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.