis is also useful for assessing ongoing or very recent exposure to specific toxic elements like arsenic, cadmium, lead, methylmercury and thallium that tend to accumulate in red blood cells. Do keep in mind that elevated levels of the toxic elements in these cells reflect recent or ongoing exposure and do not provide information about the net retention of the metals in the body.
What makes this test stand out from many other red blood cells element tests is the fact that the cells are not washed. Your results will not be skewed by the partial loss of important elements that bind to the plasma membrane.
Cost: HK$3850
Evaluate your body’s accumulation and excretion of toxic metals. While acute metal poisoning is rare, chronic low-level exposure to toxic metals can cause significant retention in your body. These toxic heavy metals are linked to adverse health effects and chronic disease including alopecia, bone density, cardiovascular disease, depression, fatigue, gastrointestinal symptoms, hypertension and nutritional deficiencies. For children, common effects include reduced mental performance or ADHD.
To evaluate net retention, your IMI practitioner will compare the levels of metals in your urine before and after the administration of a chelating metal detoxification agent. This sequesters "hidden" metals from deep tissue stores and mobilizes the metals to your kidneys for excretion in the urine.
At the same time, we can gauge your nutritional status and the efficacy of mineral supplementation during metal detoxification therapy. Some types of heavy metal detoxification agents (chelation agents) can significantly increase the excretion of specific nutrient elements such as zinc, copper, manganese and molybdenum, so are best to be monitored.
Cost:
Post-provocation only - HK$1550
Add Essential Elements (minerals) - HK$1950
Pre and post-provocation with essential mineral elements - HK$2945
Test for abnormal levels of urinary poryphins (oxidised metabolites of heme biosynthesis) linked to anaemia, autism, genetic disorders, oxidative stress and high-level exposure to toxic metals and some pollutants. This non-invasive test requires a single first morning void or 24-hour urine collection.
Cost: HK$2060
Assess your dietary and oral exposure to potentially toxic metals with this comprehensive stool test. This test evaluates levels of thallium and gadolinium which are of increasing potential concern, plus 14 other potentially toxic elements including mercury exposure from dental amalgams.
Cost: HK$1980
Measure your neurotransmitter levels with this simple, yet comprehensive urine test.
Imbalanced levels of neurotransmitters - chemical messengers used by the nervous system to relay information from one nerve to another - can cause the brain and the body to be over- or under-stimulated, producing neurological or psychological symptoms. These include anxiety and depression, chronic fatigue, impulsivity, insomnia, PMS or PMDD (pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder).
Cost: HK$3250
Biological age tests
This test measures your current rate of aging at the precise moment of testing, rather than your overall biological age. This lets us tell you if you are currently implementing the best protocol to reduce your aging and risk of disease over time.
Telomere length is one of the 9 hallmarks of aging. Your telomere is found at the tip of your chromosome and affects how quickly your cells age.
The length of your telomere is an important determinant of the lifespan of your cells; what happens to your cells at the end of their lifespan and how quickly they arrive at that end is an important indicator or the aging process and a wide variety of diseases.
By measuring your telomere length we can assess your risk of developing preventable diseases like hypertension, cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, depression, osteoporosis, and obesity.
Tracking the rate of your telomere shortening (which happens over time) is critical to tracking your overall health and aging.
TruDiagnostic has one of the largest private epigenetic databases in the world, with over 13,000 patients tested to date. By collecting important covariates, they’ve created a state of the art biological age predictor. Building on science already in the literature, they use their large database to create a highly accurate biological age model.
This analysis takes a closer look at epigenetic biological aging, to discover the impact that different systems on your body have on aging – especially your immune system and proteome.
This gives an advanced look into your epigenetic aging and how your immune system, cellular makeup, and hormonal biology is changing your epigenetic age.
Health screenings (Blood profiles)
This simple blood test provides elementary screening for coronary risks, blood glucose and kidney function.
Cost: HK$690
This basic annual screening checks your complete blood count, inflammation (ESR), liver function, coronary risk (cholesterol), glucose, uric acid, bone and renal function. This is a first morning fasting blood test with the addition of a routine urinalysis.
