Food Sensitivity and Gut Imbalance - DBS (OAT/IgG Food MAP)

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Turnaround Time: 1 - 2 weeks
CPT Code: Do not discontinue any medications or supplements without first consulting your healthcare practitioner.
Test Type: Kit Based, Urine + DBS
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Reference Range:

Avoid the following foods for 48 hours prior to collecting your specimen as they may interfere with the test outcome: Apples, apple juice and products, Grapes, grape juice and products (including raisins) , Pears, pear juice and products, Cranberries, cranberry juice and products, Reishi Mushrooms, Echinacea, Arabinogalactan, or Ribose Supplements. mportant:

Overview:

MosaicDX?s Food Sensitivities and Gut Imbalance Panel combines the Organic Acids Test (OAT) with the IgG Food MAP + Candida and Yeast providing comprehensive insights into your health. By identifying specific food sensitivities and understanding your metabolic profile, healthcare practitioners can tailor personalized interventions and dietary recommendations to your needs. This powerful combination offers valuable insights into gut microbial balance and addresses potential irritants that can lead to poor nutrient absorption. Why Test? MosaicDX?s Food Sensitivities and Gut Imbalance Panel combines the Organic Acids Test and IgG Food MAP to guide personalized diets with proven clinical impact, supporting gut health across various symptoms and conditions. Many individuals unknowingly consume foods triggering adverse effects, with symptoms appearing hours or days later. Identifying and addressing these sensitivities is crucial, as they often contribute to chronic health issues and unexplained symptoms. Evaluates sensitivities to 190 foods + Candida and Yeast, herbs, and spices common in Western, Asian, and Mediterranean diets. Comprehensive view of 76 key markers tied to gut health, neurotransmitters, energy production, nutritional status, detoxification capability, and beyond. Convenient, at-home sampling for everyone procedures. Utilizes cutting-edge technology to deliver highly specific and accurate test results. Why Is Food Sensitivity Testing Important? Food sensitivities trigger inflammatory responses, contributing to chronic health issues and unexplained symptoms like digestive issues, fatigue and skin issues. Testing provides a straightforward and effective method to pinpoint offending foods. Identifying and addressing these sensitivities is critical for healing and relieving ongoing symptoms. Why Is Gut Health Important? Food sensitivities can impact digestive health by disrupting gut microbiota balance and nutrient absorption. Assessing organic acids, byproducts of your body?s natural processes, reveals insights into the impact of food sensitivities on gut health, crucial for overall well-being.

Collection Details:

Patient Preparation:

OAT Profile: Wait 48 hour after completing a course of antibiotics before collection. Avoid the following foods for 48 hours prior to collecting your specimen as they may interfere with the test outcome: Apples, apple juice and products, Grapes, grape juice and products (including raisins) , Pears, pear juice and products, Cranberries, cranberry juice and products, Reishi Mushrooms, Echinacea, Arabinogalactan, or Ribose Supplements. mportant: Do not discontinue any medications or supplements without first consulting your healthcare practitioner.

Collection Instructions:

