This test requires a blood draw, so please ensure you can refer to a phlebotomist in the clients area before you order this test.

(Nordic Laboratories accepts no cost or claims related to any phlebotomy services in the event of sample rejection or failure for any reason. By ordering this, or any test requiring phlebotomy services, you accept any inherent risk and any associated costs.)

Note: Testrapport has been updated. A new sample test rapport has been uploaded. 

The ION (Individual Optimal Nutrition) Profile is a combination of nutritional analyses that measure levels of organic acids, fatty acids, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Indications

• Anxiety

• Cardiovascular Risk

• Chronic Pain

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

• Depression

• Digestive Complaints

• Fatigue

• Health and Sports Fitness Optimization

• Heart Disease

• Multiple Chemical Sensitivities

• Inflammatory Conditions

• Migraine

• Mood Disorders

• Weight Issues/Dietary Guidance

Overview

Imbalanced or insufficient nutrients affect a wide range of body functions, producing symptoms that negatively affect the quality of life and may play a causative role in chronic conditions. A structured broad-based nutritional analysis “such as an ION Profile” to evaluate underlying nutrient imbalances, provides clinical utility by supporting insight into the development of personalized treatments. An improved nutritional status can often enhance other therapies and help speed the resolution of complex chronic conditions. This test is also ideal for establishing a baseline assessment ahead of clinical intervention with nutraceuticals as well as subsequent monitoring as needed.

The complete ION profiles include:

• 40 Amino Acids

• Homocysteine

• Nutrient & Toxic Elements

• Coenzyme Q10 Plus Vitamins Profile

• Cardio Metabolic Markers

• DNA/Oxidative Stress Markers

• Vitamin D Profile

• Fatty Acids Profile

• Organic Acid Markers

The innovative ION test report is designed for facilitated interpretation and enhanced clinical utility:

• Colorimetric quintile results reporting – allows clinicians to quickly see where patient results fall in relation to the tested population, while color coding provides indications for potential areas of concern.

• Analyte Pattern Analysis – organizes analyte results into categories associated with clinical/metabolic conditions; patterns of abnormalities can reinforce degree of significance indicated by a single measurement.

• Supplement Recommendation Summary – personalized recommendations based on test results that may help to normalize nutrient-dependent metabolic functions.

Practical

This test requires a blood draw, so please ensure you can refer to a phlebotomist in the clients area before you order this test.

(Nordic Laboratories accepts no cost or claims related to any phlebotomy services in the event of sample rejection or failure for any reason. By ordering this, or any test requiring phlebotomy services, you accept any inherent risk and any associated costs.)

Specimen requirements:

Serum; Plasma; Whole Blood and Urine

Phlebotomy and centrifuge required; It is the ordering practitioners responsibility to ensure services are available to your patient.

Average processing time:

21 ±5 days

Research