Pediatric Neuro-Metabolic Test | Kite Health
The first-of-its-kind Pediatric Neuro-Metabolic Test uncovers gut–brain–immune imbalances in autism and ADHD by measuring microbial and immune metabolites in urine—with a stool add-on for deeper insights.
How the urine-based metabolic test works
Kite’s first test is a simple at-home urine test designed to give families a clearer picture of how a child’s body is functioning behind the scenes. Instead of focusing only on symptoms, the test looks at natural signals the body produces as it processes food, creates energy, and interacts with gut bacteria. These signals can help reveal patterns that may relate to common challenges families notice in everyday life—such as digestion issues, brain fog, low energy, mood changes, sleep difficulties, or reactions to certain foods.
The Kite platform then translates these results into clear, parent-friendly insights that connect what’s happening inside the body with what families observe day to day, helping parents and clinicians identify practical areas to explore together while tracking changes over time.
Why metabolites can be more actionable than microbe lists
Many tests look at one layer of biology. That information can be helpful, but it doesn’t always make the next step obvious for families.
Metabolite testing looks at what the body is actually doing right now. Instead of only identifying microbes, hormones, or nutrient levels, it measures the small molecules produced when the body digests food, produces energy, and interacts with gut microbes. These molecules—called metabolites—often provide a clearer signal about which biological pathways may need support (Tomar, Manendra S. et al. 2025).
Kite uses this functional approach to support a repeatable sequence: start with symptoms, interpret signals in context (diet, meds/supplements, illness, sleep debt), choose low-risk actions first, and track change. Because metabolites can shift with diet, stress, antibiotics, and sleep disruption, longitudinal tracking is built into the product.
What we measure
Select metabolites can be interpreted as contextual signals related to neurotransmitter pathways, supporting clinician discussions about mood, focus, and sleep.
Markers associated with microbial metabolism can align with GI symptoms and guide gut-support priorities, especially after antibiotics or recurring infections.
Markers related to carbohydrate processing can help contextualize blood sugar swings, energy dips, and post-meal dysregulation patterns.
Markers related to fatty acid metabolism can support conversations about energy utilization, diet patterns, and metabolic stress signals.
Certain organic acids reflect amino acid metabolism and functional demand for B-vitamin cofactors—relevant when diets are restricted or symptoms suggest nutrient strain.
CAC intermediates provide a window into mitochondrial energy pathways—often important when fatigue, low stamina, or stress intolerance amplify behavior and mood challenges.
Why Gut–Brain Matters in Autism and ADHD
fewer supportive species and more irritant-producers.
para-cresol, kynurenine detours, oxidative stress markers tied to sleep and behavior.
more primary bile acids, fewer microbial byproducts, suggesting inflammation and reduced diversity.
Why Urine?
With the Neuro-Metabolic Test, Kite Health measures 100+ energy, nutrional and microbial metabolites grouped into clear “clues”:
Why families like yours are essential
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Stool Add-On: Where to act in the Neighborhood?
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While urine shows what’s happening chemically, stool reveals where to act in the gut. The stool kit checks for:
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What this test can and cannot do
Why it’s next generation:
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FAQ
Is this the same as microbiome sequencing?
No. Sequencing identifies microbes present. Kite’s body chemistry style approach measures metabolite outputs that reflect functional activity and can be easier to translate into interventions.
Can results change quickly?
Yes. Diet, illness, antibiotics, supplements, sleep disruption, and stress can shift metabolites—one reason tracking and intentional retesting can be valuable.
Why does Kite emphasize “foundation first”?
Because the safest, highest-impact actions for many families begin with basics like sleep consistency, hydration, constipation support, brain fog, and nutrient-dense foods before advanced protocols.
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