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You can now self-refer to your preferred testing centre
The Only Tier 1 Diagnostic Test for Endometriosis
Canadian clinics offering ENDOSURE Test
| Clinic | Location | Lead Provider | Phone | Fax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Links Medical Clinic | Edmonton, AB (Mira Health Centre, #109 – 11910 111 Ave NW) | Dr. Sam Azer, OBGYN | +1 (780) 454-0351 | +1 (780) 429-0372 |
| CReATe Fertility London | London, ON (215 Fanshawe Park Road West, Suite 10) | Dr. John McNaught, OBGYN | +1 (519) 472-9333 | +1 (519) 286-0277 |
DIAGNOSTIC SUPPORT for ENDOMETRIOSIS
- Patients under 36: 99% accuracy, 95% sensitivity, 96% specificity
- Patients 36+: 98% accuracy, 91% sensitivity, 95% specificity
- Detects all disease stages
- Detects all disease subtypes & adenomyosis
ACCESSIBLE TESTING
- For all ages, premenarche to post menopause
- Painless & trauma informed
- Minimal patient preparation
- You remain fully clothed during test
- Testing takes less than an hour
Clinical Uses
- Rapid diagnosis
- Post treatment monitoring
- Confirming factor for infertility
- Adolescent screening
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TIER-1 Diagnostic Test for Endometriosis
ENDOSURE is an accurate yet non-invasive diagnostic test for endometriosis. The ENDOSURE test uses an electroviscerography system (EVG), an analytical instrument that collects Gastro Intestinal Myoelectrical Activity (GIMA) signals from the abdomen through dry electrodes. The test detects endometriosis presence by measuring a GIMA pattern unique to endometriosis sufferers, known as the GIMA biomarker. Very similar to an electrocardiogram/EKG it’s easy to perform and provides a near-instant diagnostic result using simple, objective GIMA data.
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ENDOSURE test records patient GIMA pattern over 30-minutes, then compares data to the GIMA biomarker of endometriosis, a known digital “fingerprint” of people who suffer from endometriosis.2,3
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect during an ENDOSURE test?
Testing is painless and takes just under an hour. You will be asked to relax, avoid movement, avoid talking, and to breathe normally. ENDOSURE test is most similar to an ECG, but for the gut: electrodes record gastrointestinal myoelectric activity (GIMA) for 30 minutes. Be sure to use the bathroom first, you cannot move once testing begins.
How long does an ENDOSURE test take?
Testing takes just under an hour. Arrive 15 minutes before your testing time to fill in a questionnaire, then plan to be in testing for an hour: 20 minutes preparation + 30-minutes active GIMA recording.
Are there any risks associated with ENDOSURE?
There are no risks associated with this test. There are no components that are used during the test equipment that are harmful. No anesthesia is required for this test.
When should I schedule my ENDOSURE test?
Scheduling ENDOSURE Test:
- Testing cannot be done during menstruation.
- Ensure other diseases you may have are stable. List of concening illnesses:
-Celiac disease
-Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis
-Small bowel bacterial overgrowth
-Bowel obstruction
-Viral or Bacterial gastroenteritis
-Persistent Nausea and vomiting - Wait 2 WEEKS after resolution of:
-Acute gastrointestinal illness
-Intra-abdominal infection
-Intra-pelvic infection
- Wait 3 MONTHS after recovery from abdominal or pelvic surgery of any type
How can I arrive for ENDOSURE testing prepared?
Preparation includes:
Up to 2-hours before test:
Take prescribed medications with small sips of water at least 2-hours before the test.
8-hours before test:
No food, water, fluids, gum
No caffeine (coffee, tea, energy drinks)
2-Days/48 hours before test
No opioid pain medications that slow the bowel:
Codeine, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone +/- acetaminophen, Morphine, hydromorphone, Tramadol +/- acetaminophen
3-Days/72 hours before test
Medications that change intestinal movement:
Metoclopramide, Domperidone, Itopride, Levosulpiride, Erythromycin, Dicyclomine, Hyoscine butylbromide, Loperamide
30-days before test
Discontinue THC containing cannabis products
GLP-1 receptor agonists that slow stomach emptying: Tirzepatide – Mounjaro, Semaglutide – Ozempic/Wegovy
Do not stop medications until speaking with your doctor or your pharmacist. If in doubt, please check with your doctor or pharmacist in advance of the test.
