ION Profile

What are the minimum specimen requirements for this test?*

• Whole blood - 4mL
• Serum - 2.5mL
• Plasma - 2mL
• Urine - 8mL

How long do I have once the specimen is collected to get it to the laboratory? (Please see proper specimen storage under the "Shipping" section)**

The specimens should be received within 7 days of collection.

What does ION stand for and what does it measure?

Individual Optimal Nutrition. The ION Profile is the most complete nutritional and metabolic testing program available. The ION Profile measures more than 100 components, integrating them into a complete picture of your individual biochemistry. 
The ION Profile will help reveal your unique biochemical status as it relates to: energy and endurance, cardiovascular function, antioxidant function, liver detoxification function, inflammatory problems including joints and skin, mental and emotional function, and digestive disorders.

How is the ION profile "individualized"?

Each patient's report is tailored depending on the test results. The ION report contains specific, integrated treatment recommendations based on multiple abnormalities determined by the multi-panel test for each individual.

I want to collect the urine portion of the ION Profile separately from the blood draw portion; can I send it in separately?

While it is possible to send the specimens separately as long as they are very clearly marked and it is clearly communicated to the laboratory, we strongly recommend against shipping the specimens separately. If received separately a $25 fee will be assessed due to the time and resources needed to ensure that the specimens are properly cared for and entered into our computer system.