Blood Testing

Our various blood tests are able to identify deficiencies within the body that may contribute to you being susceptible to certain medical conditions.

Vitamin and mineral deficiencies may also cause you to experience symptoms such as fatigue, regular colds & low moods, and so blood tests are a great diagnostic tool that enables you to know exactly what your body needs.

The blood samples are collected in clinic by registered healthcare professionals and taken intravenously through your vein. It is a quick and painless procedure. It is the same process as having a blood test at your local GP surgery.

The DNA test offered at GAD is a sample taken from the inside of the mouth using a swab against the cheek. The swab sample is then sent in a pre-paid envelope to the lab to be processed.

The DNA test is based on the genes of a person therefore would only be required once in a lifetime as genetic information will not change. The DNA test results are able to identify how the body responds to and metabolises specific nutrients, which is more effective than a blood test in regards to micronutrient requirements.

However, a blood test is able to tell a person the current levels of a particular component within the blood such as vitamins, hormones or electrolytes.

With balancing a healthy lifestyle and focusing on any deficiencies found from the blood test the results can improve over a period of time and a retest to check the levels can be performed.

Before arriving for the blood test we recommend drinking water as dehydration can cause results to be inaccurate and also helps with vein quality when the blood sample is taken.

We will only offer blood tests to those over 18 years of age. We will not perform blood tests on children.

The procedure of the blood test will take no longer than 15 minutes with the inclusion of completing the required documents beforehand; But additional time can be used for any questions.

Yes, you will fill out a GAD medical questionnaire. This is an important document which will include disclosure of any medical conditions an individual may have, as well as medications and also if you feel well enough to have the blood test taken that day.

All Bloods Package, Mineral/Ion Profile, and Vitamin Profile will take 2-3 weeks. All other profiles will be 4-7 days.

Results will be reviewed by a GMC registered Doctor, who will be able to give any recommendations or referrals written in your report. This will be sent together with your results to your provided email address.

If you would like a consultation to discuss your results with one of the doctors, this can be arranged at an extra cost subject to availability. To enquire about a consultation, please click here.

If there is a problem with your sample, we may need to contact you to return for a repeat blood draw.

No down time is required after a blood test, we advise to keep the dressing applied clean, dry and in place for 30 minutes. We also advise you to avoid working out directly after as this can cause further bruising to appear.

No, the test shouldn’t be painful. Of course, we are puncturing the skin with a needle, so it may be slightly uncomfortable. We do have the option of using a cold numbing spray, to make your experience as comfortable as possible.

No, the total costs are inclusive of the whole package.

To book, either call the GAD clinics on 020 3441 9096 or click here. Once on the booking page, select which package you’d like to go for and the time for your appointment. At your appointment, a blood sample will be taken by a healthcare professional.

The sample will then be sent off to the laboratory to be analysed. Your results will then be sent back to us, where a GMC licensed practitioner will review your results and collate into a report. The report will then be returned to you via email.

You can book an appointment here or by calling our clinics on 020 3441 9096. Please note that Blood Testing appointments are available from 9am – 6pm, Monday to Friday only.

We would recommend you book tests for yourself. If you are booking for someone else, please ensure you submit their details.

Your results will be returned to you via email.

Our laboratory partner is one of the largest in Europe and performs all of its work to the highest possible level of quality. They comply with current UKAS standards and applicable regulatory requirements, so diagnostics are delivered with utmost accuracy.

No, we do not require a GP referral letter.

No, you can continue to take your vitamins as normal.

Continue to take your medication as normal. We’d never recommend that you stop taking your medication unless advised to do so by your own GP.

Repeating a blood test may vary depending on what type of test is requested. It may be a few days, weeks or months before you need to do another test. This can be done once certain lifestyle changes have been made to simply monitor your levels.

Repeating a blood test may vary depending on what type of test is requested. It may be a few days, weeks or months before you need to do another test. This can be done once certain lifestyle changes have been made to simply monitor your levels.

We have strict processes in place to ensure the protection of our customer’s data. Following GDPR the company also operates under tight legal rules about the sharing of data which ensures that data is only shared if it is crucial to the delivery of our service. For example, our doctors will see customer results at the time of review, however after this, access to the results is withdrawn.

Your sample will be analysed by a CQC-registered and UKAS accredited lab.

Yes we are CQC registered.

Your sample will also be collected by a NMC registered nurse and reviewed by a GMC registered Doctor.