What should I do to arrive prepared on the day of the test?
- Plan to be in testing for an hour; 20 minutes prep + 30-minutes active recording.
- Loose-fitting, 2-piece clothing that is relaxed and warm should be worn.
- Do not use lotions, oils, self-tanning products or perfumes.
- Use the bathroom first, you cannot move once testing begins.
- Smartphones, watches and other electronic devices should be shut off and put away.
What if I'm diabetic?
A 200 kcal meal is allowed 2 hours or more before testing if you are diabetic.
This could be a dry piece of toast and 125mL of clear juice or 2 rice crackers and 125 mL of clear juice.
No food or liquids are allowed within 2 hours before testing.
Other instructions remain the same.
What medications can affect the ENDOSURE test?
Opioid pain medications that slow the bowel: Codeine, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone +/- acetaminophen, Morphine, hydromorphone, Tramadol +/- acetaminophen
Medications that change intestinal movement: Metoclopramide, Domperidone, Itopride, Levosulpiride, Erythromycin, Dicyclomine, Hyoscine butylbromide, Loperamide
GLP-1 receptor agonists that slow stomach emptying: Tirzepatide – Mounjaro, Semaglutide – Ozempic/Wegovy
THC containing cannabis products
Should I stop my ADHD medications?
Do not stop taking any prescribed medications without your doctor’s approve, including for ADHD medications.
Can I continue using marijuana?
Preparations containing THC should be discontinued 30 days prior to ENDOSURE testing. Do not stop medications until speaking with your doctor or your pharmacist.
When do I see test results?
Results are usually uploaded to your patient file in the testing clinics EHR system. Patients generally book a separate consult with the attending clinician to review results. Check with your clinic to find out your next steps.
Can I rely on ENDOSURE test for a diagnosis?
ENDOSURE test is a highly accurate clinical tool providing supporting evidence and helps your clinician confidently diagnose endometriosis. Published results are as follows:
Females ≤35 years:
99% accurate
95% sensitivity
96% specificity
Females 36 years+:
98% accurate
91% sensitivity
95% specificity
Is the ENDOSURE test covered by provincial healthcare plans?
ENDOSURE test is only available at private clinics in Canada and is not covered by provincial plans (e.g. AHCIP, OHIP). Private insurance has reimbursed some patients, so receipts should be submitted. Talk to your clinician and ask for a referral, which may aid you when making a claim.
What are the most common endometriosis symptoms?
- Dysmenorrhea, Chronic pelvic pain (painful periods)
- Menorrhagia
- Dysuria, Dyschezia, or Dyspareunia (pain during urination, bowel movements or intercourse)
- IBS, GI issues
- Urinary infection unresponsive to treatment
- Unexplained fatigue or Brain fog
- Anxiety or depression
- Unexplained infertility
- Frequent miscarriage
- Previous high-risk pregnancy
What is endometriosis?
When endometrial-like tissue grows in areas other than the uterus, it’s known as endometriosis. Endometrial tissue lines the uterus, thickens each month in response to hormones, and if pregnancy is not achieve will shed during menstruation and leave the body. Endometrial lesions also build up in response to hormones, but the tissue has nowhere to go during menstruation. This results in pain & inflammation, and eventually scarring & adhesions.
What Clinicians are Saying
- Dr. David Griffiths, Consultant Gynaecologist MB ChB, FRCOG
“ Until now we haven’t had a very good, simple, easy, quick, inexpensive screening test for endometriosis. Until now the only way to diagnose endometriosis definitively has been with a surgical procedure. We have the potential to crack that nut.
Larry Glazerman, MD, MBA
-Dr. Sarah Roth, ND
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