Functional Medicine tests
Advanced and functional markers people use to look deeper: inflammation, ApoB, Lp(a), insulin resistance, iron stores, omega-3s, cortisol and more.
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hs-CRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)
A sensitive marker of general inflammation, often looked at alongside cholesterol.
Homocysteine
An amino acid linked to B-vitamin status and studied as a heart-health marker.
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
Counts atherogenic cholesterol-carrying particles; a more detailed look than LDL alone.
Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]
A largely inherited cholesterol particle; many people only need to check it once.
Fasting Insulin & HOMA-IR
Fasting insulin, often paired with glucose to estimate insulin resistance (HOMA-IR).
Ferritin & Iron Panel
Iron stores (ferritin) plus iron and iron-binding capacity.
Omega-3 Index / Fatty Acids
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid levels in the blood.
Cortisol (AM)
The body's main stress hormone, usually measured in the morning.
Thyroid Antibodies (TPO)
Antibodies against the thyroid, used in evaluating autoimmune thyroid conditions.
Comprehensive Wellness & Functional Panels
Bundled panels that combine CBC, CMP, lipids, thyroid, vitamins and advanced markers in one order.
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