Lab Services
Through targeted lab testing that you can do in the privacy of your own home, we are able to assess how each body system is working and design an individualized protocol to rebalance your body.
We offer various testing through Rupa Health, including stool analysis, nutritional testing, food sensitivity testing, hormonal testing, and routine bloodwork, among others. Most labs provide the option to pay using Credit, Debit, HSA, FSA, or flexible payment plans.
Descriptions of some of the most common tests we run are provided below.
You can now purchase wellness evaluations without an appointment as an educational resource (lab interpretation not included).
Organic Acids
The Organix Comprehensive Profile is a nutritional test providing insights into organic acids and a view into the body's cellular metabolic processes. Identifying metabolic blocks or problems with detoxification, gut dysbiosis, or oxidative stress that can be treated nutritionally allows for individual tailoring of interventions. The metabolic block may be due to a nutrient deficiency, an inherited enzyme deficit, toxic build-up or drug effect. Several of the biomarkers are markers of intestinal bacterial or yeast overgrowth. Targeted treatment can help maximize patient responses and lead to improved patient outcomes.
Stool Analysis
Overwhelmingly, research indicates that gut health impacts overall health. The gut microbiome, in particular, plays a critical role in mediating the effects of diet and other factors on health, including digestive, immune, metabolic and neuroendocrine functions. Assessing GI health with the proper tools can help practitioners get to the root cause of chronic illness.The GI-MAP (Microbial Assay Plus) is unique in the field of comprehensive stool testing. It relies exclusively on quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology to detect parasites, bacteria, fungi, and more, by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested.
Stress Response
The Adrenocortex Stress Profile (ASP) provides an assessment of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis using carefully timed salivary samples of the hormones cortisol and DHEA. Salivary testing is an easy, non-invasive option to measure unbound, biologically active parent hormone levels. Four salivary samples measured throughout the day to give insight into the natural circadian diurnal cortisol rhythm, and help clinicians address specific daily stressors.
Hormone Analysis
The DUTCH Complete is the most advanced hormone test, offering an extensive profile of sex and adrenal hormones and melatonin, along with their metabolites, to identify symptoms of hormonal imbalances. Easily collected in the comfort of your own home, samples are then sent to our lab to be processed. The DUTCH Complete is the most accurate test, providing a complete assessment of hormonal health.
Nutritional Analysis
The ION® (Individual Optimal Nutrition) Profile with 40 Amino Acids nutritional analysis can help identify nutrient deficiencies that may be a root cause of complex chronic conditions. The ION with 40 Amino Acids is ideal for establishing a baseline assessment ahead of clinical intervention with nutraceuticals as well as subsequent monitoring as needed. *Blood draw required.
Food Sensitivity Testing
The Cyrex Labs Array 10 is used to evaluate immune reactions to foods, raw and/or modified, food enzymes, lectins and food additives, including meat glue, artificial colorings and gums. Provides early detection of dietary-related triggers of autoimmune reactivity and monitors the effectiveness of customized dietary protocols in patients. *Blood draw required.