Cost: HK$990
Screen for the common conditions that can impact people <50 years old with this morning fasting blood test. Including the Basic Check Up, the All Essential Check Up also measures high sensitivity C reactive protein (hs CRP), homocysteine (B vitamins), vitamin B12, vitamin D (total), ferritin and thyroid (TSH) levels, and diabetes screen.
Cost: HK$2880
The ideal comprehensive test if you’re under the age of 50. Including the All Essential Check Up, this morning fasting blood test also measures your RBC folate, LDH, DHEA-S, and complete thyroid panel (TSH, free T3, Free T4). The comprehensive test includes a routine urine analysis.
Cost: HK$4550
Suitable for men over 45, this economical morning fasting blood test includes the Basic Check Up and measures your BMI, blood pressure, HbA1c (pre diabetes), TSH (thyroid), and three cancer markers - colon, NPC and PSA.
Cost: HK$1930
Suitable for women over 45, this economical morning fasting blood test includes the Basic Check Up and additionally measures your iron levels, BMI, blood pressure, HbA1c (to screen for pre-diabetes), TSH (thyroid) and three cancer markers - colon, NPC, ovary.
Cost: HK$1980
The ideal comprehensive initial test for men over 60. Including measurements for the All Essential Check Up, this test also measures your BMI (obesity check) and blood pressure, and looks at four cancer markers - colon, NPC, liver and PSA - as well as parasites and occult blood in the stool. The test includes a routine urine analysis.
Cost: HK$2880
The ideal comprehensive initial test for women over 60. Including measurements for the All Essential Check-Up, this test also measures your BMI (obesity check) and blood pressure and looks at three cancer markers - colon, ovary, and liver - as well as parasites and occult blood in the stool. The test includes a routine urine analysis.
Cost: HK$2880
Ideal for men and women over 50, this comprehensive blood test panel examines intrinsic factors that affect your aging process.
This test investigates your levels of hormones, from DHEA, to cortisol, progesterone and more. It also analyses your fasting glucose, uric acid and nutrients that influence aging.
This is the ideal comprehensive test if you’re interested in anti-aging hormone support, suspected age-related changes or determining the causes of fatigue.
Cost: HK$8630 for women, $8150 for men
Food allergy & intolerance
Test your allergy (IgE) reactions to 32 different environmental allergens and 28 food allergens commonly found in the Hong Kong environment and Asian/Western diets.
Cost: HK$1980
Protect your child by identifying their allergy (IgE) reactions to food allergens commonly found in children. These include cow’s milk, codfish, wheat, soybean, peanut and egg white. This blood test is suitable for children up to two years of age.
Cost: HK$960
Test your allergy (IgE) reactions to 32 food allergens commonly found in Asian and Western diets.
Cost: HK$1480
Test your IgG reactions to 190 foods commonly found in Asian, Western and Mediterranean diets. This highly comprehensive dried blood test (a quick and painless pin-prick test) can also detect Candida and yeast.
This test employs new and advanced technology known as Multiple Analyte Profiling (xMAP®), which offers superior sensitivity, specificity, precision and accuracy compared to traditional plate-based ELISA tests used by other food intolerance testing labs. With xMAP® technology, antigen-specific IgG antibodies are captured on multiplexed magnetic beads. This bead-based immunoassay allows for the simultaneous accurate detection of IgG antibodies to all 190 foods.
IMI found that the prior Great Plains Lab test had the best reproducibility in the marketplace – this new version offers even greater accuracy.
Cost: HK$3450 (package with 30mins consultation session)
Digestive health
This highly recommended urine test provides a comprehensive snapshot of your metabolism. It tests for certain acids that bacteria and yeast can produce, as well as organic acid wastes from your metabolism and from neurotransmitters. Abnormal acid levels indicate metabolic and gut imbalances, which can contribute to health challenges like behaviour disorders, hyperactivity, anxiety, depression, fatigue and immune disfunction. The test also reports some vitamin and mineral levels, oxidative stress, neurotransmitter levels and oxalates, which are linked to multiple chronic illnesses.
