DNA Nutrition Test
$249.00
Are you unsure about whether you are consuming all the necessary nutrients from your diet, or struggling to choose the appropriate supplement for your needs? You can take a DNA test to determine the best course of action. Find out:
- If your body absorbs, breaks down and uses vitamins and minerals properly
- The likelihood of experiencing nutritional deficiencies.
- Collection method: Buccal swabs
- Private and confidential online results
Description
Do you feel overwhelmed by the multitude of nutrition supplements available, or do you simply want to ensure that your dietary intake is balanced? Your genetic variation plays a key role in your body’s ability to absorb and utilize vitamins and minerals, which means there is no one-size-fits-all “wonder supplement” or “perfect diet” that works for everyone.
With just a simple mouth swab, we can analyze your DNA and provide you with tailored recommendations on how to improve your nutritional balance.
Description
Do you feel overwhelmed by the multitude of nutrition supplements available, or do you simply want to ensure that your dietary intake is balanced? Your genetic variation plays a key role in your body’s ability to absorb and utilize vitamins and minerals, which means there is no one-size-fits-all “wonder supplement” or “perfect diet” that works for everyone.
With just a simple mouth swab, we can analyze your DNA and provide you with tailored recommendations on how to improve your nutritional balance.
Our testing laboratory is AABB Accredited, ISO/IEC 17025 Certified and participates in the CAP proficiency testing program.
Technical Info
Numerous genetic variants impact the extent to which we absorb, activate, and utilize specific vitamins and minerals. By gaining insight into your genetic variation, you can personalize your nutritional planning to best suit your needs.
What’s tested?
Vitamin A:
BCO1 – affects activation of vitamin A
Vitamin B6:
NBPF3 – increases clearance of vitamin B6 from the body
Vitamin B12:
FUT2 – reduces absorption of vitamin B12 in the gut
Vitamin C:
SLC23A1 – decreases vitamin C absorption and distribution
Vitamin D :
CYP2R1 – reduces activation of vitamin D
GC – reduces efficiency of vitamin D transport and uptake
Vitamin E:
APOA5 – influences vitamin E levels
Folate:
MTHFD1 – linked to folate-related disorders
MTHFR – affects activation of folate
Iron:
TMPRSS6 – influences iron absorption from the diet
TF – influences iron transport
Omega-3:
NOS3 – influences triglyceride levels when omega-3 is low
