Testing Options at HHC
At Harmony Health Clinic, we believe that understanding the root cause of your health concerns is the key to true healing. Naturopathic testing plays a vital role in helping us uncover imbalances, deficiencies, sensitivities, and deeper underlying issues that may not always be visible through symptoms alone. By using a range of functional and diagnostic tests, we can gain valuable insight into your body’s unique needs — allowing Dr. Wendy to create a targeted, effective treatment plan that supports your long-term health and well-being.
Below you’ll find information on the various tests available through the clinic. These tests are not available to order online and must be requested through the clinic directly. If you have questions or would like to explore whether a specific test is right for you, please contact our team — we’re happy to help!
PLEASE NOTE:
Once your test results are received, they will be uploaded to your chart and you will receive a phone call from the clinic to schedule a follow-up consultation.
***We will not send results via email until your follow-up appointment is booked.
📧 After your appointment is scheduled, we’ll email your results to both you and your ND. (Please remember to check your junk folder, just in case!)
Why the follow-up matters:
It’s the responsibility of your Naturopathic Doctor to not only review your test results but also to interpret them in the context of your symptoms, health history, and goals. This is where real healing starts — understanding the data and making an actionable plan. Skipping this step can lead to misunderstandings or missed opportunities for care.
This updated process helps us ensure no results are missed, communication is clear, and you receive the proper support to understand and act on your results. Thank you for your understanding!
Please feel free to call Harmony Health Clinic at 306-224-0012 to request consult prices prior to purchasing a test (if preferred).*
Information provided by the testing laboratories does not constitute medical advice; but is for educational purposes only.
Heavy Metals Testing:
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Heavy metals can accumulate in the body and disrupt the balance of essential nutrients, and become toxic to organ systems. While certain elements are vital for proper body function, others such as mercury, lead, cadmium, aluminum, and arsenic are toxic to the human body and interfere with its functioning. These toxic metals have no known physiological functions and can cause harm to organ systems.
Heavy metals can accumulate within the body after exposure, attaching to your cells preventing them from performing their functions, causing symptoms that could be life threatening without treatment. Sign and symptoms vary for each type of metal and range in severity based on an individual’s exposure, symptoms could include:
General:Urine element analysis has long been employed to assess exposure to potentially harmful elements and the excretion of essential nutrients. Moreover, the comparison of urine element levels before and after chelation therapy can provide an estimation of the net retention of toxic elements. Follow-up urine element testing after chelation therapy can be used to monitor the effectiveness of metal detoxification treatment. The results of the analysis can be presented as 24-hour excretion levels or normalized by creatinine concentration to account for variations in urine dilution. Why choose urine?Toxic metals can accumulate in the body over time, leading to adverse health effects and chronic disease. Therefore, it is essential to evaluate the accumulation of toxic metals objectively. The analysis of urine element concentrations before and after administration of a metal detoxification agent can help estimate net retention of potentially toxic elements. The goal is to determine whether an individual’s net retention of metals exceeds physiological tolerance, as toxicity occurs when the rate of assimilation exceeds the rate of excretion. Pharmaceutical metal detoxification agents like EDTA, DMSA or DMPS can sequester “hidden” metals from deep tissue stores and mobilize them to the kidneys for excretion in the urine. However, different compounds have different affinities for specific metals. To evaluate net retention, it’s important to perform both pre- and post-provocation urinalysis to distinguish between ongoing exposures to metals and net bodily retention. It’s also useful to analyze essential element levels in urine to evaluate nutritional status and the efficacy of mineral supplementation during metal detoxification therapy. However, metal detoxification agents can increase the excretion of specific nutrient elements such as zinc, copper, manganese and molybdenum. Additionally, urinary wasting of essential elements such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, and sodium in an unprovoked urine specimen can indicate early renal dysfunction. Since urine volume can vary significantly, urine elements are usually expressed per unit creatinine for timed collections to compensate for urine dilution variation. For 24-hour collections, elements are reported as both units per 24 hours and units per creatinine. For more information on this test, please visit: https://www.doctorsdata.com/Toxic-and-Essential-Elements 
