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Comprehensive Neurotransmitter (FMV/Random) Profile comes with report
Urinary neurotransmitter levels provide an overall assessment of the body's ability to make and break down neurotransmitters and are representative of whole-body levels. Neurotransmitters are secreted all through the body, in neurons of both the central and peripheral nervous systems, as well as the gastrointestinal microbiome. The enzymes, cofactors and precursors in neurotransmitter metabolism in general are the same in the periphery and in the central nervous system. Therefore, abnormal levels of neurotransmitters in urine may provide important clinical information and may be associated with many symptoms including cognitive and mood concerns, diminished drive, fatigue and sleep difficulties, cravings, addictions and pain, and abnormal abundance and and diversity within the gastrointestinal microbiome.
Biomarker summary
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• Taurine
• Glycine
• Creatinine
• Serotonin
• Glutamate
• Histamine
• Tyramine
• Tryptamine
• Metanephrine
• Normetanephrine
• Dopamine, free
• Epinephrine, free
• Gamma-aminobutyrate
• Norepinephrine, free
• Phenethylamine (pea)
• Norepinephrine : epinephrine ratio
• 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic acid (dopac)
• 3-methoxytyramine (3-mt)
• 5-hydroxyindolacetic acid (5-hiaa)
• Catecholamine fractionation, free
• Metanephrine fractionation:
NeuroHormone Complete Profile (FMV/Random) comes with report
Urinary neurotransmitter levels provide an overall assessment of the body's ability to make and break down neurotransmitters and are representative of whole-body levels. Neurotransmitters are secreted all through the body, in neurons of both the central and peripheral nervous systems, as well as the gastrointestinal microbiome. The enzymes, cofactors and precursors in neurotransmitter metabolism in general are the same in the periphery and in the central nervous system. Therefore, abnormal levels of neurotransmitters in urine may provide important clinical information and may be associated with many symptoms including cognitive and mood concerns, diminished drive, fatigue and sleep difficulties, cravings, addictions and pain, and abnormal abundance and diversity within the gastrointestinal microbiome.
Biomarker summary
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• Cortisol Evening
• Cortisol Night
• Cortisol Noon
• Glycine
• Creatinine
• Progesterone
• Estradiol
• Testosterone
• Dhea
• Serotonin
• Tetrahydrodehydrocorticosterone
• Glutamate
• Histamine
• Catecholamine fractionation, free:
• Dopamine, free
• Epinephrine, free
• Gamma-aminobutyrate
• Norepinephrine, free
• Phenethylamine (pea)
• Norepinephrine : epinephrine ratio
NeuroAdrenal Profile (FMV/Random) comes with report
Urinary neurotransmitter levels provide an overall assessment of the body's ability to make and break down neurotransmitters and are representative of whole body levels. Neurotransmitters are secreted all through the body, in neurons of both the central and peripheral nervous systems, as well as the gastrointestinal microbiome. The enzymes, cofactors and precursors in neurotransmitter metabolism in general are the same in the periphery and in the central nervous system. Therefore abnormal levels of neurotransmitters in urine may provide important clinical information, and may be associated with many symptoms including cognitive and mood concerns, diminished drive, fatigue and sleep difficulties, cravings, addictions and pain, and abnormal abundance and diversity within the gastrointestinal microbiome. This profile provides a comprehensive view of HPA axis function. Included is a full diurnal cortisol pattern, DHEA, and 9 primary neurotransmitters (inhibitory and excitatory).
