Bloodwork
Analysis
People often seek functional medicine bloodwork because it provides a more comprehensive view of their overall health, focusing on underlying imbalances rather than just symptoms. Unlike conventional tests that may only flag obvious issues, functional medicine bloodwork examines a wider range of biomarkers, including nutrient levels, hormonal imbalances, and inflammatory markers. This approach aims to identify root causes of health concerns and optimize well-being by addressing potential deficiencies or disruptions in bodily systems. By understanding these nuances, individuals can make more informed decisions about their health, pursue targeted interventions, and adopt personalized lifestyle changes for long-term wellness.
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Book your New Patient Functional Medicine Apt.
At your first appointment, we will determine your symptoms, past medical history and goals. The practitioner will then determine which bloodwork needs to be run and send you for applicable testing. Book Here
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What types of labs are run?
Immune function, blood sugar markers, hormones, cholesterol, inflammatory markers, full thyroid panel, nutrients, liver function, cardiovascular risk markers, etc.
Examples include: CBC, CMP, hsCRP, Lipid Panel, TSH, Free and Total T3/T4, Thyroid Antibodies, HgA1C, Glucose, Insulin, Vitamin D, B12/Folate, Iron, Ferritin, ESR, ANA, Progesterone, Estrogens, FSH, LH, AMH, GGT, Epstein-Barr, and more
*Analysis is based on functional medicine ranges, which is different than conventional medicine ranges and more comprehensive based on your symptoms at hand
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Where do I get labs drawn? Are labs run through insurance?
Any Labcorp location. It is up to you to determine if you have bloodwork coverage through your insurance and we are not liable if the labs are not covered through your insurance. If you are unsure, we advise running the labs outside of insurance which is usually less than $350.
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How many appointments do I need? What if I also want gut, hormone or toxin testing done?
If you are just interested in bloodwork check for preventative care, we can complete this through a New Patient Functional Medicine and two follow up functional medicine appointments. The first follow up is for bloodwork review and the second is for symptom and progress check in. If you would like gut, hormone, or toxin testing we would have you work with a bundle option. Details here:
We are excited to work with you on your functional medicine journey.