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DUTCH (Complete Hormone Test) |
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The DUTCH Complete is our flagship test and takes hormone testing to a whole new level. This test looks at sex hormones and their metabolites, the overall diurnal pattern of free cortisol, and the total distribution of cortisol metabolites in addition to OATs, which provide insight into nutritional deficiencies, oxidative stress, gut dysbiosis, melatonin, neuroinflammation, and more. Healthcare providers can use this valuable tool to optimize hormone health and address hormone-related symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, and mood swings. Easier Collection: Patients collect just four or five dried urine samples over a 24-hour period. Dried samples are stable for several weeks making them convenient to ship worldwide. Comprehensive Report: DUTCH offers the most extensive profile of sex and adrenal hormones along with their metabolites. Our comprehensive report gives providers actionable results so they can develop more effective treatment plans. Backed by Research: We pride ourselves in relentlessly pursuing the most accurate and precise techniques available for testing. Click here to see our latest published research to support the analytical and clinical validation of this powerful new testing model. Effective HRT Monitoring: Our testing methodology allows us to effectively monitor for most forms of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. When is the DUTCH Complete™ recommended?This test is recommended when you are looking for information about:
For more information on this test you can visit: https://dutchtest.com/info-dutch-complete/
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DUTCH PLUS |
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The DUTCH Plus includes everything in the DUTCH Complete test and adds an additional layer of analysis by measuring Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR). This involves measuring cortisol levels right after waking, which offers insights into how the body responds to stress, especially during the early morning hours.
The DUTCH Plus provides a more detailed picture of adrenal function and how the body reacts to stress throughout the day, making it especially useful for those with stress-related issues or suspected HPA axis dysfunction. The test also offers further insight by including organic acid testing, which evaluates potential nutritional deficiencies, oxidative stress, gut dysbiosis, melatonin levels, and neuroinflammation. When is the DUTCH Plus™ recommended?In addition to everything offered in the DUTCH Complete, the DUTCH Plus provides the Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR). This can help address adrenal-related symptoms such as:
For more information on this test, please visit: https://dutchtest.com/dutch-plus
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DUTCH CYCLE MAPPING |
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For some women, testing reproductive hormones like progesterone and estrogen on a single day can provide sufficient information. However, to receive a complete and accurate picture, it’s often necessary to map hormone levels throughout the entire menstrual cycle.
Typically, hormone levels follow a pattern: Estrogen is low at the start of the cycle, rises around ovulation, and then decreases in the luteal phase, otherwise known as the latter part of the cycle. Progesterone remains low until after ovulation, when it ideally increases significantly (>10-fold) and then decreases during the luteal phase. The DUTCH Cycle Mapping test helps comprehensively diagnose and address many underlying problems. *This test is not intended for women on hormonal birth control. When is the DUTCH Cycle Mapping™ recommended?The DUTCH Cycle Mapping test is recommended for:
You do not need a DUTCH Cycle Mapping test if you are postmenopausal, on birth control, or experience menstrual cycles that follow the expected pattern. For more information on this test, please visit: https://dutchtest.com/dutch-cycle-mapping
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DUTCH Cycle Mapping PLUS |
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The DUTCH Cycle Mapping PLUS offers a detailed view of estrogen and progesterone throughout the menstrual cycle, along with comprehensive analysis of hormone metabolites and the cortisol awakening response (CAR).
