Lab Testing

Blood Analysis

If additional testing is required, blood work can be requisitioned through a local Life Labs. It is highly recommended that all patients bring copies of their lab work for the initial consultation whenever possible.

Common blood testing may include:

Thyroid Panel
Blood sugar
Iron
Cholesterol Panel
Vitamin B12
Liver Enzymes
Hormones – Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone
Inflammatory Markers
Complete Blood Count

Food Sensitivity Testing (IgG)

Food sensitivities occur when the body has ingested a food that triggers the immune system to react negatively and cause inflammation. It can occur within hours or within a few days and because of this delay, it can be difficult to determine which foods were the sources of the problem. Symptoms can range from:

Digestive symptoms:

Bloating
Gas
Constipation
Diarrhea
Skin rashes
Eczema
Psoriasis
Chronic itching
Headaches
Migraines

Mood disorders:

Hyperactivity
Lack of concentration and focus
Anxiety
Depression

Respiratory symptoms:

Runny nose
Puffiness around eyes
Joint pain and discomfort

The procedure involves a blood draw from a local lab, which identifies food sensitivities that may be causing any number of health complaints. A 120, 160 or 220 food panel is taken with the most common foods eaten, including meat, fish, dairy, grains, nuts, coffee, sugar, other sweeteners, vegetables and fruits. This test can be valuable for assessing food intolerances and sensitivities in individuals 2 years and older. It is important to consume a wide variety of foods at least 5 days prior to taking the test to have the most accurate results.

Stool Analysis

Comprehensive Stool Analysis
Parasite Testing
Yeast Culture
Microbiology

Breath Tests

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)

Salivary Hormone Testing

A wide array of hormone testing can be done via the saliva, as individual hormones or as panels.

Estrogen
Progesterone
Testosterone
Cortisol

Female Hormone Panel:

This panel measures the hormones: estradiol, progesterone, cortisol, DHEA-S, and testosterone. Conditions such as a menstrual irregularities, perimenopausal symptoms, PMS, heavy and painful periods, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, tender breasts, fibrocystic breasts and ovarian cysts can all be related to hormone irregularities. Imbalances can contribute to the following hormone-related conditions:

Weight gain
Low libido
Insomnia
Fatigue
Depression
Irritability
Sleep disturbances
Hot flashes
Migraines
Infertility
Bone loss

Male Hormone Panel

This panel measures levels of testosterone, cortisol, DHEA-S and estradiol. Imbalances can lead to the following hormone-related conditions:

Erectile dysfunction
Low libido
Memory loss
Low mood
Irritability
Breast enlargement
Weight gain
Prostate enlargement

Urinary Analysis

A urinary dipstick can be performed, analyzing for possible infection.

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