SpectraCells MicroNutrient Testing | SpectraCell Laboratories

SpectraCell’s MicroNutrient Testing

SKU SPECT001

Brand SpectraCell Laboratories

Size Test Kit

Supplier SPECT

MPN SPECT001

Our Price: $380.00

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MicroNutrient Testing for Nutritional Deficiencies SpectraCell’s MicroNutrient testing is an innovative assessment of a patient’s nutritional status. Over 31 vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants are evaluated. Nutritional Status & Health Implications in Common Chronic Conditions Background Overwhelming scientific evidence confirms that vitamin deficiencies are associated with disease processes and the overall condition of one’s health. Vitamin, mineral and antioxidant deficiencies have been shown to suppress immune function and contribute to chronic degenerative processes such as arthritis, cancer, Alzheimer’s, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. This body of research has been reaffirmed by the Journal of the American Medical Association (June 19, 2002-Vol 287, No 23). MicroNutrient Testing from SpectraCell Laboratories SpectraCell Laboratories, Inc. is a CLIA accredited clinical laboratory that specializes in a MicroNutrient Test. This patented process resulted from 18 years of research at the University of Texas. The MicroNutrient Test measures how micronutrients are actually functioning within your patients’ white blood cells. These tests allow nutritional assessment of your patients for a broad variety of clinical conditions including arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular risk, diabetes, various immunological disorders, metabolic disorders and micronutrient deficiencies. Also offered by SpectraCell is a specialized profile of homocysteine, lipids and proteins to assess cardiovascular risk. SpectraCell’s Tests Are More Advanced Than other Laboratory Tests Before the introduction of the our tests, many diagnosis and risk assessments were based on clinical observation and measurements of static levels of certain nutrients in serum. Static serum levels are not always representative indicators for assessing cell metabolism and utilization. SpectraCell’s MicroNutrient Test offers a unique means to scientifically assess the intracellular requirements of micronutrients that play an important role in overall health and wellness of your patients. Our tests measure the biochemical function of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants, providing a powerful clinical assessment tool for your practice. Our panels are designed to provide you with the most comprehensive nutritional analysis available. As the only lab that can offer a truly functional intracellular testing, SpectraCell also provides you with targeted nutrient repletion recommendations for those vitamins and minerals found to be deficient. SpectraCell’s Patented Technology SpectraCell’s patented, chemically-defined control media contains the minimal amount of each essential micronutrient that is needed to support optimal lymphocyte growth or mitogenic response. The functional intracellular status of micronutrients involved in cell metabolism is evaluated by manipulation of the individual micronutrients in the media followed by mitogenic stimulation and measurement of DNA synthesis. The same technology also provides a total antioxidant function test (SPECTROX™) which assesses the ability of cells to resist damage caused by free radicals and other forms of oxidative stress. Due to the considerable number of cellular antioxidants with extensive interactions, redundancies, repair and recharging capabilities, measuring total function is the most accurate and clinically useful way to assess your patients’ capacity to resist oxidative damage. Since lymphocytes are produced in the bone marrow and stored in the peripheral locations for long periods of time (the average life span of a lymphocyte is approximately four to six months), SpectraCell’s measurements provide a powerful portrait of each patients’ long-term nutrient status. This is analogous to the use of a glycosylated hemoglobin test to evaluate blood glucose levels over a one to three month period. Interpreting Test Results SpectraCell provides easy-to-read test reports for the clinician and the patient. We’ve incorporated numerical and graphic representations for each result, and we offer repletion suggestions based on each patient’s deficiencies. We’ve included easy-to-understand supplement information that explains the role of each nutrient found deficient, deficiency symptoms, how to obtain that nutrient in food and toxicity and RDI standards for adults. Tests For VITAMINS Vitamin A Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B6 Vitamin B12 Biotin Folate Pantothenate Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin K MINERALS Calcium Magnesium Zinc Copper Amino Acids Asparagine Glutamine Serine Antioxidants Alpha Lipoic Acid Coenzyme Q10 Cysteine Glutathione Selenium Vitamin E Spectrox™ FOR Total Antioxidant Function Carbohydrate Metabolism Chromium Fructose Sensitivity Glucose-Insulin Metabolism Fatty Acids Oleic Acid Metabolites Choline Inositol Carnitine

MicroNutrient Testing Collection/Packaging Instructions:
Test Kit Test Kit and Free Mailer

Note
Generally it is not recommended that you self-treat. Self diagnosis and treatment often produces poor results. If you have a significant health concern a consultation is prudent.

Consultations with Dr. Forrest are available by appointment and are highly recommended. You may schedule an in office or phone visit by contacting us.

Consultation Fee schedule

Instructions for the Lab

**FASTING IS NOT REQUIRED**

Collect two 8-ml blue/black speckled-top CPT tubes of blood using a 21 gauge needle.
Gently invert 5 times to mix the blood thoroughly with the anticoagulant.
DO NOT SPIN, REFRIGERATE or FREEZE the specimen.
Label tube with patient name and date and affix sticker from requisition.
Tubes and absorbent pad are placed back into clear plastic box.
The clear plastic box is put into the biohazard bag and sealed. The completed requisition is put into the outside pocket.
The biohazard bag is then placed into the cardboard box.
Insert the box into the supplied Lab Pack envelope, seal tightly and affix the FedEx expanded billable stamp to the indicated spot. (Up to 4 boxes may be placed in one Lab Pack envelope.)
Complete the "Shipper" portion of the stamp.

***IMPORTANT NOTE: If a patient has leukemia, HIV/AIDS, Auto-Immune Condition or is known or suspected to have a low white blood cell count, please collect 3 CPT tubes of whole blood. A low white cell count can result in too few viable cells available for culture and testing***

MicroNutrient Testing Shipping Instructions:

DO NOT PLACE THE SHIPMENT IN A DROP BOX
DO NOT USE THE AUTOMATED SYSTEM WHEN CALLING FOR A PICK UP. SPEAK WITH A CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE.
It is very important to receive the specimens the day after collection
Call FedEx for courier pickup ASAP at 800-463-3339, but no later than 3:00PM Monday - Friday
Give your address as the pickup location
THE LABORATORY IS OPEN ON SATURDAYS TO RECEIVE SPECIMENS COLLECTED ON FRIDAYS

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