This test is ideal for women experiencing ongoing symptoms like migraines, fertility issues, or PCOS. By including CAR, which measures the immediate rise in cortisol after waking, the panel provides a complete picture of hormone fluctuations, stress response, and overall resilience to stress. *This test is not intended for women on hormonal birth control. When is the DUTCH Cycle Mapping™ Plus recommended?DUTCH Cycle Mapping Plus gives more detailed information about sex and adrenal hormone production, metabolism, and adrenal function. The DUTCH Cycle Mapping Plus test is recommended for:
For more information on this test, please visit: https://dutchtest.com/dutch-cycle-mapping-plus
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SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) |
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SIBO occurs when bacteria enter your normally sterile small intestine and begin to colonize. Studies have indicated that potentially up to 80% of patients with IBS may in fact have SIBO. Common symptoms and reasons to test for SIBO include: nausea, flatulence, diarrhea, constipation, malnutrition, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD), Leaky Gut Syndrome, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Acid Reflux, Rosacea, Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), Fibromyalgia, Gastroeseophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Celiac Disease & Diverticulitis How testing works:There are many testing methods for looking at bacteria in the gut. The most common are: Endoscopy with culture, Breath test, Stool analysis and Organic Acid testing. This table shows the pros and cons of each of the testing methods. Hydrogen and Methane breath tests are used to help clinicians assess patients with various digestive disorders and is most beneficial for diagnosing SIBO. For more information on this test, please visit: https://sibo.ca/faq/
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OAT Urine TestOrganic Acids Test |
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Organic acids are products of the body’s metabolic pathways. Evaluation of these downstream metabolites from various metabolic pathways provides insight into important areas related to gut health, mitochondrial dysfunction, neurotransmitter status, indicators of detoxification and macronutrient breakdown and nutritional status. This makes organic acid testing a valuable tool to assess the functional need for essential nutrients, diet modification, antioxidant protection, detoxification, and other therapies. The Organic Acids Test (OAT) provides a comprehensive nutritional and metabolic snapshot of an individual’s overall health. The OAT measures 76 organic acids from one easy to collect urine sample. What Patients Might Benefit from the OAT?The OAT provides useful information about how well an individual’s metabolic pathways are functioning. Revealed imbalances may provide guidance around the underlying contributors to both symptoms and disease states – with improvement of associated symptoms and overall health when clinically addressed. Symptoms and diseases associated with nutritional deficiencies and other metabolic imbalances:
The Organic Acids Test (OAT) is a simple and efficient way to assess a number of metabolic pathways providing insight into imbalances and nutrient needs. The OAT can provide insight into a wide range of conditions, making it valuable for individuals who are experiencing complex chronic conditions. The OAT test report is organized into clinically useful categories including:
For more information about this test, please visit: https://mosaicdx.com/test/organic-acids-test/ |
MycoToxUrine Mycotoxin (Mold) Testing |
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Discover the Power of Personalized Functional Medicine Testing Mold exposure is more common and dangerous than you may realize, but with our testing, you can make informed decisions to improve your quality of life.
Mycotoxins are harmful substances made by certain species of mold. They are increasingly recognized as a global health threat because they can cause short-term and long-term health problems. They are some of the most prevalent toxins and can come from many sources including buildings, vehicles, and food.
Mycotoxins can cause adverse health effects that can show up in different ways and may have unclear symptoms. By testing for mycotoxins, you can safeguard your well-being by proactively identifying and addressing potential health risks that may otherwise go unnoticed.
MycoToxin exposure has been associated with:• Anxiety/Depression
• Brain Fog or Poor Memory
• Coughing, Shortness of Breath
• Headaches • Red, Itchy, Watery Eyes
• Sinus/Nasal Congestion
• Sneezing
• Sore Throat
• Alzheimer’s
• Asthma
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Bronchitis
• Cancer
• Chronic Fatigue
• Infertility
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Intestinal Permeability
• Multiple Sclerosis
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that over 4.5 billion people worldwide are exposed to aflatoxins through dietary intake of contaminated foods:
• Corn
• Cereals
• Ground and tree nuts
• Spices
• Dried fruits
• Apples
• Coffee
• Meat
• Milk
• Eggs
Exposure also happens through dermal contact and inhalation since mold contamination can affect nearly all indoor materials including:
• Drywall
• Paint
• Wallpaper
• Carpeting
• More
For more information on this test, please visit: https://mosaicdx.com/test/mycotox-profile/
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IgE Allergy Explorer™: |
