Functional Lab Tests: A Personalized Approach to Health

My goal is always to help you get to the root of what’s going on, not just manage symptoms.

While nutrition and lifestyle changes can make a big difference on their own, they don’t always give us the full picture. And if you’ve ever felt like you’re guessing or trying things without clear answers, you’re not alone. This is where lab testing can be really helpful.

If you have any recent conventional lab work, I always recommend uploading it to your portal before your appointment. It gives us a great starting point and helps me understand what’s already been looked at.

For a deeper, more comprehensive view, I often recommend additional testing. I commonly use platforms like Function Health, which offers access to a wide range of labs that can help uncover underlying imbalances or deficiencies.

Depending on your needs, I may suggest functional testing such as:

• 3x4 Genetics
  Helps identify genetic patterns that can influence how your body responds to nutrients, stress, and lifestyle factors

• DUTCH Testing
  A comprehensive look at hormones, adrenal function, and your stress response

• GI-MAP Stool Test
  Provides insight into gut health, including the microbiome, pathogens, and inflammation

• Nutrient Testing
  Identifies potential deficiencies in key vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants

• Food Antibody Testing
  Can help uncover sensitivities that may be contributing to inflammation or digestive symptoms

• Additional testing as needed
  Everything is personalized based on your symptoms, goals, and history

The goal with testing is not to overcomplicate things, but to give us clear, useful information so we can make more targeted decisions. It often helps save time, reduce guesswork, and create a plan that’s truly tailored to you.

If you’re unsure whether testing makes sense for you, I’m always happy to talk it through and decide what feels most appropriate for your situation.