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.
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.
FIT 132 + Gut Barrier Panel by KBMO Diagnostics
Blood Spot
The FIT 132 test evaluates sensitivities to 132 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.