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For VeterinariansFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What is the Nutritional Blood Test (NBT)? The Nutritional Blood Test, or NBT, is a diagnostic tool used by veterinarians who recognize the importance of integrating nutrition with patient care. The NBT assesses the health of internal organs and the available vitamins, minerals and enzymes required for the metabolic processes. Using blood results and medical history, the NBT prioritizes the nutrients required to help optimize organ function and balance metabolism. It then matches the results to specific Nutraceuticals that support a clinical response. The NBT nutritional therapy is adjunctive to your other methods of treatment. In addition, the supplements that comprise the NBT Nutraceutical Therapy can help improve chronic conditions and support the healing process. Even if the patient is already using supplements, the NBT enhances the ability to dispense them effectively. How does the NBT work? The levels of certain chemicals in the blood are the end result of the metabolic processes and the utilization or excretion of these metabolic wastes from the body. The NBT looks beyond chemical testing and quantitative assays to identify deficiencies or imbalances due to poor nutrient absorption, utilization or metabolism. One contributing factor to the reported steady rise in chronic degenerative diseases in animals is the inadequate levels of vitamins, minerals, enzymes and vital nutrients found in many commercially prepared foods. Over time the animal’s nutrient reserves can become depleted, paving the way to disease. The NBT is a valuable tool for helping to correct these imbalances and guiding sick animals back to health. The Optimum Range Within the normal blood reference range, there are subtle gradations of tissue integrity and organ efficiency that can be measured. The NBT assessment relies on an Optimum Range, an additional set of parameters that are narrower than the traditional reference range and in which organs and metabolic processes are functioning at peak efficiency. Results outside of the optimum range do not necessarily indicate disease. They do, however, indicate that a particular organ system is not functioning at optimal efficiency and may require nutritional support. Just as the interpretation outside the normal range forms the basis for the diagnosis of a specific disease, the optimum range interpretation forms the basis for determining optimal- not just “passable”- health. The NBT compares the blood results to the optimum range. When a value falls outside of the optimum range, the underlying physiology and metabolism, as well as the specific glands involved and nutrients used by the body for these processes, are assessed. The assessment is further evaluated in combination with the diagnosis and the clinical signs, resulting in a recommended NBT Nutraceutical Program that is specific to your animal. What are the benefits of the NBT? The NBT is not only beneficial as adjunctive therapy for serious ailments, but also for preventing disease in apparently healthy animals. While the NBT has historically been utilized for patients with chronic disorders, and increasing number of veterinarians and their patients have begun to utilize the NBT in wellness and preventative veterinary care. The NBT is based on the principle that changes occur in the blood before symptoms appear. Since the NBT can help to identify nutrient imbalances and early warning signs of impending disease, it is the ideal tool to incorporate into regular physical examinations. How can I get an NBT?
How long before I receive the results? Within 72 hours after receiving the results from the blood analysis, your NBT report will be faxed to your clinic/hospital. Once I receive the results, what’s next? Once you receive the NBT results, call our toll-free number 888-533-5162 to schedule an appointment for a complimentary vet-to-vet consultation with our clinically experienced veterinary staff who will interpret the results, and the recommended Nutraceutical therapy. After consulting with your client, simply fill out the order form for the prescribed therapy included within your NBT report, and call, fax, or e-mail us to place the order. What does the Nutraceutical Therapy consist of? Typically the program consists of a custom blended Nutraceutical powder containing glandulars, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes specific to each patient’s NBT results. Liquid herbs and homeopathics may also be prescribed based on the results. How often should I have an NBT done?
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