Functional Medicine is root cause medicine. We utilize specialized laboratory testing, along with a thorough evaluation, to identify underlying imbalances and dysfunction before they turn into disease. These imbalances are corrected through nutritional and lifestyle recommendations. Many diseases can be traced back to physiological and nutritional imbalances. Functional Medicine can also be great for people who feel good, but just want to improve their overall health!
Oftentimes lab markers are not flagged until a disease state has already developed. Functional Medicine takes out the gray zone of laboratory analysis, and helps you know what is optimal and not just acceptable.
Blood
Blood testing can be used to assess many areas, including:
Immune health, cardiovascular health, vitamin status, inflammation, blood sugar balance, kidney function, adrenal function, and much more!
Stool
Stool testing is a great way to assess gut function. Areas assessed can include:
Gut inflammation, digestion and absorption of nutrients, probiotic organisms, overgrowth of bad bacteria, parasites, fungi, immune function, gluten sensitivity, and so much more!
Urine
Urine testing can be utilized to assess many different areas, including:
Hormone balance, adrenal health, mitochondrial function, nutrient status, infection, heavy metals, environmental toxins, mold exposure, and much more!
Saliva
Saliva testing is great for key areas of health, such as genetics:
When we know your genetic blueprint, it is easier to see where you are more vulnerable to dysfunction and disease, and prevent further issues. Genes are not our destiny, but they can help direct wellness. Saliva can also be used to test hormone balance and gut infections.