Sometimes, people experience chronic illnesses that they have no explanation for. When they visit a Brampton physiotherapist or other physician, they may be surprised to find themselves being subjected to naturopath and allergy tests. What benefits do these tests have and what can they tell you about your body or a recurring condition that you’ve been dealing with? The answer, is a whole lot!
Naturopathic testing is commonly known as a simple blood test and from these tests, physicians can learn a great deal about your body, including what your symptoms mean and what underlying conditions you may have. Everything from food allergies to autoimmune illnesses can be diagnosed through the results of a naturopathic test, which is why these simple blood tests are a common tool among medical practitioners.
Finding the source of trouble
Let’s say, for example, that you’ve been feeling sick to your stomach lately and have had tinges of pain after eating. While you may just think you’ve got a bug, the answer may in fact be much more complex. If you visit a Brampton physiotherapist or general practitioner, they may refer you to a naturopathic test after giving you a physical inspection that yields nothing. Giving blood and having that blood run against a variety of different panels may indicate that you have a food allergy of some sort; perhaps a gluten allergy or other digestive issue!
Discovering a food allergy isn’t the only purpose of a naturopathic test: these tests can actually help to uncover a variety of ailments within people that may not otherwise be diagnosable through physical inspection. For example, you may be given a naturopathic test for acne, arthritis, depression, fatigue, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and more! And, the results of your blood test may uncover things that could improve the quality of your life!
How are they done?
Naturopathic tests are often done in two different ways: by taking blood or through a finger stick. Once blood has been taken, it’s run against panels to determine if there are any inconsistencies. If your blood reacts adversely to any of the panel tests, it usually indicates that there is something pertaining to the specific panel that showed symptoms. For example, using our gluten allergy example from above, if your blood shows idiosyncrasies to a gluten test, you may be further tested for an allergy to gluten, or Celiac Disease.
People often don’t want to undertake naturopathic tests because it involves giving blood, but the benefits of having one done in regards to your condition can have overwhelmingly positive effects. If you’re experiencing chronic symptoms and want to get to the bottom of your issue, consult with a physician and if applicable, have blood taken for testing. What you find could give you and your physician the insight you need into treating what’s ailing you.