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Testing

Well Nourished LLC offers several modalities of testing for patients.

Creyos Health: ADHD Assessment

Creyos Health is a scientifically validated online brain health assessment platform designed for use by healthcare providers and researchers to measure, monitor, and interpret cognitive function across key domains. The platform is based on decades of neuroscientific research and has been used in hundreds of peer-reviewed studies.

Core Cognitive Functions It Measures

Creyos assessments focus on objective, quantifiable evaluation of essential aspects of cognition, including:

  • Memory (short-term, working, episodic)

  • Attention & Concentration

  • Reasoning & Problem-Solving

  • Verbal Ability & Processing

These tasks map to well-studied cognitive constructs and are designed to detect subtle changes that traditional brief screeners (e.g., MMSE or clock-drawing) often miss.

How It Works

  • Fully digital tasks: The platform administers interactive, gamified cognitive tests online that typically take 2–3 minutes per task and can be completed on tablets, laptops, or desktops.

  • Normative comparison: Results are benchmarked against a large normative database (tens of thousands of individuals matched for age and demographics) so clinicians can interpret performance relative to population norms.

  • Engaging for patients: Tutorials and visually intuitive interfaces help ensure patients understand and complete tasks, enhancing engagement and compliance.

Clinical Use and Benefits

We use Creyos to support diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment planning in a range of settings:

  • Early detection of cognitive impairment: including mild cognitive impairment (MCI), dementia, Alzheimer’s risk, and changes related to aging.

  • Assessment of ADHD and other conditions: Creyos offers condition-specific protocols (e.g., for ADHD) that combine objective task performance with industry-standard behavioral questionnaires.

  • Tracking changes over time: Repeated assessments create a baseline and longitudinal view of cognition, helping clinicians gauge progression or response to treatment.

Tempus: Genetic Testing

Psychotropic genetic testing, such as the services provided by Tempus, is a specialized form of genetic testing that focuses on analyzing an individual’s genetic makeup to provide insights into their response to psychotropic medications.This type of testing is designed to help healthcare professionals make more informed decisions when prescribing psychiatric medications, aiming to improve treatment outcomes and reduce the risk of adverse reactions.

Tempus is a company that offers comprehensive genomic sequencing and analysis services, including psychotropic genetic testing. Their services involve the collection of a DNA sample, typically through a simple cheek swab or a blood sample, which is then analyzed to identify specific genetic variants that may influence an individual’s response to psychotropic medications.

By examining certain genes associated with drug metabolism, receptors, transporters, and other factors related to psychiatric medication response, the testing process can provide valuable information about how an individual is likely to metabolize, absorb, and interact with various psychotropic medications. This genetic information can help guide the psychiatric provider in tailoring medication choices and dosages to suit the individual’s genetic profile, increasing the likelihood of a favorable response and minimizing the risk of adverse effects.

The results of any supplemental testing are provided to the psychiatric provider which is incorporated into the clinical decision-making process. This personalized approach aims to optimize treatment outcomes by maximizing the effectiveness of psychiatric medications while reducing the potential for side effects or adverse reactions.

Quest Labs: Blood Testing

Lab work for mental health, also known as psychiatric lab testing, involves the analysis of biological samples to provide additional information about an individual’s mental health status, treatment response, and potential underlying physiological factors contributing to their condition. This type of testing is often used as an adjunct to clinical assessments and can help healthcare professionals make more informed decisions regarding diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring of mental health disorders.

Psychiatric lab work typically involves the collection and analysis of various biological samples, such as blood, urine, or saliva. These samples may be analyzed for specific biomarkers, neurotransmitters, hormones, genetic factors, or other indicators that can provide insights into the individual’s neurochemical balance, metabolic functioning, immune system response, or genetic predispositions.

The specific tests conducted as part of psychiatric lab work can vary depending on the individual’s symptoms, suspected diagnoses, and treatment goals. Some common types of lab tests in the context of mental health include:

  1. Blood tests: These can assess various parameters, such as complete blood count (CBC), blood chemistry (e.g., electrolytes, liver function), hormone levels (e.g., thyroid function, cortisol), and inflammatory markers, to identify potential physiological imbalances or underlying medical conditions.
  2. Drug monitoring: In cases where psychiatric medications are prescribed, drug monitoring tests can measure the levels of the medication or its metabolites in the blood to ensure therapeutic levels, assess compliance, or identify potential interactions or adverse effects.

The results of the lab tests are interpreted in the context of the individual’s overall assessment, symptoms, medical history, and other relevant information. The findings can help guide treatment decisions, personalize interventions, monitor treatment progress, or identify potential contributing factors to the individual’s mental health condition.

It’s important to note that psychiatric lab work is not always necessary for every individual with a mental health concern. The decision to conduct lab tests is made on a case-by-case basis, considering the clinical judgment of the healthcare professional and the specific needs of the individual. The results of psychiatric lab work are typically integrated with other assessment tools and clinical observations to provide a comprehensive understanding of the individual’s mental health and inform their treatment plan.

Additional Treatment Options

Addiction Treatment (MAT)

Medication Management

Supplementation

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