DIAGNOSTIC TESTS Ph: (03) 98884119 or 0439884144 At Nature Cures, Melbourne Naturopath Kathryn Arnel uses state of the art testing equipment, screening tools and functional pathololgy testing. These can pinpoint even slight imbalances in your biochemistry which can lead to suboptimal health, chronic illness and degenerative disease. 
ALLERGY TESTING An allergy is an over-reaction of the immune system, your body's natural defence system. True allergy occurs when your body releases IgE antibodies in response to a food or inhalant it mistakenly believes is harmful. These antibodies can be measured via a blood test in an IgE allergy test. More info on Allergy Testing...  BIOIMPEDANCE ANALYSIS Bioimpedance Analysis measures key biomarkers which can be used to chart the progression or the regression of ageing. Bioimpedance Analysis assesses these biomarkers and generates a living record of your key physiological and biological markers of ageing. More info... 
BLOOD GLUCOSE TEST Blood Glucose testing can determine whether or not your blood glucose levels are within the normal range. This test is especially indicated for people at high risk of developing diabetes, those with a family history of diabetes, those who are overweight, sedentary and more than 45 year of age. More info... 
BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING Blood pressure (BP) is one of the principal vital signs. Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases the risk of stroke, aneurysm, heart failure, heart attack and kidney damage. Clinical trials demonstrate that people who maintain arterial pressures at the low end of the normal pressure ranges have much better long term cardiovascular health. More info... 
BREATH TESTING Breath testing assesses the function of your small and large intestines. Breath testing can be used to detect the presence of food intolerances, malabsorption of food sugars and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. More info... 
CANDIDA TESTING Candida albicans is a small fungus that is present in our gastrointestinal and genital tracts. Candidiasis is an overgrowth of the Candida albicans fungus. Candidiasis can cause infection in the body and because of its many and varied symptoms is often misdiagnosed. More info... 
CHOLESTEROL TEST Although cholesterol is important and necessary for the body, high cholesterol levels especially elevated low-density Lipoproteins (LDL) is considered to be a contributing factor to plaque build-up in the arteries and impeded blood flow to the heart, brain, kidneys, genitals and extremities. More info... 
DNA PROFILINGDNA Profiling is the exciting future of health care! Understanding your own unique DNA profile is the single most powerful tool to enhancing your personal health, fitness, energy and vitality. Inherited genes cannot be changed, but we can change their effect on our health, vitality and ageing. More info... 
FOOD INTOLERANCE TEST Food Intolerance is the inability to completely break down food into absorbable particles in the small intestine. This is caused by a lack of digestive enzymes in the body or insufficient amounts of digestive enzymes. The unabsorbed food remains in the digestive system and causes symptoms associated with food intolerance. More info... 
FOOD SENSITIVITY TEST A food sensitivity is a delayed, negative reaction to a food, additive or chemical found in food. Food sensitivity reactions can occur from between 8 and 72 hours after consuming the offending food or additive, and are more difficult to pinpoint than food allergies. More info... 
GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT TESTINGThe health of the digestive system is crucial to the health and functioning of the whole body. Any chronic disruption to the smooth functioning of the digestive system can lead to compromised function and ill-health in the body. More info... 
HAIR MINERAL ANALYSIS Hair Mineral Analysis offers an accurate measurement of the concentration of minerals in the body. It can detect an excess or deficiency of vital nutrient minerals such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc and iron. Hair mineral analysis can also identify over-exposure to toxic metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium and aluminum. More info... 
HELICOBACTER PYLORI TEST Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori) are the most common bacteria to infect humans. They are found in the gastric mucosa (the mucous membrane lining of the stomach) and are also found in the mouth. H. Pylori bacteria can be transmitted orally through saliva. More info... 
HORMONE TESTING In both men and women hormones play an important role in maintaining health. Adequate hormone levels are necessary for optimal health and wellbeing. Hormone testing provides valuable information on your individual hormonal status and the potential impact this may have on your physical and emotional health. More info... 
INTESTINAL PERMEABILITY TEST This test is a precise and non-invasive method for assessing gastrointestinal mucosal integrity. The lining of the gut wall is subjected to a wide variety of insults from substances such as alcohol, caffeine, spices, medicines and environmental chemicals. The impact of chronic stress may also affect the permeability of the gut wall over time. More info... 
LIVER DETOXIFICATION PROFILE The Functional Liver Detoxification Profile provides valuable information about the liver’s detoxification capacity. The results provide information on the underlying causes of your symptoms and health conditions and assists in the direction of treatment. More info...  OSTEOPOROSIS RISK ASSESSMENT The Osteoporosis Risk Assessment is a urine test which measures the risk of osteoporosis by detecting the rate of bone breakdown well before significant changes are obvious on bone mineral density scans. Research indicates that elevated bone breakdown is the primary cause of age-related bone loss and low bone mass is the major cause of osteoporosis. More info... 
PESTICIDE EXPOSURE Excessive exposure to pesticides is linked to immune suppression and may play a role in nervous system conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. Many pesticides have also been implicated in the development of certain cancers such as prostate cancer and exposure may increase the risk of male infertility. More info... 
THYROID TEST The Thyroid hormone profile test measures the amount of thyroid hormones and is an indicator of thyroid activity and thyroid health. The results of the thyroid hormone profile test allow for corrective treatment plans that include the use of foods and supplements specific for enhancing thyroid status. More info... 
URINARY INDICANS TESTING The Urinary Indicans Test is an accurate, screening tool that measures the putrefaction of protein in the gastrointestinal tract by dysbiotic bacteria. A positive test result indicates gastrointestinal toxicity as a result of dysbiosis. More info... 
URINARY pH TEST The body’s acid-alkaline balance is essential for optimal health. Disruptions to the acid-alkaline balance can lead to ill-health and increase susceptibility to disease. The body’s pH must be regulated to maintain a stable internal environment that allows for proper functioning of its cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. More info... 
ZINC TALLY TEST Zinc Tally determines the need for zinc in the body. Zinc is an important trace mineral and activates over 200 different enzymes in the body. Virtually all cells in the body contain zinc. Numerous research studies have found that sub-optimal levels of zinc are very common at all ages, especially in the elderly. More info... These screening tools allow for the design of health care plans that are specific for your unique genetic profile, body type and health care needs. They also enable close monitoring of the efficacy of treatment and the progression of healing. | 
