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Metabolic Disorders
Metabolic syndrome Weight management resistance Suspected
carnitine deficiency Mitochondrial dysfunction
Integrating Organic Acids Testing with Other Assessments
Comprehensive Stool Analysis
Combines with OAT to provide a more complete picture of gut
health Confirms suspected dysbiosis indicated by OAT markers
Identifies specific pathogens only suggested by OAT markers
Nutritional Testing
Serum or intracellular nutrient testing to confirm suspected
deficiencies Heavy metal testing when toxicity is suspected Food
sensitivity testing when gut dysbiosis is present
Hormonal Assessments
HPA axis evaluation in cases of fatigue Thyroid assessment when
energy production is compromised Sex hormone testing when
neurotransmitter imbalances are detected
Case Studies in Organic Acids Testing
Case Study 1: Chronic Fatigue
A 42-year-old female presents with severe fatigue, exercise
intolerance, and brain fog. OAT reveals elevated succinic acid,
low carnitine markers, and moderately elevated yeast markers.
Interpretation: Mitochondrial dysfunction with B2/CoQ10
deficiency, carnitine insufficiency, and contributory yeast
overgrowth. Treatment plan: B2, CoQ10, L-carnitine
supplementation, antifungal protocol, and mitochondrial support
diet. Outcome: 70% improvement in energy levels within 8 weeks.
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