Comprehensive collection guide

Our collection kit is designed to be simple and stress-free with clear steps to guide you along the way.

1. Prepare

Essential things to know before you take your sample

01

Maintain your usual diet

Avoid starting new routines, supplements, or medications unless directed by your healthcare practitioner.

02

Ensure your kit is complete

Double check that you’ve received all components of the kit. Your instruction booklet will list all the items you need.

03

Avoid alcohol and NSAIDs

Alcohol or pain management like ibuprofen or aspirin can affect your results. Avoid these before testing unless otherwise directed by a healthcare practitioner.

04

Allow 30 minutes

When you are ready to take your sample, allow 30 minutes to complete the whole process. If you need any help, please don’t hesitate to call us!

2. Collect

For clear, step-by-step guidance to collecting your sample in watch the related video below.

Instructions (AU)

Instructions (UK)

3. Pack & Send

Essential things to do after you take your sample

01

Seal your sample

Place and seal your sample in the pre-paid enveloped supplied with your kit.

02

Send the package

Return your sample over the counter at your local post office. It’s essential you do this on the day you took your sample.

03

We’ll do the science

Your sample will be safely delivered to our accredited laboratory for analysis.

04

Results ready

Once ready, your results will be shared with your healthcare practitioner. They will guide you through the results and share the report with you.

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