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IgE Allergy Explorer™ is a comprehensive blood test measuring IgE antibodies to a plethora of foods and environmental allergens. The IgE Allergy Explorer tests over 150 allergens at the extract and component level, making it the most extensive and affordable functional medicine allergy test available. Plus, the entire panel is a simple at-home collection using just a few drops of blood. What is Immunoglobulin E (IgE)? IgE is a class of human immunoglobulins or antibodies. In healthy individuals, the function of IgE is to fight parasitic infections. IgE antibodies are misdirected in allergic individuals to fight harmless substances like pollen, mite particles, or common foods. Elevated IgE antibodies are necessary for allergies (immediate, Type 1 immune responses) to occur. Blood Testing for Allergy Using IgE Allergy Explorer IgE Food Explorer is an allergy blood test (also referred to as a specific IgE test). It measures the concentration of specific IgE antibodies in the blood to different antigens, including foods, pollens, mites, insect venom, and more. The detection of IgE indicates SENSITIZATION to a specific allergen. It is important to understand that being IgE sensitized and having positive IgE antibodies does not guarantee a clinical response. Many people with a positive test (who are sensitized) may be asymptomatic with exposure to that allergen. IgE Allergy Explorer needs to be interpreted by the ordering provider in context with patient’s medical history and presenting symptoms. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, “A key message is that a positive allergy test result indicates only the presence of allergen-specific IgE sensitization. It does not necessarily mean clinical allergy (i.e., allergic symptoms with exposure). Therefore, test results should always be viewed in the context of overall clinical picture. For more information on this test, please visit: https://www.diagnosticsolutionslab.com/tests/ige-allergy-explorer
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The IgG Food Explorer™: |
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The IgG Food Explorer™ by Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory is an Elisa-based multiplex food sensitivity test measuring total IgG antibodies to an overabundance of foods. IgG Food Explorer evaluates over 250 food antigens using a simple at-home collection. Results help practitioners personalize diet and lifestyle guidance for their patients to reduce and eliminate symptoms related to adverse food reactions. Using a simple finger-stick blood collection, the IgG Food Explorer is a convenient collection that offers impactful insight into symptoms caused by foods. Testing allows practitioners to tie patient symptoms directly back to adverse reactions to foods. Food sensitivities can then be addressed through diet to help resolve symptoms and optimize health. What are Food Sensitivities? Food sensitivities are an adverse immune system response to ordinarily harmless foods. These food sensitivities are highly individualized, and symptoms are subtle and often delayed. Adverse reactions can occur from 3 to 72 hours after ingesting the offending food. Why Test for Food Sensitivities? Elevated IgG antibodies can promote systemic (whole-body) inflammation, leading to a variety of unwanted symptoms. IgG Food Explorer tests immunoglobulin (IgG) antibodies to a variety of common foods. This extensive food sensitivity test can help practitioners pinpoint which foods may be driving symptoms and best prioritize and individualize a diet and lifestyle plan for patients. Usually, eliminating foods that promote an IgG antibody response can reduce stress on the immune system, lower whole-body inflammation, and help heal the gut. An antibody-guided elimination diet is more reliable and preferable than generalized diet plans or exclusion diets based on food journaling and diet history alone. IgG Food Explorer provides in-depth insight into adverse food reactions and the symptoms they create. For more information on this test, please visit: https://www.diagnosticsolutionslab.com/tests/igg-food-explorer |
The IgG Food Explorer™ &IgE Allergy Explorer™ Combined |
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This option combines both tests for Food & Allergy tests in one convenient test!
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GI MAP |
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The GI-MAP® (Microbial Assay Plus) is a comprehensive stool test that relies on quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology to detect parasites, bacteria, H. pylori, fungi, and more by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested. Research overwhelmingly indicates that gut health impacts overall health. The gut microbiome plays a critical role in mediating the effects of diet and other factors on digestive, immune, metabolic, skin, brain, and neuroendocrine health. Results allow practitioners to personalize gut healing protocols that optimize overall health. Get to the root cause of chronic conditions for your patients with GI‑MAP. Almost every patient can benefit from a GI-MAP gut health assessment. Some patients are looking to achieve optimal health, while other patients have been chronically ill and frustrated without a diagnosis for years. Some conditions that warrant testing are:
Test results usually within 2 weeks from when it’s shipped out For More information on this test, please visit: https://www.diagnosticsolutionslab.com/tests/gi-map
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HCL Challenge Test: |
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Betaine hydrochloride along with pepsin, is a key protein digestive enzyme produced in the stomach. INSTRUCTIONS: Do this first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Take 1 capsule every 2 minutes with water and continue to to take until warmth is felt in your stomach. Once warmth is felt, Stop and eat breakfast. RESULTS:
INGREDIENTS: Serving Size 1 capsule Amount Per Serving Betaine Hydrochloride (HCI) 750 mg. Pepsin 40mg. (500,000 FCC U) Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearate, silicon dioxide.
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