Metabolism Testing

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At WLC Medical, our Accredited Practising Dietitians carry out advanced, non-invasive metabolism testing in Belmont, Perth, using ECAL Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) technology.

This simple assessment provides valuable information about how your body uses energy at rest, with results available immediately to help your dietitian develop more personalised nutrition and lifestyle recommendations based on objective data rather than estimates.

Metabolism testing is not offered as a stand-alone service. It is included as part of your dietitian appointment or our DEXA Sport Package, with no GP referral required. The test is optional during a dietitian consultation, and you can choose not to proceed if you have any health limitations or concerns. If you have any questions about whether metabolism testing is suitable for you, please speak with our administration team before your appointment.

Why Test Your Metabolism?

Metabolic health plays an important role in how your body regulates weight, energy, blood sugar, and fat storage.

Metabolism testing may be beneficial for people wanting a better understanding of how their body uses energy, including those experiencing:

  • Difficulty losing or maintaining weight
  • Low energy or fatigue
  • Insulin resistance, PCOS, or fatty liver disease
  • Feeling that your body isn’t responding despite healthy eating and regular exercise
  • Wanting more personalised nutrition advice
  • Establishing a baseline before starting a health, fitness, or weight management program

Whether your goal is improving your overall health, supporting healthy ageing, enhancing sports performance, or gaining a clearer understanding of your metabolism, metabolism testing can provide valuable insight to help guide more personalised nutrition and lifestyle recommendations.

What Does the Test Measure?

The assessment takes approximately 5 minutes and simply involves sitting comfortably while breathing normally through a mouthpiece.

It provides information about:

  • Your Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
  • How efficiently your body burns fat and carbohydrates
  • Your overall metabolic efficiency

Results are interpreted by your dietitian alongside your medical history, blood test results, current eating habits, lifestyle, symptoms, and health goals during your appointment.

How Your Results Are Used

Rather than relying on estimates or generic formulas, metabolism testing provides objective information that helps your dietitian:

  • Tailor your energy and nutrition requirements more accurately
  • Identify signs of metabolic adaptation or metabolic stress
  • Reduce unnecessary trial-and-error approaches
  • Align nutrition and lifestyle recommendations with how your body is functioning at the time of testing

The goal isn’t to label your metabolism as “good” or “bad”, but to use reliable clinical information to support personalised, evidence-based care.

Take the Next Step

Whether you’re looking to better understand your metabolism, improve your nutrition, support healthy weight management, or establish a baseline for your health and fitness, our Accredited Practising Dietitians are here to help.

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FAQ's

Can I exercise before my Metabolism test?

No.

Do not exercise for at least 12 hours prior to the test.

Can I drink or eat before Metabolism Testing?

What do I wear to an appointment?

Can I bring someone to the appointment with me?

Should I tell the clinician if I’m taking any supplements or vitamins?