5P Diagnostics · Advanced diagnostic technologies
Different measurements. One clearer picture.
Alongside laboratory results, FMDC uses three objective assessments: of the heart and vessels, of body composition, and of strength, balance and mobility, within its 5P approach.
01The 5P approach
Care built around the individual.
FMDC describes its medicine as a 5P approach. Across its materials, the same ideas return: care that moves beyond “one-size-fits-all”, that evaluates risk factors early, and in which you take an active part in decisions.
- Individual context
Care takes into account each person’s own characteristics, environment and lifestyle.
- Early evaluation
Risk factors are evaluated early, as part of a preventive approach.
- Participation
You understand your results and take an active part in the decisions that follow.
Objective measurement is one way these ideas become concrete: data that can be read in context, and measured again to follow progress.
02Why measure
Different tools observe different dimensions.
Each assessment looks at a different aspect of health and adds measured data to the medical conversation.
Chapter 01
Vascular · Cardiovascular precision screening
MESI mTABLET
Non-invasive measurements that assess heart function and the condition of the vessels, with results added to your medical record.
What it measures
- 014-limb blood pressure
- Detects pressure differences between arms and legs, a sign of arterial narrowing.
- 02ECG
- Heart rhythm and conduction.
- 03Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI)
- Early detection of peripheral artery disease, before symptoms appear.
- 04Pulse Wave Velocity (PWV)
- An indicator of arterial stiffness, used in estimating overall cardiovascular risk.
- 05Pulse oximetry
- Blood oxygen level.
- Duration
- About 20 minutes
- Report
- Delivered the same day
- Record
- Connected to your medical record
Best combined with the Heart & Breathing Check-up, the 45+ panels or the Check-up 360°, where QRISK3, SCORE2, PLR, SII, VAI and CMI complete the vascular picture. See the check-ups
Chapter 02
Composition · Body composition & nutrition
Z-Metrix
Bio-impedance analysis that looks beyond weight and BMI: see what your weight is made of.
Composition
- Fat mass
- Fat distribution
- Muscle mass
- The state of muscle and protein
- Visceral fat
- Fat around the organs; cardiometabolic risk
- Body cell mass
- Metabolically active tissue; helps prevent muscle loss
Water
- Hydration
- Intra- and extracellular water: hydration, fluid retention, hidden inflammation
Cellular & energy
- Phase angle
- Cellular vitality and resistance to inflammation
- Basal metabolism
- The basic energy state of the body’s cells
With the dietitian
At FMDC, the Z-Metrix test is offered with a consultation with the dietitian. Measurements can be repeated to visualise progress and evolution.
Complete Nutrition Assessment: Z-Metrix combined with the Extended Check-up, plus vitamin B1, folate, FT3 and BMI. The measured visceral fat confirms the VAI and CMI calculated from your blood test.
Before the test
By appointment. No food for 2–3 hours, no intense exercise for 12 hours, empty bladder.
Not performed in patients with a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device, or during pregnancy.
Chapter 03
Movement · Musculoskeletal & postural assessment
KINVENT
Precise digital measurements in place of visual estimation: muscle strength, joint mobility and flexibility, with detailed analysis of balance and movement.
Results are compared with age- and sex-specific reference values, with measurable progress tracking throughout treatment. The report is delivered the same day.
Indications
Prevention of muscle loss (sarcopenia), fall-risk assessment (recommended over 65), rehabilitation follow-up, cervical and postural assessment (tension headache, neck and jaw pain), performance.
Six sensors
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K-Plates
Left/right weight distribution
Postural balance, weight-bearing asymmetry
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K-Push
Maximal pushing force
Strength of a targeted muscle group
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K-Pull
Maximal pulling force
Traction or holding strength (e.g. hamstrings)
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K-Move
Range of motion
Joint mobility and functional recovery
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K-Bubble
Pressure biofeedback
Fine motor control and core stabilisation
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K-Grip
Grip strength
Marker of overall strength and healthy ageing
Two levels of assessment
- Mini Assessment
- 16 measures · K-Plates, K-Push, K-Move, K-Grip
- Full Assessment
- 25–35 measures · K-Plates, K-Push, K-Pull, K-Move, K-Bubble, K-Grip
03Three views
Not three versions of the same test.
Each observes a different dimension. Which assessments are relevant depends on each person: not everyone needs all three.
04Check-up 360°
Measurement within a broader pathway.
The Functional Medicine Check-up 360° builds a picture from an extended blood panel and clinical measurements, then turns your scores into a personalized action plan, with a follow-up assessment at 3–6 months.
Recommended add-ons MESI mTABLET · Z-Metrix · KINVENT
Explore Check-up 360°05Which assessment?
The right assessment depends on you.
There is no single test for everyone. Which assessment is relevant depends on your situation, and is best discussed with FMDC.
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