Biomarker summary
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• Cortisol Evening
• Cortisol Night
• Cortisol Noon
• Glycine
• Creatinine
• Dhea
• Serotonin
• Glutamate
• Histamine
• Catecholamine fractionation, free:
• Dopamine, free
• Epinephrine, free
• Gamma-aminobutyrate
• Norepinephrine, free
• Phenethylamine (pea)
• Norepinephrine : epinephrine ratio
NeuroBasic Profile (FMV/Random) comes with report
Urinary neurotransmitter levels provide an overall assessment of the body's ability to make and break down neurotransmitters and are representative of whole-body levels. Neurotransmitters are secreted all through the body, in neurons of both the central and peripheral nervous systems, as well as the gastrointestinal microbiome. The enzymes, cofactors and precursors in neurotransmitter metabolism in general are the same in the periphery and in the central nervous system. Therefore, abnormal levels of neurotransmitters in urine may provide important clinical information, and may be associated with many symptoms including cognitive and mood concerns, diminished drive, fatigue and sleep difficulties, cravings, addictions and pain, and abnormal abundance and diversity within the gastrointestinal microbiome.
Biomarker summary
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• Tyrosine
• Taurine
• Glycine
• Creatinine
• Serotonin
• Glutamate
• Histamine
• Tyramine
• Tryptamine
• Metanephrine
• Normetanephrine
• Dopamine, free
• Epinephrine, free
• Gamma-aminobutyrate
• Norepinephrine, free
• Phenethylamine (pea)
• Norepinephrine : epinephrine ratio
• Catecholamine fractionation, free
• Metanephrine fractionation:
Microbiomix – comes with report
While the gut microbiome's importance to overall health is well-established, new technologies are expanding our understanding. Microbiomix is a collaboration between Genova and Microba, a world leader in metagenomic analysis and interpretation. It provides whole genome sequencing to assess your patient’s complete gut biome as well as its potential function. This panel can complement the information provided on the GI Effect, as it may provide a clearer picture of treatable abnormalities that are not revealed by the GI Effect.
Estimated days for results: 30 days
A New Way to Assess the Microbiome
In the era of microbiome research, we are beginning to see that our gut microbiome has more control over our health than we ever knew. Until now, we have only seen the tip of the iceberg. The latest technology and ongoing research shows us that the microbiome is one of the most important health indicators.
Microbiomix offers metagenomic shotgun/ whole genome sequencing to assess your complete gut microbiome as well as its potential function. Metagenomics is considered the gold standard method to study the gut microbiota.
What Does Microbiomix Offer?
The Microbiomix platform detects bacteria, fungi, protists, and archaea amounting to over 28,000 species. Each person's microbiome contains over 200 species, all listed in the personalized report. Includes identification of species that may confer pathogenic potential, such as Bacteroides fragilis and the fragilysin toxin.
Microbiomix assesses gas producing organisms including methane-producers and hydrogen sulfide-producers. The Microbiomix platform identifies newly discovered species that may not be well known to science and can see how they may be contributing to overall health.
Many metabolites can be transported across the intestinal barrier and into the body's circulation. Microbial metabolites interact with our nervous system, immune, and metabolic functions to influence our overall health. Some of these metabolites promote good health while others promote inflammation and disease.
Shannon Diversity Index
This metric is well-represented in the literature and is used to assess overall microbiome health. A diverse microbiome is ideal and is associated with greater health.
Specific, actionable recommendations
Tailored recommendations improve microbiome health which can influence overall health. Easy-to-understand descriptions on how to modify microbiome potential with diet
When would I consider ordering Microbiomix?
Gut microbiome research has revealed the impact the gut has on every system in the body. The metabolites produced by the microbiome are bioactive and influence human health. Microbiomix offers a broader look at the microbiome's ability to produce these metabolites and therefore potentially prevent future chronic disease and promote optimal health. Often order stool testing to assess GI symptoms such as: Diarrhea Constipation Gas Bloating Abdominal discomfort Indigestion
Additionally, since it is becoming recognized that the gut microbiome influences overall health, clinicians are beginning to look to the gut for numerous other health conditions including: Allergies/asthma Cardiovascular disease Mood disorders (i.e., depression) Autoimmune disease Metabolic diseases (i.e., insulin resistance, diabetes) Nutritional deficiencies
Genova performs a complete analysis of a patient's microbiome to deliver the highest quality information. Metagenomics assesses DNA, whereas metatranscriptomics assesses RNA. DNA is more stable to assess. RNA provides a snapshot in time and may not be indicative of the long-term microbiome status.