Cost: HK$3350
Add Phospholipase A2 (PLA2) – OAT test fee plus HK$400. PLA2 gives an indication of toxin damage that can cause cellular distress and inflammation. Excess PLA2 can be linked to chronic diseases, fatigue, mental decline and depression.
Ideal as a follow-up to the Great Plains Lab Organic Acids Test, your practitioner may recommend this urine test to help pinpoint specific abnormalities, monitor certain microbial balances, and assess the effectiveness of treatment.
The test reports 21 metabolites in your body produced by yeast and bacteria. It identifies levels of beneficial and harmful bacteria, Clostridia, Candida, yeast and fungal metabolites, and general markers of dysbiosis. It also measures the level of creatinine in your body to determine kidney function.
Cost: HK$2980
Identify imbalances in your intestinal microflora (the bacteria and organisms that live inside your gut) with this comprehensive bacteriology and yeast cultures test. This stool test can pinpoint imbalances like Candida yeast or bacteria such as Klebsiella, or Proteus causing SIBO (Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth). It can also detect a host of parasites and worms including Blastocystis, Giardia and other dysbiotic flora.
Cost:
One-day / Two-day / Three-day collection - HK$2850
Evaluate the good and bad bacteria in your gut, particularly if you are experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms, autoimmune disease, IBD/IBS, SIBO, inflammation, food sensitivities, nutritional deficiencies or joint pain. This comprehensive test can identify multiple microorganisms including probiotic and pathogenic bacteria, yeast and parasites, and measure key markers of digestion, absorption and inflammation. This test gives more detail about your digestive enzymes, which can increase your understanding of the causes of digestive issues.
Cost:
Two-day / Three-day collection - HK$4200
Add Zonulin Family Protein (Stool) - HK$395
Add H. Pylori Antigen - HK$560 - Can only add w CSAPx2
Sample Report: Stool analysis | Zonulin | H.Pylori
This highly accurate stool test is designed to detect microbes (the most common types being bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi) that may be disturbing your normal microbial balance or contributing to illness. Using quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology, which detects the DNA of these microbes, this test accurately pinpoints microbial imbalances linked to autoimmune diseases, IBS/IBD, SIBO, digestive complaints, brain fog, skin problems, mental health challenges, and obesity. This test also detects ‘leaky gut’ via a zonulin test. It detects gluten sensitivity by IgA testing, measures your enzyme levels, and tests for inflammation by measuring Calprotectin. While this test may seem expensive at first glance, it is in fact excellent value for money owing to the number of comprehensive items tested.
Cost: HK$4950
The GI 360™ is a comprehensive stool test that uses cutting-edge technology to test DNA and accurately detect levels of pathogens, viruses, parasites and bacteria linked to gastrointestinal symptoms and disease. These include inflammation, mucosal barrier dysfunction (leaky gut), autoimmune disease, food sensitivities, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, IBD/IBS, nutritional deficiencies, bloody stool, fever and vomiting.
The GI360™ Essentials Microbiome Profile stool test takes a deep dive into the gut microbiota to identify the presence of pathogenic viruses, bacteria, parasites and yeasts. It analyses the levels of the bacteria in a way that gives an overall score of the Dysbiosis Index (developed by a group of microbiologists in Europe after extensive studies). While infection may be one aspect of gut problems, imbalance is another - the Dysbiosis Index records the degree of this problem.
Both the GI360™ and the GI360™ Essentials Microbiome Profile tests use the Nobel Prize winning polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology – the ‘gold standard’ in infection detection. The benchmark in many aspects of diagnostic testing, PCR technology is both specific and sensitive in testing DNA, giving you the confidence of a correct and detailed diagnosis of the amounts of pathogenic microbes.
Cost:
Comprehensive HK$4950
Essential HK$3960
Sample Report: Comprehensive | Essential
Test for the potential causes of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), flatulence, bloating, food allergies or abdominal discomfort. Causes may include reduced absorption capacity, increased gastrointestinal permeability, inflammation, and lactose and sucrose intolerance - all of which can be identified by this comprehensive urine test.
