Kite Health for TACA families

Who we are

We're parents and pediatric physicians and practitioners raising neurodiverse children. We built Kite Health because families deserve better than waiting and guessing. The test uses a simple urine sample you collect at home, and we explain the results in plain language.

Melina Gardeazabal, founder of Kite Health

Jenna Arruda, MD, integrative pediatrician and Kite Health advisor

Sudeb Dalai, MD, PhD, physician-scientist and Kite Health advisor

Julie Matthews, MS, autism nutrition researcher and Kite Health advisor

Experts from Arizona State University, Stanford University and King's College London

How it Works

Three steps. No blood draw. No guesswork.

Order your at-home kit
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Collect a sample in 5 minutes

A simple, non-invasive urine collection at home — no needles, no clinic visit, no blood draw.

Get your results

A plain language report showing what your child's markers look like, ready to bring to their care team. Your action plan follows in 4-6 weeks.

Research

Built on a growing body of published research

These are active areas of research in neurodevelopmental health. They are the reason we look at these markers.

Mitochondrial dysfunction
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200+ studies

Urinary metabolomics
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40+ studies

GI dysfunction
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60+ studies

Nutritional deficiency
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30+ studies

Immune & inflammatory differences
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70+ studies

Sleep dysfunction
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25+ studies

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5 Reasons the Same Diet Doesn't Work for Every Child

A 13 page guide by our globally respected certified nutrition expert and published researcher. Five reasons, what the evidence says, and three kid-friendly recipes.

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FAQ

Let's answer your questions

Everything you need to know.

Is this a diagnostic test for autism, ADHD or any other neurodiverse condition?

No. Autism and ADHD are clinical diagnoses. Kite provides wellness insights to help families and practitioners understand gut-brain-metabolic patterns.

Does this test identify the root causes of my child’s health issues?

No one test can address all root issues. While our urine test focuses on metabolic answers, it also helps identify when additional testing may be useful, such as stool tests to assess microbiome composition, blood tests to evaluate nutrients and inflammation, hormone panels to understand stress patterns, and genetic testing for deeper insights.

How is this different from a microbiome test?

Microbiome tests focus on which microbes are present. Kite looks at what those microbes are actually doing—by measuring metabolites and metabolic activity—so results are easier to act on and track over time.

My child is sensory-sensitive or a picky eater—can we still do this?

Yes. The kit and guidance are designed for neurodiverse families and “real life,” not perfection. By completing the diet and lifestyle questionnaires, Kite can learn about your family’s lifestyle and build those into your action plans.

Is it evidence-based?

Yes. Kite is grounded in peer-reviewed research and established laboratory testing. We look at biomarkers related to nutrition, metabolism, gut health, energy production, and other biological pathways that research has associated with health and neurodevelopment. These results provide additional biological context that families can review with their healthcare team.

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Who we are

Three steps. No blood draw. No guesswork.

Built on a growing body of published research

5 Reasons the Same Diet Doesn't Work for Every Child

Let's answer your questions

You don't need another diagnosis with no next step.