Description
Urinary neurotransmitter testing provides an overall assessment of the body's ability to make and break down neurotransmitters and are representative of whole body levels. Neurotransmitters are secreted all through the body, in neurons of both the central and peripheral nervous systems. The enzymes, cofactors and precursors in neurotransmitter metabolism in general are the same in the periphery and in the central nervous system. Therefore, alterations in urinary neurotransmitter levels assessed in urine provide important clinical information, and may be associated with many symptoms including cognitive and mood concerns, diminished drive, fatigue and sleep difficulties, cravings, addictions and pain. Associations between urinary neurotransmitter levels and health conditions have been documented in scientific literature and may provide valuable insights as part of a comprehensive health assessment.
Please note: If you suspect that your patient has kidney damage or compromised renal function, a 24-hour collection is a better option to accurately assess excretion of the neurotransmitters.
Please note: This is an add-on test to HuMap and must be ordered at the same time as HuMap. Please ensure your patient returns req forms for both HuMap and NeuroBasic (these will be in with the test kit) with their sample.
Methodology
Liquid Urine
When should I use
This could be considered as an add-on in these situations:
Mood concerns, such as depression, anxiety
Diminished energy/fatigue
Insomnia
Cognitive concerns such as forgetfulness, inattention, brain fog
Addiction, dependency
Obsessions and cravings
Chronic illness, immune deficiency
Pain
Low libido, sexual dysfunction
Other Details
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