Cost: HK$1950
Test for small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a health condition that occurs when bacteria that normally grow in other parts of the gut begins to grow in your small intestine. This can cause bloating and a feeling of fullness, cramps, diarrhoea, indigestion, flatulence and weight loss. This non-invasive breath test can diagnose SIBO by identifying the presence of hydrogen or methane released when bacteria overgrows in the small intestine.
Cost: HK$2795
Measure your oral microbiome (the bacteria that lives in your oral cavity) and host inflammatory markers with this simple, non-invasive saliva test. The oral microbiome is proven to play a role in both local disease like periodontitis and systemic diseases like cardiovascular disease, autoimmune conditions and neurodegenerative disorders. This oral health and microbiome test uses quantitative real-time PCR (the ‘gold standard’ in diagnostic testing) and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to provide accurate and reliable diagnosis.
Cost: HK$3250
Test your vaginal health and microbiome profile to detect imbalance of the vaginal microbiome. This can be linked to multiple health conditions including bacterial vaginosis (BV), miscarriages, preterm delivery, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and increased risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This vaginal swab test identifies inflammation, and the abundance of lactobacillus bacteria, strictly anaerobic bacteria, enteric bacteria, and BV-associated bacteria.
Invivo Female EcologiX uses quantitative real-time PCR (the benchmark in diagnostic testing) and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to provide an accurate and reliable diagnosis.
Cost:
Ecologi HK$3550
Add STI HK$350
Test for leaky gut syndrome – a digestive condition in which the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, allowing toxins and bacteria to leak through the intestines into your blood stream. This can cause inflammatory and allergic reactions like IBS, migraines, skin issues, chronic fatigue, food allergies, rheumatoid arthritis and more. This stool test measures diamine oxidase (DAO) that breaks down histamine; histamine, and the DAO: histamine ratio. It measures zonulin, a protein that plays a significant role in the opening of small intestine tight junctions and it also measures LPS (lipopolysaccharide) levels. Increased levels of LPS will need to be corrected to restore gut and overall health.
Cost: HK$5000
Nutrition tests
Depending on your symptoms, your practitioner may suggest one or more of the following nutrient blood tests. These individual tests will determine your vitamin and mineral levels.
Each test is priced individually and the average cost of tests range from HK$440 to HK$880, however some may cost as little as HK$80 or as much as HK$2840. To find out the price for the vitamin(s) or mineral(s) you need testing, please contact us using the form below, or call our reception.
If you’re unsure, you can speak to our integral health advisor or your naturopath for advice on which test would be best for you.
** Serum level and RBC level
- Vitamin A
- Beta Carotene
- Vitamin D Total - HK$680
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin B12 (active form)
- Serum or RBC Copper
- Serum or RBC Manganese
- Serum or RBC Selenium
- CoQ10
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Phosphorus
- Serum or RBC Folate
- Iron & Ferritin
- Serum or RBC Zinc
- Serum or RBC Magnesium
- Serum or RBC Calcium
- RBC Chromium
Measure your blood levels of Vitamin A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B9 (RBC Folate), B12 (Active), C, D (25-OH or total) and vitamin E.
Cost: HK$4500
Analyse your red blood cells (RBC) to determine the status of vitamins and minerals in your system. With a small blood sample, we can test for deficiencies or excesses of elements that are of high importance to cell function, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, selenium, copper, zinc, phosphorus, manganese, iron, boron, and molybdenum.
These imbalances can lead to a range of health issues like anaemia, cardiovascular disease, impaired glucose tolerance, immune function challenges, inflammation, gastrointestinal symptoms and more.
RBC element analysis is also useful for assessing ongoing or very recent exposure to specific toxic elements like arsenic, cadmium, lead, methylmercury and thallium that tend to accumulate in red blood cells. Do keep in mind that elevated levels of the toxic elements in these cells reflect recent or ongoing exposure and do not provide information about the net retention of the metals in the body.
