BLOOD WORK
Complete Blood Count – Measures markers related to red and white blood cells counts
Cholesterol Panel – Measures total cholesterol, LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL (good cholesterol) as markers of potential cardiovascular risk.
Fasting Glucose and HbA1c – Measures blood sugar levels related to diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hypoglycemia, and insulin resistance.
Ferritin – Measures stored iron levels. Low ferritin is a marker for anemia and often presents with fatigue, dizziness, poor wound healing and frequent infections.
Thyroid Panel (TSH, free T3 & free T4) – Thyroid function is directly correlated to metabolism. A hypo-functioning thyroid can present with fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, brittle hair and nails, as well as depression and mood changes. In contrast, hyperthyroid often presents with anxiety, extreme or rapid weight loss, irritability, rapid heartbeat and sweating.
Anti–TPO (anti-thyroid peroxidase) – is used to assess for autoimmune thyroid conditions.
Vitamin B12 – low B12 levels are also a form of anemia and poor blood oxygen levels, which may present with fatigue, frequent infections, neuropathy or tingling sensation in the hands and feet.
Vitamin D – vitamin D is used for boosting immunity, bone health, cardiovascular health and as a cancer-preventing agent.
AM & PM Cortisol – These measures of adrenal function, which may correlate to stress, anxiety, fatigue, burnout, immune status and chronic inflammation.
Kidney Panel – Used as a measure for acute or chronic kidney dysfunction, assessment of electrolyte levels, blood sugar and monitoring for reactions to certain prescription medications.
Liver Enzymes – Assesses for baseline function and potential injury or damage to the liver. Useful in the assessment of chronic substance abuse and long-term reactions to certain medications.
Celiac Disease Panel – Used as a diagnostic tool for autoimmune reactivity to wheat and gluten as well as extreme abdominal pain, indigestion, and malabsorption of nutrients
