SpectraCell

According to the SpectraCell website, their Micronutrient test provides the most comprehensive nutritional analysis available by measuring functional deficiencies at the cellular level. Their test assesses how well the body utilizes 31 vitamins, minerals, amino/fatty acids, antioxidants, and metabolites, while conveying the body’s need for these micronutrients that enable the body to produce enzymes, hormones, and other substances essential for proper growth, development, and good health. Repletion recommendations are made based on need.

SpetraCell measures the functional level and capability of micronutrients present within white blood cells, where metabolism takes place and where micronutrients do their job—thus taking a person’s biochemical individuality into account. Unlike static serum measurements, the Micronutrient test is a long-term assessment (4-6 months) that addresses the functional impact (performance) of micronutrients. 

They say this test is important because virtually all metabolic and developmental processes that take place in the body require micronutrients, and strong evidence suggests that subtle vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant deficiencies can contribute to degenerative processes such as arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.  This is why evaluating micronutrient status can be the first step in identifying metabolic inadequacies while shedding light on the possible underlying causes of complex chronic conditions. 

SpetraCell recommends a micronutrient test be considered when you experience the following conditions:

  • Cancer
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Diabetes
  • Neurological disorders/Alzheimer’s
  • Autism and other spectrum disorders
  • Mood disorders
  • Fatigue
  • Osteoporosis
  • Fertility issues
  • Weight issues
  • Sports performance optimization

I had this test performed twice. Both times it told me that my immune system and antioxidant levels were within normal ranges. The test results suggested that I take some nutrients, but I wasn’t overly deficient in anything. I think the test is very worth it though. Imagine if you are deficient in a key nutrient; you would want to know it.

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