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Prodrome Sciences
ProdromeScan
ProdromeScan is a blood test that measures plasmalogens, other cell-membrane lipids, fatty acids and related biochemical markers. Your report groups the findings into biochemical systems for discussion with a qualified health professional.
Why consider this test?
Explore the markers listed below with your practitioner, who can help decide whether this test addresses your health question and interpret the findings alongside your symptoms and history.
What it measures
The panel includes the following groups of measurements: Plasmalogens and membrane lipids: ethanolamine and choline plasmalogens, phosphatidylethanolamines, phosphatidylcholines, sphingomyelins and ceramides. Fatty acids: omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 measurements, including DHA and EPA. Related markers: homocysteine, C-reactive protein, gastrointestinal tract acids and iron. Cholesterol and kidney-related measurements: total cholesterol, HDL, calculated LDL, creatinine, blood urea nitrogen and uric acid. The report also groups related measurements under...
What you receive
As soon as we receive your results, we will forward a copy to you and ensure they are also available for your doctor. A consultation is not required to receive your report. A qualified health professional can help you interpret the findings.
How the sample is collected
A blood sample collected at a participating pathology collection centre using the request form supplied for your order.
See collection guidance and full test informationYour test and results report are included in the price below. A results consultation is optional and costs $49, once per order when selected.
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When to expect your results
10 to 14 business days after the laboratory receives your sample
Allow time for order and referral checks, your collection appointment and sample transport. Laboratory processing starts after your sample reaches the testing laboratory.
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Practitioner consult session
A 15-minute consultation. An email link will be included in your order confirmation to make the booking.
Optional 1:1 with our clinical team · $49
Understand your test before you order
About this test
ProdromeScan is a blood test that measures plasmalogens, other cell-membrane lipids, fatty acids and related biochemical markers. Your report groups the findings into biochemical systems for discussion with a qualified health professional.
What the test covers
The panel includes the following groups of measurements:
- Plasmalogens and membrane lipids: ethanolamine and choline plasmalogens, phosphatidylethanolamines, phosphatidylcholines, sphingomyelins and ceramides.
- Fatty acids: omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 measurements, including DHA and EPA.
- Related markers: homocysteine, C-reactive protein, gastrointestinal tract acids and iron.
- Cholesterol and kidney-related measurements: total cholesterol, HDL, calculated LDL, creatinine, blood urea nitrogen and uric acid.
The report also groups related measurements under methylation/choline metabolism, mitochondrial and peroxisomal pathways, and lipid metabolism. These groupings help organise the findings; they do not establish that an organ is healthy or that a medical condition is present.
Sample and collection
A blood sample collected at a participating pathology collection centre using the request form supplied for your order.
Before collection
Follow the preparation, timing and return instructions supplied for this test. Do not stop prescribed medicines unless your treating clinician advises it.
What you receive
As soon as we receive your results, we will forward a copy to you and ensure they are also available for your doctor.
A consultation is not required to receive your report. A qualified health professional can help you interpret the findings.
Timing
10 to 14 business days after the laboratory receives your sample. Kit delivery, collection and sample transport are separate from laboratory processing.
Important information
The supplier describes this test as intended for research, educational and informational use. Results do not confirm or exclude a medical condition and should be discussed with a qualified health professional.
Price and inclusions
The displayed price includes the test and your results report. You can order without booking a consultation. An optional results consultation costs $49, once per order when selected.
See the panel and report format
ProdromeScan panel information · Supplier sample report (PDF)
Your testing journey
From your order to your results.
Order and referral review, sample collection, laboratory analysis and discussing your report are separate stages. Your test’s processing estimate covers the laboratory stage.
ARRANGE
Arrange your collection
Once the required checks are complete, follow the collection form and instructions for the nominated provider. Check appointment and preparation requirements.
COMPLETE
Provide your sample
Attend the nominated collection provider with the required form. Your sample then needs to reach the testing laboratory before processing begins.
RESULTS
Laboratory processing
The laboratory analyses your sample and prepares your report. As soon as we receive your results, we will forward a copy to you and ensure they are also available for your doctor. A results consultation is optional.
Preparing for this test
Read the instructions supplied for your exact test before collecting. Check food, drink, medicines, timing, storage and return requirements with your practitioner. Do not stop prescribed medicines without advice.
Does the estimate include postage?
No. The laboratory estimate does not include order review, referral checks, delivery to you, the time you take to collect, or transport back to the testing laboratory. These stages make up the full order-to-results journey.
Need results by a particular date?
Check with Evergreen before ordering so the referral requirements, collection timing, delivery and laboratory estimate can be considered together.
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Practical questions about choosing, preparing for and reviewing this test.
Do I need a consultation or referral?
You can order without booking a paid consultation. A results consultation is optional and costs $49 once per order. Whole Body MRI includes its pre-scan and results appointments in the package price. Where the laboratory requires a practitioner request form, this is arranged as part of the ordering process.
Should I change medicines or supplements before testing?
Do not stop prescribed medicines on your own. Tell your practitioner what you take and follow the preparation instructions for this test. Timing, fasting and other requirements depend on the sample and markers being measured.
Does the test tell me what treatment I need?
A result is one part of an assessment. A qualified practitioner should interpret it alongside your symptoms, history and medicines. Check whether a results consultation is included in your purchase or needs to be booked separately.
How should I read the reference ranges?
Use the reference intervals and units on your own laboratory report. Ranges can vary with the method and patient factors. A result inside or outside a range does not establish a diagnosis on its own.
When does the turnaround estimate start?
The laboratory estimate is not the time from placing your order. Allow time for referral checks, kit dispatch where needed, sample collection and transport before processing. The estimate varies by test, and specialist or overseas analysis can take longer.
Follow the estimate for your specific test. A quoted 3–5 business days does not include the whole ordering and collection journey.
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