ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL LAB TESTING
The Key Is … ADVANCED TESTING!
FUNCTIONAL LAB TESTING
In Functional or ‘Foundational’ Medicine, we often refer to ourselves as ‘Disease Detectives’.
So, how do we find the HIDDEN clues that lie at the ROOT of your health challenges?
To start, we rely on the one ESSENTAIL tool that’s usually the first choice when trying to get to the bottom of any health symptom.
I’m talking about…
Ordering the right tests.
Functional lab testing helps identify hormone imbalances, metabolic issues, thyroid problems, autoimmune dysfunction, and so much more.
Question: Is a ‘normal’ lab result all your doctor is looking for?
If so, what exactly is NORMAL?
Most people assume that the lab values that they are being compared to are the ‘healthy’ ranges.
Not so!
They are more often the ‘average’ range.
In LIFESTYLE medicine, our goal is to OPTIMIZE your health.
That means bringing you to baseline and BEYOND.
Not merely to ‘FEEL OK’.
Therefore, we use DIFFERENT tests with DIFFERENT (usually narrower and more optimal) RANGES.
Advanced Metabolic Testing is the key to Functional Medicine Success!
It is very common to find things that MOST DOCTORS MISS.
We’re not smarter, we just have a DIFFERENT SET OF TOOLS.
Regular lab work is NOT enough! Advanced Testing is the key!
Functional Advanced Lab Testing commonly involves:
- Gut or MICROBIOME analysis
- HORMONE (including FAT BURNING hormones) testing
- Inflammatory markers
- FOOD SENSITIVITY or INTOLERANCES
- Environmental TOXICITY
- MOLD or MYCOTOXINS
- HEAVY METALS
- MICRONUTRIENT deficiencies
- Lyme
- And MUCH, MUCH MORE.
To get the superior results, we DO NOT GUESS…
We TEST!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is functional lab testing, and how does it differ from standard lab tests?
Functional lab testing uses advanced diagnostics to identify underlying imbalances in hormones, metabolism, gut health, and more. Unlike standard lab tests, which compare results to average ranges, functional tests use optimal ranges to detect subtle abnormalities before they become disease.
What types of tests are included in functional lab testing?
Tests may include gut microbiome analysis, hormone testing (including fat-burning hormones), inflammatory markers, food sensitivity testing, environmental toxicity screens, mold/mycotoxin testing, heavy metal testing, micronutrient deficiency testing, and Lyme disease screening.
How can functional lab testing help me?
Functional lab testing provides insights into the root causes of chronic symptoms, such as fatigue, weight gain, digestive issues, mood disorders, and immune dysfunction. It helps guide personalized treatment plans for lasting health improvements.
How is functional lab testing performed?
Testing is typically done using blood, saliva, urine, or stool samples, collected at home or in a lab. The results are reviewed by your practitioner to develop a targeted health plan.
What should I expect after functional lab testing?
After testing, you’ll receive a comprehensive review of your results and a personalized treatment plan. This may include dietary changes, supplements, lifestyle modifications, and follow-up testing to monitor progress.