What is MRT Testing
MRT stands for Mediator Release Test. All food-induced inflammatory reactions involve mediator release, which is the single most important event leading to all the negative effects you may be suffering, including symptom generation. There are 3 categories of diet-induced inflammatory reactions.
Food Allergy, Food-Induced Autoimmune Disease, and Food Sensitivities
Food and food-chemical sensitivities are highly complex non-allergic (non-IgE), non-celiac inflammatory reactions. They follow multiple inflammatory pathways and may be governed by either innate or adaptive immune mechanisms. There are a wide range of chronic inflammatory conditions wherein food and food-chemical sensitivities play either a primary or secondary role in generating inflammation and symptoms.
***The information presented herein is intended for healthcare professionals. Its purpose is educational and is not intended as a guide to diagnose or treat disease.
- What to Expect for LEAP/MRT Food Testing
Type: Tests for 150-170 Food and Food-Chemical Sensitivities
Please call to request pricing. Insurance does not cover this test.
Procedure:
- Call the office at 919-844-4552 to schedule an appointment for a blood draw.
- Appointments are scheduled Monday-Thursday 08:30 – 11:00 Fridays 08:30-10:00
Results Turnaround Time
The lab will mail your results directly to Beverly Medical Center in approximately 2-3 weeks.
PLEASE CONSULT WITH YOUR PRACTITIONER BEFORE STOPPING OR REDUCING ANY MEDICATION
Prior to testing, please follow the directions below:
- Antihistamines-discontinue for 3 days.
- Steroids-nasal sprays or inhalants discontinue for 72 hours.
- Steroids/Corticosteroids-oral 10 days according to dose and length of treatment per practitioner.
- No Adrenal Support Complex (supplement) morning of draw.
- YOU DO NOT NEED TO FAST FOR THIS TEST.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us during business hours via email (info@beverlymedicalcenter.com) or phone (919-844-4552)
