Product Description

This test was removed from the public website due to Oxford requiring a price that was not competitive for us. It remains on domestic  practitioner’s/groups order forms. it is also not available to be serviced internationally. 

**Note: All laboratory testing requires an authorizing physician. DHA Laboratory offers a patient direct program that partners you with an authorizing physician. If you have any additional questions regarding the availability of testing, please contact our laboratory by telephone or email.**

MRT 176 Mediator Release Test for Food Sensitivities

What is the Leap MRT Test?

Traditionally, food sensitivities are tested by looking for antibodies to different foods in the blood. To get accurate test results, the person must have consumed enough of the food for a period of several weeks in order to produce enough antibodies for testing. This is ok if you currently eat the foods being tested and you don’t have a compromised immune system (taking steroidal anti-inflammatories, have autoimmune concerns, digestive issues, etc.).

Food sensitivities are also more complex than just antibody production. There are many other inflammatory chemicals the immune system can produce that promote sensitivities. This is where the MRT test comes in. The MRT uses a much different, and more accurate, technique to identify type 3 and type 4 food sensitivities. The test also includes 30 food chemicals and additives to make sure you stay clear of those that impact your health the most.

The MRT results also come with a wallet-size card with your sensitivities on them so you have a quick reference while grocery shopping.

How does the MRT Test Work?

The MRT test works by measuring the volume change of white blood cells when they are exposed to different foods. The more the cells are “empty”, the higher the assumed reaction. This is helpful since you don’t have to consume the foods and it can still be mostly accurate for those who have immune challenges.

What’s Being Tested In the MRT 176 Panel:

• 146 Food
• 30 Chemicals/Additives

Performing laboratory is Oxford Biomedical Technologies.