Organic Acids Test (OAT)
What This Test Measures
Comprehensive metabolic snapshot: mitochondrial function, neurotransmitters, gut dysbiosis, detox, nutrients
Conventional vs. Functional Optimal Range
The gap between these ranges is why you feel terrible with "normal" labs. Conventional medicine waits for disease. Functional medicine optimizes for health.
Gabriel's Take
The OAT (Great Plains Lab, Mosaic, etc.) is a urine test analyzing 70+ metabolites. It reveals: mitochondrial function (Krebs cycle), neurotransmitters (dopamine, serotonin), yeast/bacteria overgrowth, oxalates, detox capacity, nutrient status (B vitamins, CoQ10, carnitine). Integrative practitioners use the OAT for a metabolic snapshot to guide personalized interventions.
When This Test Is High
Dysbiosis, mitochondrial dysfunction, nutrient deficiencies, neurotransmitter imbalances
When This Test Is Low
Healthy metabolism, balanced biochemistry
Related Conditions
Chronic fatigue, dysbiosis, neurotransmitter issues, mitochondrial dysfunction
Recommended Follow-Up
Address findings: targeted nutrients, gut healing, mitochondrial support, neurotransmitter precursors