OAT - Preparing For Your Test ? Plan now to collect your sample first thing in the morning, and early in the week. For US collections, collect your ?first morning sample? on a Monday-Thursday morning. Outside the US, the sample should be collected on Monday or Tuesday to allow extra time for shipping. ? Collect your first urine specimen in the morning before eating or drinking. This is the most concentrated collection. ? Avoid contamination of samples with blood or while menstruating as this may interfere with test results. Wait until the following week. ? Place the Collection Cup and these instructions in the bathroom where you plan to collect the samples in the morning. Set the rest of the contents aside. ? Place the ice pack flat in your freezer, so it will be ready to ship with your specimen. ? Pediatric collection bags are available upon request for children not potty trained to aid with collection. Collection Day Instructions: ?Look at the volume markings on the side of the collection cup. You will need a minimum of 10 mL for each test on the order. ?Verify how many tests have been ordered, so you know how much sample to collect. ?Collect your first morning urine sample in the provided collection cup. DO NOT eat or drink prior to collecting your sample. Please collect at least the minimum amount of urine required for the number. of tests on your order. Collecting more than the minimum is recommended, but not required. Pour off anything above 50 mL indicator line to prevent leaking once frozen. ?Locate and complete the barcode sheet in your test kit. Place one barcode sticker on each collection sample. Be sure that the information is legible and includes the collection date, time, and that the name matches what was provided on the test order. After You Collect: ? Fill any other vials that have been included for other urine tests. Follow the instructions in those test kits for collections.? Place the lid on the collection cup and seal tightly. ? Ensure each sample has the completed barcode sticker. ? Place the collection cup in your freezer for at least four hours or until frozen (30 days maximum). Check the box on the barcode label to indicate that the sample has been frozen. ? Ensure all samples are labeled. Unlabeled samples will be rejected. Packaging the shipment: ?Retrieve the packaging material you set aside. Locate the clear biohazard zip-lock bag, silver thermo bag, and absorbent packing sheet. ?Remove the frozen collection cup, frozen ice pack, and any vials for other urine tests from the freezer and check caps for tightness. ?Place all frozen specimens and absorbent packing sheet in the biohazard zip-lock bag and seal. ?Place the sealed biohazard zip-lock bag into the silver thermo bag along with the frozen ice pack. ?Place the filled silver thermo bag into the box. If using the Test Requisition Form, also place in box. Close the lid. Locate the shipping instruction card included in your test kit for details on how to ship your collection(s) IgG Food MAP with Candida + Yeast - DBS: preparing for your test Preparing For Your Test ? Drink lots of water. It is important that you are well hydrated. We recommend drinking two or more 8 oz glasses of water, starting a few hours prior to collection. ? Locate the barcode sheet in your test kit. Place one barcode sticker to each collection sample. Be sure that the information is legible and includes the collection date, time, and that the name matches what was provided on the test order. ? Decide which finger you want to use. In general, we recommend using your non-dominant hand to keep your dominant hand free for collecting the sample. ? If you take a blood thinner or medication for a bleeding disorder, check with your prescribing physician to see if it is okay to complete this test. Commonly prescribed blood thinners include Coumadin, Plavix, Effient, Brilinta, Pradaxa, Eliquis, Xarelto, and daily aspirin. ? Locate the following items in your collection kit, including the DBS collection card, lancets, sterile gauze pad, antiseptic wipe and bandage. ? Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least two minutes. Massaging your finger while washing can help increase blood flow. ? Open one Lancet by twisting off the small tab and pulling the top straight up. Wipe selected finger with antiseptic wipe and set aside. ? Push your finger down against a clean, hard surface and press lancet to puncture finger. Using side of fingertip may cause less discomfort ? Wipe off the first drop of blood with the Antiseptic Wipe to sterilize the site. ? Squeeze your finger as needed to create a full blood drop. Massaging the entire length of your finger can help increase blood flow. ? Fill each circle on the collection card by allowing blood to drop from your finger on to the card. More than one drop may be required to fill some circles. Be careful not to touch the card with the lanced finger. ? Use a second Lancet if necessary to initiate more blood flow. Lancets are only able to be used one time. Once spots have dried, do not place additional drops on the same circle. If necessary, use a second lancet on a different finger to initiate more blood flow. ? Dispose of used Lancet(s) in your regular trash. The needle retracts after use, so they are no longer hazardous. Do not return the Lancet with your sample ? When the collection is complete, wipe your finger with the Sterile Gauze Pad and apply the bandage. If the finger continues to bleed, hold your hand above shoulder height for one minute or until bleeding stops. Allow spot card to dry Now that you?ve completed the blood spot collection, please follow these steps to allow the blood spots to dry before shipping. ? Avoid touching or smearing blood spots while handling. ? Bend the card on the dotted line to make a little tent so that both sides of the collect site are exposed to air. ? Set in a quiet place away from pets, dust, cooking, make-up, or other potential contaminants. ? Allow at least 3 hours for the sample to dry before shipping. ? Keep away from sunlight or heat sources which may affect the quality of the sample. ? Do not stack the Collection Card or allow it to touch other surfaces while drying. Preparing sample to ship ?Ensure the barcode label on the collection card has been completed and matches the test order (or Test Requisition Form). ?Place your Collection Card in the Clear biohazard zip-lock bag, insert the desiccant pack, and seal the bag. ?Place the zip-lock bag into the Purple Bubble Mailer or Shipping Laboratory Pak. If you did not register online, include the paper Test Requisition Form. ?Locate the shipping instruction card included in your test kit for details on how to ship your collection(s).