What makes this test stand out from many other red blood cells element tests is the fact that the cells are not washed. Your results will not be skewed by the partial loss of important elements that bind to the plasma membrane.
Cost: HK$3850
A similar test can be arranged for Whole Blood Cell Element (with Heavy Metals)
Determine imbalances, insufficiencies, or excesses of extracellular circulating elements that have essential or beneficial functions in your body. This test is useful if you are experiencing alopecia, anemia, depression, cardiovascular disease, Parkinson’s-like symptoms and more.
This test also determines elevated or excessive levels of eleven potentially toxic elements.
Your IMI Doctor will choose the RBC Elements or Whole Blood Elements for your needs.
Cost: HK$3850
Test your primary fat-soluble vitamins including Vitamin D (total), D2, D3, Beta Carotene, Retinol (a form of Vitamin A), Vitamin E (Tocopherol alpha and gamma) and Vitamin K. These antioxidant nutrients are involved in multiple protective and regulatory functions and can be impacted by nutrient-poor diets, smoking, excess alcohol, malabsorption and more.
This test also analyses CoQ10, which can be depleted by exercise training and ageing.
Doctor’s Data Fat Soluble Vitamins Serum is an excellent complement to the RBC Elements or Whole Blood Elements tests on minerals and heavy metal toxins.
Cost: HK$3300
Measure your levels of the primary forms of folate (B-9) in plasma. This test is useful for assessing folate levels related to prenatal care, nutritional deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, neurotransmitter imbalances, detoxification challenges, genetic disorders, behavioural disorders and more.
Cost: HK$3080
Measure your levels of amino acids to determine nutrient adequacy and the effects of any deficiencies. This urine test can indicate the absorption of amino acids from dietary proteins, as well as their metabolism. It can also indicate vitamin and mineral deficiencies, particularly magnesium, vitamin B6, B9 (folate), and B12, that are needed for the metabolism of amino acids. The test can aid in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal dysfunctions, protein intolerances, renal and liver dysfunction, susceptibility to occlusive arterial disease (homocysteine), susceptibility to inflammatory response and oxidative stress, reduced detoxification capacity and more.
Cost: HK$3350
Measure the critical balance between essential Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids, as well as your levels of trans fatty acid with this quick finger prick test. Omega 3 deficiency leads to increased inflammation related diseases and trans fats are a cardiovascular toxin.
Many diets have excessive omega 6 to omega 3, which can accelerate conditions such as cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline. Imbalances can also contribute to health conditions including chronic pain, depression, hair and skin related conditions, obesity, autoimmune disorders, hormonal disorders, behavioural disorders.
Cost: HK$1895
Hormone tests
This highly recommended DUTCH hormone test draws on the most accurate and precise techniques available to offer the most extensive profile of sex and adrenal hormones, their metabolites, melatonin, 8-OHdG (an oxidative stress marker), and the daily (diurnal) pattern of free cortisol and metabolites of cortisol.
Female DUTCH Complete: Particularly beneficial for women’s hormone-related issues, this dried urine test measures estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and its conversion into the estrogens, and estrogen detoxification. It can indicate DNA damage from oxidative stress, often caused by toxic estrogen forms, and measure brain neurotransmitter levels that may indicate stress or mood disorders. It also shows indicators of crucial vitamins B6 and B12, and indirectly measures glutathione levels.
Male DUTCH Complete: A unique feature of the men’s DUTCH complete test is that it can show whether or not testosterone is being metabolised safely. This dried urine test also measures estrogens and dihydrotestosterone (DHT) to indicate prostrate-related risks, and brain neurotransmitter levels in the urine, which may indicate stress or mood disorders. It also shows indicators of crucial vitamins B6 and B12, and indirectly measures glutathione levels.
Cost: HK$3950
Understand your stress response to health issues including premenstrual symptoms (PMS), menopause, and mood swings in women, hair loss, sleeping troubles, low libido, depression, fatigue, and weight gain in men and women. Using dried urine samples, this test provides free cortisol patterns that parallel saliva with the addition of metabolite measurements for an improved marker for total cortisol production. By understanding your stress response, your naturopath can create a targeted plan to improve your adrenal health/ brain signalling and regulate stress response.
