Life Pediatric Test

What is the Life Pediatric Test?

The Life Pediatric Test is a comprehensive genetic panel for children, designed to reveal how your child’s DNA influences:

• nutrition and growth
• food intolerances and micronutrient needs
• brain development, learning and behaviour
• response and sensitivity to commonly used medications

The test is done once in a lifetime from a simple cheek swab (no needles, painless).
Your child’s DNA is analysed using a high-density SNP array and advanced G-Life algorithms, and the results are translated into clear, practical recommendations for parents and doctors.

What does the Life Pediatric Test measure?

We group hundreds of genetic markers into several practical sections.

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A. Nutrition & Growth

Genes related to metabolism and appetite help us understand:

• tendency to gain weight easily or stay underweight
• how your child’s body handles carbohydrates, fats and proteins
• which dietary pattern is likely to support healthy growth and stable energy

You receive guidance on:

• balancing macronutrients in daily meals
• portion sizes and snack strategies
• when to be more careful with sugar and refined carbohydrates.

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B. Food Intolerances & Sensitivities

The test evaluates genetic predisposition for the most important digestive intolerances:

• Lactose intolerance
• Gluten sensitivity / coeliac disease risk (HLA-DQ based markers)
• Histamine intolerance (DAO / HNMT-related variants)
• Hereditary fructose intolerance / fructose malabsorption (ALDOB and related genes)

These results can help explain symptoms such as:

• bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhoea or constipation
• persistent anaemia or poor growth
• unexplained skin rashes or “mystery” reactions to certain foods.

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C. Vitamins, Minerals & Micronutrients

Life Pediatric screens key genes that influence the handling of:

• Folate (vitamin B9) and methylation
• Vitamin B12
• Vitamin D
• other vitamins and minerals relevant for immune function, brain development and energy

For each nutrient, we show whether your child’s genetic profile suggests:

• normal requirements
• or increased needs / higher risk of functional deficiency if intake is only average.

This helps you and your practitioner decide:

• which foods should be emphasised
• whether targeted supplementation may be beneficial
• which nutrients deserve occasional blood monitoring.

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D. Neurotransmitter Genetic Predisposition

This section focuses on genes involved in the production, transport and breakdown of the four key “feel-good and focus” systems:

• Dopamine
• Serotonin
• Endorphins
• Oxytocin

Together they influence:

• attention, motivation and reward-seeking
• mood regulation and stress resilience
• social bonding, empathy and attachment
• pain sensitivity and comfort-seeking behaviours

The report does not label your child, but explains how their genetic profile may:

• increase sensitivity to stress, change or criticism
• favour high stimulation and novelty vs. calmer environments
• be supported by specific routines, parenting strategies and, when needed, therapies.

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E. Neurodevelopment & Learning Risk Panels

Using polygenic scores, the Life Pediatric Test estimates genetic predisposition (lower / average / higher) for several neurodevelopmental domains, such as:

• Autism spectrum traits
• ADHD-related attention and hyperactivity
• Speech and language delay / reading difficulties
• Epilepsy susceptibility

These results are not a diagnosis and cannot confirm or exclude a condition on their own.
They are designed to:

• provide additional context when there is already a clinical suspicion
• support earlier monitoring, intervention and tailored educational strategies
• help parents understand that some challenges may have a biological component, not be “bad behaviour”.

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F. Pediatric Pharmacogenetics

Finally, the test includes a basic pediatric pharmacogenetic (PGx) panel, looking at genes that affect how your child’s body processes common medications, such as:

• non-steroidal painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs
• opioid analgesics
• anti-allergic and immunosuppressive medications
• antibiotics, antifungals and antivirals
• selected psychotropic and anti-epileptic drugs used in childhood

This information can help your pediatrician choose:

• safer starting doses
• alternative drugs when there is a higher genetic risk of side effects
• closer monitoring when standard doses may not be ideal.

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Who is the Life Pediatric Test for?

The test is suitable for children and adolescents (roughly 0–18 years) when:

• there are persistent digestive problems, poor growth or recurrent anaemia
• you suspect food intolerances or micronutrient deficiencies
• there are challenges with speech, learning, attention, behaviour or social interaction
• medication choices are complex, or there is a history of strong reactions to drugs
• parents want a proactive, personalised plan for supporting their child’s development and long-term health.

It can be used both in healthy children (for prevention and optimisation) and in children who already have a diagnosis or are under evaluation.

PRICE – 300 EUR

Kit, DNA analysis and consultation after receiving of the results are included in the price.

Sample & Technology

• Sample type: buccal (cheek) swab – painless, no needles
• Collection: at home or in the clinic, using a simple swab kit and written instructions
• Technology: high-density SNP array with G-Life proprietary algorithms for polygenic risk and pathway analysis
• Turnaround time: typically 4–6 weeks from sample arrival to final report (depending on batch and logistics)

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What do you receive?

With the Life Pediatric Test you receive:

• a comprehensive, parent-friendly report in PDF format
• clear graphs showing lower / average / higher genetic predisposition in each domain
• structured recommendations for:
  • nutrition and supplementation
  • sleep, daily routines and stress management
  • when to consider additional laboratory tests or specialist assessments
• a concise summary page for your pediatrician / neurologist / psychologist, highlighting the most relevant findings for clinical follow-up.

Optionally, you can book a follow-up consultation with a G-Life expert to translate the genetic results into a practical daily plan for your child.

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