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Test your genes involved with neurotransmitters and your nervous system and support any areas that are compromised.
The nervous system acts as the body’s command centre and is made up of three areas; which include the brain, spinal cord and nerves. The nervous system works by sending messages around the mind and body, so that the individual can respond to the environment around them.
This is then broken down into two functions, firstly the Central Nervous System (CNS) is made up of the brain and spinal cord. This is the brain processing the messages that come via the spinal cord and regulate function. The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) is the network of nerves that branch out from the spinal cord. They then pass these messages on to your organs and body.
Neurotransmitters are the chemical messengers that deliver these messages from one neuron to the next target cell and across nerve junctions (synapses). They will transmit one of the below:
Excitatory – excite the neuron so that a signal is fired and passed on to the next neuron. These include glutamate, noradrenaline and adrenaline (fight or flight), acetylcholine, dopamine, histamine and phenethylamine (PEA).
Inhibitory – these block or stop the message from being passed on further. These include GABA, glycine, serotonin and melatonin
Modulatory – these influence the communication between other chemical messengers.
For the nervous system to work correctly, these must be in balance so that we respond correctly to the environment around us. Neurotransmitter imbalance can have serious consequences both in terms of physical and mental health.
The Genetic Nervous System Test looks at your DNA to find tiny differences called SNPs, which can affect the nervous system and balance of these neurotransmitters.
It looks at the gene varients on the following neurotransmitters:
Serotonin – linked with contentment
Dopamine – associated with motivation
Melatonin – linked with sleep
Glutamate – the main excitatory neurotransmitter
Noradrenaline and adrenaline – the fight or flight response
GABA – essential for relaxation and the main inhibitory neurotransmitter
EndoCannabinoids (AEA/ anandamide) – regulation of other neurotransmitters
The report then provides personalised recommendations based on the above and how to support nutritionally to alleviate symptoms.
Neurotransmitter imbalance can cause serious mental and physical health conditions. Some signs and symptoms of neurotransmitter imbalance are listed below:
Depression
Anger and aggression
Restlessness
Mood disorders
Attention deficit and ADHD
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Addictive behaviours
The genetic nervous system report can look at genetic imbalances in these neurotransmitters and pathways.
The genetic nervous system test assesses genes associated with the sub-cycles below:
Serotonin: ALDH2, HTR1A, HTR2A, MAOA, MTHFR, SLC18A1 (VMAT), VDR and TPH1 &2
Kynurenic Acid: FKBP5, IFNG and TNF
Melatonin: ASMT and MTNR1B
Dopamine: ALDH2, COMT, DRD2, MAOB, MAOA, MTHFR, OPRM1, SLC6A3 (DAT), TH and VDR
Adrenergic: ADRB2, COMT, DBH, MAOA, PNMT, SLC6A2 (NET) and SLC18A1 (VMAT)
GABA: ALPL, GAD1, GAD2 and GABRA2
Cannabinoid: CNR1, TRPV1 and FAAH
We have a team of functional medicine practitioners and registered nutritional therapists that we can refer you to help you with your results should you need any additional support. This is not included in the cost of the test.
Each test is processed in an ISO certified UK laboratory and all samples are completely destroyed after 3 months. All client genotyping data is marked for destruction at 5 months and completely destroyed by 6 months.
The client report, the data and the DNA sample is never (and will never be) shared with, or sold to third parties. All of the data extraction and analysis is done in the UK.
At Smart Nutrition we pride ourselves in offering the best cost possible for the Genetic Nervous System test.
Neurotransmitter imbalance presents with many symptoms and have been associated with many clinical conditions including, but not limited to:
Depression
Anger and aggression
Restlessness
Mood disorders
Attention deficit and ADHD
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Addictive behaviours
The genetic Nervous System Test assesses genes associated with the following:
Serotonin: ALDH2, HTR1A, HTR2A, MAOA, MTHFR, SLC18A1 (VMAT), VDR and TPH1 &2
Kynurenic Acid: FKBP5, IFNG and TNF
Melatonin: ASMT and MTNR1B
Dopamine: ALDH2, COMT, DRD2, MAOB, MAOA, MTHFR, OPRM1, SLC6A3 (DAT), TH and VDR
Adrenergic: ADRB2, COMT, DBH, MAOA, PNMT, SLC6A2 (NET) and SLC18A1 (VMAT)
GABA: ALPL, GAD1, GAD2 and GABRA2
Cannabinoid: CNR1, TRPV1 and FAAH
Buccal cheek swab.
Collecting your samples for the genetic nervous system test is simple, it is a non invasive cheek swab and is suitable for all ages as long as a cheek swab can be collected.
You need to have a break from eating and drinking at least one hour before doing the genetic nervous system test.
As the test is looking at genetic code, which is fixed, the test is not impacted by illness, infections, medication, the food you eat, or supplements you take. To avoid contamination of the sample, please abstain from eating/drinking for at least 1 hour before testing.
The genetic nervous system test is available for anyone, including children, with the consent of a parent or guardian. When testing a child under 18, parental consent is required.
Results for the genetic nervous system test are available in 2.5 weeks.
Your genetic nervous system test results will be emailed to you.
We are here to offer ongoing support as you progress through your health journey, regardless of your test results. Should you have any inquiries or require additional assistance we are happy to help you.
If you feel you need additional support in addressing your health concerns, we suggest considering collaboration with the Functional Medicine and Nutrition Consultations Clinic. (website coming soon)
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As you can see Olga and Karen can help you address areas highlighted by your genetic nervous system test results, crafting a personalised plan tailored to your specific needs. This comprehensive approach would include recommendations regarding your Genetic nervous system test results and any necessary further diagnostic testing depending on your goals, supplementation, dietary adjustments, and lifestyle recommendations, all presented with clear, easy-to-follow guidance.
How to Book your appointment
£150 an hour but you will also receive a £20 off your first appointment discount code with the results.
Many people book a 1 hour session to go over and understand their results.And lots of people want further ongoing support as they want to address their health concerns in more details.
We use lifecodeGX for our genetic nervous system test.
Each test is processed in an ISO certified UK laboratory and all samples are completely destroyed after 3 months. All client genotyping data is marked for destruction after 5 months and completely destroyed by 6 months.
Please see the ISO Certifications below:
LifeCodeGX does not provide the raw data. It is only used as a means to produce the report and therefore not produced in the report.
If you did your genetic test within 3 months we can upgrade it without you needing a new DNA kit.
We don’t use data from any third parties like 23&Me. Unfortunately, it doesn’t include many of the important SNPs that are needed to perform our analysis and produce our detailed reports. We also prefer to use our own testing and data for confidentiality reasons. All of our packages include a Lifecode Gx DNA test to ensure completeness and accuracy.
All sample reports are for representational and educational purposes only. Biomarkers, references ranges, results, and all other data may differ from actual reports. All data included in no way represents an actual patient. Any comparisons of results to actual patients is completely incidental.Â
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