Cost: HK$2450
Measure your Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) for advanced insight into your stress response and adrenal function. While you may have “normal” free cortisol levels throughout the day, this doesn’t always mean everything is functioning properly. Your Hypothalamus Pituitary Adrenal axis (HPA) might not be appropriately responding when faced with a stressor. The DUTCH Plus® adds salivary measurements of CAR to the DUTCH Complete™ to bring another important piece of the HPA axis into focus.
A low or blunted CAR may be linked to an underactive HPA axis, excessive psychological burnout, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), sleep issues, trauma (PTSD), chronic fatigue, chronic pain and autoimmune diseases. An elevated Cortisol Awakening Response may be linked to over-reactive stress response from the HPA axis, excessive work or pressures, blood sugar dysregulation, pain upon waking, and depression.
Cost: HK$2650
Mapping your progesterone and oestrogen pattern throughout your menstrual cycle can provide comprehensive answers to questions around month-long symptoms, infertility, PCOS and migraines.
Over a month’s cycle, 25 urine samples are collected on cards. Nine targeted oestrogen and progesterone measurements are taken throughout the cycle to characterize the follicular, ovulatory and luteal phases.
This test is not needed for women who are postmenopausal, on birth control, or that have cycles that follow the expected pattern. It is suitable for women who have had a partial hysterectomy (no uterus, but ovaries are intact).
Cost: HK$4750
Test for gene variants known to impact how your oestrogen is metabolised with a buccal (cheek) swab. This test covers 11 genes involved in oestrogen biosynthesis, oestrogen metabolism, and phase I and phase II detoxification.
Oestrogen affects the function of a multiple target tissues. In fact, research shows an increased lifetime exposure to oestrogen is a strong risk factor in the development of breast cancer.
This test is highly recommended for men or women with a strong family history of breast, ovarian, colon or prostate cancer; women who suffer from oestrogen-dominant conditions; and women who are considering oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, bio-identical hormone supplementation or in vitro fertilisation (IVF).
By identifying the level of impact of any genetic variants on oestrogen metabolism, your IMI practitioner can recommend appropriate nutritional and lifestyle recommendations to support healthy oestrogen metabolism.
Cost: HK$2550
A complete evaluation of your thyroid gland function will help to diagnose thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer and Hashimoto’s disease.
Weight gain, dry skin, constipation, cold intolerance, puffy skin, hair loss, fatigue, and menstrual irregularity in women can be symptoms of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), while increased heart rate, anxiety, weight loss, sleep issues, hand tremors, weakness, light sensitivity, and puffy, irritated or dry eyes can signal hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
You can also evaluate Reverse triiodothyronine (rT3) - a form of thyroxine that blocks the normal healthy free T3.
Cost: HK$1380
Add Reverse Triiodothyronine rT3: $760
Determine whether your adrenal glands are working properly. High DHEA can indicate acute stress and can cause symptoms like no menstrual periods, a lot of body and facial hair, severe acne, hair loss and fertility problems. Low DHEA can indicate chronic stress and is linked to conditions like diabetes, dementia, low sex drive, osteoporosis and chronic fatigue syndrome.
As DHEA helps to make other hormones like estrogen in women and testosterone in men, it is considered an anti-ageing hormone and is often measured as part of an anti-ageing profile.
Cost: HK$450
Measure your cortisol production levels to determine if they are too high or too low. A low level of cortisol in the blood can be caused by problems that affect the adrenal glands directly, such as Addison’s disease. A high level of cortisol can be caused by conditions including hyperthyroidism, depression, recent surgeries or Cushing Syndrome.
Your test will be done twice in the same day – once in the morning, and again later in the afternoon. This is because your cortisol levels change a lot in the course of a day.
Cost: HK$330
Check for the three main hormone levels that rapidly change during menopause: Estradiol, FSH, LH.
