Foundational Functional Labs
The type of labs being run on a client depend on a client’s main complaints and case complexity. The more labs a client runs the more clues can be found of where systems are dysfunctional and need work. I look at the body as a whole to determine where metabolic breakdown is occurring and why. Most of the labs can be done in the convenience of your home at a time that works best for you. These labs are different than the labs your doctor runs. Doctors screen for disease looking at one area in particular and treat symptoms primarily with medication. Sometimes this is very necessary, BUT what if it wasn’t? Below are just a few of the labs I offer and combine with lifestyle coaching.
DUTCH TEST - DRIED URINE
Evaluates HPA axis dysfunction and insight into adrenal insufficiency, circadian rhythm, sex and stress hormones: Cortisol, DHEA-S, Testosterone, Estradiol, Progesterone, along with their metabolites, Melatonin, 8-OHdG (oxidative stress/cell damage including DNA), glutathione, indican (protein breakdown/dysbiosis), dopamine, norepinephrine/epinephrine, vitamin B12 & B6.
GI MICROBIAL ASSAY PLUS - STOOL SAMPLE
Identifies pathogens in the gastrointestinal tract- H.Pylori, yeast/fungus, parasites, commensal & opportunistic bacteria, viruses, worms. Includes markers for gluten sensitivity, pancreatic enzyme sufficiency, blood, fat digestion/maldigestion, gut immunity, gut inflammation, detoxification.
ORGANIC ACID TEST - URINE
Provides insight into the body’s cellular metabolic processes- digestive issues, energy issues, mood disorders, nutrient deficiencies, vitamin status, enzyme deficit, toxicity, and detoxification capacities. Yeast/fungal markers, bacterial markers, mitochondria, neurotransmitter production/metabolism (dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine), minerals (calcium, magnesium, creatinine) mold illness/exposure, oxalate issues.
KBMO DIAGNOSTICS FIT TEST WITH GUT BARRIER PANEL FINGERSTICK- BLOOD SPOTS
Identifies 176 inflammation-provoking foods, food colorings, and additives. Gives insight on foods to avoid, the integrity of the gut, inflammation, and prevention from healing.
HAIR TISSUE MINERAL ASSESSMENT- HAIR SWATCH
Looks at nutrient mineral/electrolyte levels in the body’s tissues. Includes calcium, chromium, magnesium, selenium, sodium, phosphorus, potassium, nickel, iron, cobalt, copper, molybdenum, manganese, lithium, zinc, and boron. Minerals are the drivers of cell function. Clues can be found on metal toxicity (lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, and aluminum), adrenal health, hormones, thyroid function, inflammation, blood sugar balance, etc.
FUNCTIONAL BLOOD CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS
As an added service, I can use your blood chemistry labs from the past 90 days to gain further clues into your health issues from a functional perspective. This means I can use your Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Complete Blood Count (CBC), lipid panel, iron panel, and thyroid panel to give me further clues to correlate with your history, symptoms, and other lab work as to WHY your markers are low or high. You can upload your bloodwork into my secure client portal, or I can help facilitate a blood draw for you.
FULL THYROID PANEL
TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, Total T4, Total T3, Thyroglobulin Antibody, Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody
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