JanSz,
That's actually a great point. I am going to bring up doing these test(s) to my doc when I see him next week. I too have been wandering the confusing supplement wasteland for several years now. My basement is full of bottles, powders and oils used then discarded for the next best thing. Looks like a chemistry lab experiment (not to mention all the $$$$ that have been spent).
I really do like Genova's NutraEval. How much did you say it cost? I live in Pennsylvania and have traditional BC/BS coverage and could have doc write a script if that would help coverage.
It is worth while to listen to that podcast, it convinces you about the logic.
At the end of test report there is two pages of recomended supplements.
Look at bottom two attachments in post #29
http://anabolicminds.com/forum/male-anti-aging/77385-jansz-metabolic-analysis.html
Doctor have to open account with Genova Diagnostics,
his secretary can do that in 5 min.
Hi will probably get some material from them first.
Most important, from my walet point of view,
is a chart that gives him instructions of what ICD-9 codes to use while prescribing different tests.
ICD-9 codes allows to get insurance reimbursment.
For some insurance companies, Genova is filling up paperwork themselves, so there is no additional work for your doctor or for the patient.
If you get hung up with your doc, you may want to call Genova and ask them for few names in your zip code area.
Kits are used for each test.
They are ordered via computer.
To send a sample out it is important to do it in timely maner or the sample will spoil and you have to start ower.
Best is to deliver sample in monday or tuesday.
Read instructions carefully.
I do not really know the price, my out of pocket is zero.
I had EstroEssence done, it cost (from memory) $350, my out of pocket about $25.
So the costs are minimal when covered by insurance.
I have Medicare and BC/BS.
