Functional Testing
Functional testing is a powerful tool that helps uncover the root causes of your symptoms by looking at how your body is actually functioning, rather than just what symptoms are present. These tests can provide insight into gut health, metabolic function, hormone balance, nutrient status, and immune response — helping us create a personalised, evidence-based plan for you.
At InnerBloom Health, I use functional testing to support clients with:
Gut health assessments: microbiome analysis, digestion, inflammation, and food sensitivities
Hormone testing: reproductive hormones, thyroid, cortisol, and adrenal function
Metabolic and blood sugar testing: insulin resistance, nutrient deficiencies, and lipid profiles
Immune and inflammatory markers: food intolerances, chronic inflammation, and autoimmune risk
Functional testing allows us to see the underlying imbalances that might not show up in standard medical tests. By understanding your body on a deeper level, I can design targeted nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation plans that truly address your needs and improve your health outcomes.
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The Basic Hormone Profile from Doctor’s Data is a functional test designed to provide a clear snapshot of your key reproductive and adrenal hormones. This test helps identify imbalances that may be contributing to symptoms such as fatigue, irregular cycles, PMS, mood changes, sleep disturbances, or difficulty with weight management.
It measures hormones including:
Estrogen and Progesterone – important for menstrual cycle and reproductive health
Testosterone – supports energy, mood, and metabolic function
Cortisol – your stress hormone, which affects energy, sleep, and overall wellbeing
By analysing these hormones, we can understand how your endocrine system is functioning and create a personalised plan to support balance through nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and targeted supplementation. This test is particularly useful for women experiencing hormonal symptoms, fertility challenges, or metabolic concerns.
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The DUTCH Complete test from Precision Analytical is a comprehensive functional hormone test that provides a detailed picture of your hormone production, metabolism, and adrenal function. It is particularly useful for understanding complex hormonal symptoms, including fatigue, mood swings, sleep disturbances, PMS, menopause, and fertility challenges.
This test measures:
Reproductive hormones – estrogen, progesterone, testosterone
Adrenal hormones – cortisol and cortisone across the day, giving insight into your stress response
Hormone metabolites – how your body processes and eliminates hormones
Melatonin – your sleep hormone, which impacts rest and recovery
By examining hormone patterns and metabolism, the DUTCH Complete test helps identify imbalances that may be affecting energy, mood, sleep, and overall wellbeing. Using this information, we can create a personalised plan with nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and targeted supplementation to support hormone balance and long-term health.
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The DUTCH Cycle Mapping test from Precision Analytical is a detailed functional hormone test designed specifically for tracking hormonal patterns throughout your menstrual cycle. It provides valuable insight into reproductive health, fertility, and symptoms related to hormone fluctuations.
This test measures:
Key reproductive hormones – estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone
Hormone metabolites – how your body processes and clears hormones
Cycle-specific patterns – identifying imbalances that may contribute to PMS, irregular cycles, or fertility challenges
By mapping your hormones throughout the cycle, this test helps pinpoint timing and underlying causes of symptoms, allowing for a personalised plan to support:
Balanced cycles and hormonal health
Fertility and preconception preparation
Reduced PMS and menstrual-related discomfort
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The Organic Acids Test (OAT) from Mosaic Diagnostics is a comprehensive functional test that evaluates metabolic processes, nutrient status, and gut health by measuring organic acids in the urine. It helps identify imbalances that may be contributing to fatigue, digestive issues, mood changes, or chronic health concerns.
This test can provide insights into:
Gut health and dysbiosis – detecting bacterial or yeast overgrowth and imbalances
Nutrient deficiencies – including B vitamins, antioxidants, and amino acids
Detoxification pathways – identifying how well your body processes toxins
Metabolic function – including energy production and mitochondrial health
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The GI 360 test from Doctor’s Data is a comprehensive gut microbiome analysis that evaluates the balance of bacteria, yeasts, and parasites in your digestive system. It provides detailed insights into gut health, digestion, and inflammation, helping uncover the root causes of digestive and systemic symptoms.
This test can assess:
Gut bacteria balance – identifying beneficial and harmful species
Yeast and parasite overgrowth – detecting imbalances that may contribute to bloating, diarrhea, or constipation
Markers of inflammation and immune response – showing how the gut may be affecting overall health
Digestive function – including short-chain fatty acid production and nutrient absorption
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The GI360 Microbiome test from Doctor’s Data is an advanced gut health test that provides a comprehensive overview of your intestinal microbiome, helping uncover imbalances that may be contributing to digestive or systemic health issues.
This test evaluates:
Bacterial populations – identifying beneficial and potentially harmful bacteria
Yeast and fungal overgrowth – detecting imbalances that may cause bloating, discomfort, or irregular bowel habits
Parasites – screening for organisms that may affect digestion and nutrient absorption
Gut function and inflammation markers – including immune activation and short-chain fatty acid production
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The DNA Core test from DNA Life is a functional genetic test that provides insights into your unique genetic blueprint and how it may influence your health, metabolism, and lifestyle needs. Understanding your genetics can help identify predispositions to certain health conditions and optimise personalised wellness strategies.
This test can provide information on:
Metabolic tendencies – including how your body processes carbohydrates, fats, and protein
Nutrient requirements – identifying potential vitamin and mineral needs based on your genetics
Weight management – genetic factors that may affect appetite, energy use, and fat storage
Detoxification and antioxidant support – how efficiently your body clears toxins
Exercise and recovery potential – insights into how your body responds to different training styles
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The TruAge Complete test from TruDiagnostic is a functional test that measures biological age using epigenetic analysis, giving insight into how lifestyle, environment, and genetics are impacting your overall health and ageing process. Unlike chronological age, biological age reflects the true state of your body’s health at a cellular level.
This test can provide insights into:
Cellular ageing – showing how lifestyle, diet, stress, and environment may be affecting your long-term health
Inflammation and immune function – identifying markers that could influence ageing and wellbeing
Metabolic and cardiovascular risk – highlighting areas for intervention to support longevity
Lifestyle optimisation – informing personalised nutrition, exercise, and supplementation strategies
By understanding your biological age, we can create a personalised plan to slow ageing, improve energy, optimise metabolic and immune function, and support overall wellbeing — helping you age healthier, not just older.