{"product_id":"organic-acid-test","title":"Organic Acid Test (OAT)","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour blood tests came back normal. Yet you still feel exhausted, foggy, bloated, or just not quite right. This is one of the most frustrating experiences in modern healthcare, and it is far more common than most people realise. The Organic Acid Test (OAT) is designed exactly for situations like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than looking at disease markers, the OAT gives a detailed window into how your body is actually functioning at a cellular level. It measures organic acid markers from a single urine sample, mapping key metabolic processes including energy production, gut microbial activity, nutrient metabolism, detoxification, and neurotransmitter balance. When these processes are running smoothly, organic acids are produced and cleared efficiently. When they are not, the acids accumulate and show up in higher levels in your urine, pointing directly to where the body is struggling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most comprehensive and clinically useful tools in functional medicine for getting to the root cause of symptoms that standard testing simply misses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat The OAT Measures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMitochondrial health and energy production efficiency (Citric, Alpha-Ketoglutaric, Succinic acids)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeurotransmitter metabolites that affect mood, stress, and focus, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin pathways\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutritional deficiencies including B12, B6, and B2\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast and fungal overgrowth in the gut (Arabinose, Tartaric, Citramalic acids)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacterial imbalance and gut toxin activity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOxalate markers linked to microbial or dietary imbalances\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatty acid metabolism and mitochondrial dysfunction markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Do This Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OAT is particularly useful for anyone whose blood tests keep coming back normal but who is still experiencing ongoing, unexplained symptoms. It is also a valuable tool for healthy individuals who want to fine-tune their nutrition and supplementation. Consider this test if you are dealing with any of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent or chronic fatigue\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog, poor concentration, or memory issues\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnxiety, depression, or mood instability\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisturbed sleep\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloating, abdominal pain, or diarrhoea that could indicate yeast, fungal, or bacterial overgrowth\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin issues such as acne or eczema\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibromyalgia or unexplained muscle pain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutism spectrum disorders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADHD or other neurological concerns\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetes or insulin resistance\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObesity or metabolic concerns\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardiovascular conditions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspected toxic exposures, including environmental toxins, heavy metals, mould, or Lyme disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included In The Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrine collection cup, tube, and gloves for safe and hygienic sample collection\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear step-by-step collection instructions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging and a sealed thermal bag with ice pack for safe transit\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-arranged shipping support to the US laboratory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OAT is a simple, non-invasive urine test done entirely at home. You collect your first morning urine sample before eating or drinking anything. Once collected, the sample is frozen for a minimum of 1 day before being packed in the thermal bag provided and shipped to the lab. A few things to note before testing: avoid apples, grapes, raisins, cranberries, pears, and their juices for 48 hours beforehand, and check with your practitioner about pausing certain supplements like arabinogalactan, reishi mushrooms, echinacea, and ribose for 3 days prior to collection. Results are typically ready within 2 to 4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your report is ready, the NutraNourish team does not just hand it over. Dr Menka Gupta and the team can review your results and translate the complex markers into clear, practical guidance on diet, lifestyle, and targeted supplementation specific to what your body actually needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*This test is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure disease. 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