LEAP Protocol & MRT Interpretation Flashcards
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Which of the following describes a 'mediator' in the context of MRT food sensitivity testing?
Answer: A chemical substance (e.g., cytokine, prostaglandin, histamine) released by immune cells upon antigen exposure
Mediators such as histamine, cytokines, and prostaglandins are released by white blood cells when stimulated by reactive food antigens, causing inflammation and symptoms.
A patient's MRT report lists caffeine as highly reactive (red zone). Which common food/beverage should the CLT ensure is eliminated beyond just coffee?
Answer: Dark chocolate and tea
Caffeine is present in coffee, black/green tea, dark chocolate, energy drinks, and many sodas; all must be avoided when caffeine tests as highly reactive.
The 'LEAP' acronym in CLT certification stands for:
Answer: Lifestyle Eating and Performance
LEAP stands for Lifestyle Eating and Performance, emphasizing that the dietary approach is meant to improve overall quality of life and functional wellness, not just eliminate symptoms.
When a CLT reviews an MRT report and finds that a patient is highly reactive to both cow's milk and casein, what is the most important counseling point?
Answer: Eliminate both independently, since casein appears in many non-dairy products such as some deli meats and margarines
Casein is added to many non-dairy processed foods; patients reactive to casein must read labels carefully beyond just avoiding dairy products.
Which of the following factors can invalidate an MRT blood sample before it reaches the laboratory?
Answer: Excessive delay in shipping causing sample degradation
MRT samples are time-sensitive; significant shipping delays or improper temperature control can degrade white blood cells and produce unreliable results.
A CLT patient with migraine has saccharin listed as moderately reactive (yellow zone). What class of reactive substance does saccharin belong to on the MRT panel?
Answer: Food chemical/additive
Saccharin is an artificial sweetener classified as a food chemical/additive on the MRT panel, alongside preservatives, colorings, and flavor enhancers.
According to LEAP protocol best practices, how should a CLT handle a reactive food that is also a nutritionally critical staple (e.g., salmon as a primary omega-3 source)?
Answer: Eliminate the reactive food and counsel the patient on alternative non-reactive omega-3 sources
Reactive foods must be eliminated regardless of nutritional value; the CLT's role is to identify tolerated alternative foods or supplements that meet the same nutritional need.