Join Dr. Shaw for an explanation of The Great Plains
Laboratory’s Organic Acids Test (OAT) from the creator himself.
GPL’s
most popular test was recently expanded to 74 markers and their OAT is
U.S. Patented, offering twice the number of markers than their
competitors. Dr. Shaw will explain this unique test in detail and review
the results of five OAT cases.
The OAT provides a metabolic “snapshot” based on the products the
body discards through the urine. These small, discarded organic acid
molecules are byproducts of human cellular activity, the digestion of
foods, and the metabolism of gastrointestinal flora. At certain levels,
organic acids in urine may be indicators of toxicity or “markers” of the
function of metabolic pathways. Levels of yeast or gastrointestinal
bacteria metabolites are compared to normal levels of human metabolites,
providing an assessment of yeast and bacterial activity.
The new and improved OAT has increased the number of tested compounds
to 74 and two new ratios have been added. The new compounds detected
may result from variations in vitamin and hormone metabolism, energy
level, intestinal wall integrity, neurotransmission, and muscle
function.
Testimonials
"After identifying a low serotonin level on
an Organic Acid Test (a hallmark functional medicine test), A severely
depressed and suicidal man began taking 100mg of 5htp twice a day (5htp
is the direct precursor to serotonin). After 2 days, he said his
depression virtually disappeared and he was no longer suicidal. I love
when I can identify a biochemical glitch and someone can have such a
profound emotional turn around."
–Dr. Josh Friedman of Integrative Psychotherapy of Omaha
"The Organic Acids Test has brought new
meaning to my specialized practice in women's health. This test has
allowed me to investigate more deeply the chronic issues that contribute
to female related conditions like PMS, uterine fibroids, endometriosis,
chronic UTIs and vulvodynia. I have had a great deal of success in
treating complicated PMS cases that didn't respond to typical female
hormone balancing therapies. Since utilizing the OAT, it has provided me
with a variety of information to determine the underlying cause of
female related issues. Some of the markers that I find valuable for
women's health issues are the bacterial and yeast metabolites, oxalates,
B vitamins, vitamin C, and pyroglutamic acid. I have been so impressed
by this test that I can't help but want to spread the word about its
uses for various women's health conditions!"
–Jennifer, N.D.
Specimen Requirements
10 mL of first morning urine before food or
drink is suggested. Patient should avoid apples, grapes (including
raisins), pears, cranberries and their juices 24 hours prior to specimen
collection.
