Benzoic Acid

Benzoic Acid

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Benzoic Acid

Benzoic acid is an organic compound found in food and beverages as a preservative. It is also created as a byproduct of intestinal bacterial overgrowth in the body.

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Metabolomix+ by Genova Diagnostics

Urine

The Metabolomix+ combines a variety of tests to analyze key nutritional biomarkers, including organic acids, amino acids, and oxidative stress markers. This test cannot be ordered for patients under two years of age.

NutrEval® Plasma by Genova Diagnostics

Whole Blood

Urine

Serum

Plasma

The NutrEval® Plasma evaluates a variety of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and other biomarkers to determine nutritional deficiencies and imbalances. This test cannot be ordered for patients under 2 years of age.

NutrEval® FMV by Genova Diagnostics

Whole Blood

Urine

Serum

The NutrEval® FMV evaluates a variety of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and other biomarkers to determine nutritional deficiencies and imbalances. This test cannot be ordered for patients under two years of age.

FIT 176 + Gut Barrier Panel by KBMO Diagnostics

Blood Spot

The FIT 176 test evaluates sensitivities to 176 foods and additives by measuring IgG antibodies and immune complexes. It now includes the Gut Barrier Panel, with markers such as IgG 1-4/C3d and IgA 1-2. This version of the test is conducted using a blood spot sample, but it is also available as a serum test.

Organix® by Genova Diagnostics

Urine

The Organix® (formerly the Organic Acids Test/Metabolic Analysis Profile) assesses important metabolic pathways and provides insights into nutrient status, organic acids, and the body's cellular metabolic process. It is designed to help practitioners identify the root causes of dysfunction and provide a systems-based approach to help patients overcome chronic conditions. This test cannot be ordered for patients under two years of age.

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