Cost: HK$980
Includes Menopausal Profile 1, plus progesterone. This test indicates perimenopause, which can explain the presence of uncomfortable symptoms caused by low progesterone with normal estrogen.
Cost: HK$1350
DNA (gene-based health plans)
Determine your risk of developing certain chronic disease conditions by testing for specific gene variants.
The Nordic DNA test highlights specific metabolic pathways that may require extra support and indicates whether you may need to manage inflammation, oxidation or detoxification pathways. It provides an indication of the degree of susceptibility to carcinogens ingested in the diet, whether an individual is better able to reduce their cholesterol levels through diet (as opposed to through medication), and defines optimal requirements of key nutrients, minerals and vitamins for preventing genomic instability.
Detoxification and oxidative health risk methylation, lipids and cardiovascular health, and the risks of insulin and diabetes, osteoporosis, inflammation, and Alzheimer’s (APOE4) can also be explained on request.
Cost: HK$3250
Test for 15 genes that impact your metabolism, insulin sensitivity, satiety and feeding tendencies. The detailed results include personalised recommendations for dietary changes and an exercise programme based on your genetic make-up.
Cost: HK$2550
Examine various biological areas that impact your training responsiveness and sporting performance. These include soft tissue and bone formation and remodelling; inflammation; oxidative stress; oxygenation influenced by blood flow and respiration; energy and fuel production; and metabolism during exercise. You can use your knowledge of gene variations that influence your key biological areas to exploit genetic advantages and identify weaknesses that need support through appropriate diet and training strategies.
Cost: HK$2550
DNA Mind analyses genetic variants to assess your risk for a range of conditions.
From degenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s; mood disorders like bipolar, anxiety, depression and PTSD; and addictive tendencies to alcohol, nicotine, cannabis and the potential for psychosis as a result of use.
DNA Mind also analyses inflammation, methylation, neurotransmitter pathways, endocannabinoid pathways and more.
Cheek swab run by Nordic Labs.
Cost: HK$2550
Analyse variations on 18 genes that influence skin health and ageing: collagen formation, protection from SUN & UV exposure, inflammation, and protection from oxidative stress.
Cost: HK$2550
Test for gene variants that impact how your oestrogen is metabolised. The test report provides the level and effects of any identified genetic variants on oestrogen metabolism as well appropriate nutritional and lifestyle recommendations to support healthy oestrogen metabolism. This test is particularly beneficial for men or women with a strong family history of breast, ovarian, colon or prostate cancer; women who suffer from oestrogen-dominant conditions like endometriosis, premenstrual syndrome and uterine fibroid tumours, or are considering oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, or IVF.
Cost: HK$2550
This comprehensive test includes.
- Medcheck to study the relationship between your genes and your response to over 150 drugs
- DNA Health to test for specific gene variants to understand the impact on your metabolic and biological processes and determine your risk of developing certain chronic disease conditions
- DNA Sport to examine various biological areas that impact your training responsiveness and sporting performance
- DNA diet to test for 15 genes that impact your metabolism, insulin sensitivity, satiety and feeding tendencies
- DNA Oestrogen to determine gene variants that impact how your oestrogen is metabolised
Cost: HK$7550
In most cases, diseases or other problems do not have one single cause. They come from a combination of your genes, your lifestyle, and your environment. Epigenetics means ‘on top of’ genetics. It reveals which aspects of your choices and environment are directly impacting your health and putting you at risk of chronic illness.
Cost: HK$8500
Understand your health in detail and implement a personalized plan that holistically addresses your needs with IMI’s Diamond Package. These tests will provide a detailed analysis of your metabolism, potential nutritional imbalances, food intolerances and allergies, levels of pathogens, viruses, parasites and bacteria linked to gastrointestinal symptoms and disease, and your risk of developing certain chronic diseases.
The package include:
- IMI Blood Panel
- GI360 / GI MAP
- Great Plains Lab IgG
- Nordic Lab DNA Health
- Great Plains Lab OAT + Glyphosate
Cost: HK$18550