Specialty Lab Tests, Explained
Comprehensive clinical guides to the specialty lab tests used in functional and integrative medicine. Understand what each test measures, when to order it, and how to interpret results.
DUTCH Test: Complete Guide to Hormone Testing
Everything you need to know about the DUTCH test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) — estrogen metabolism, cortisol patterns, adrenal health, and what your results mean.
Genetic Panels: MTHFR, COMT, APOE & More Explained
Clinical guide to genetic testing in functional medicine — MTHFR, COMT, APOE, VDR, and CYP variants. What they mean, when to test, and how to act on your results.
GI-MAP Test: Complete Gut Health Assessment Guide
Clinical guide to the GI-MAP stool test — bacterial pathogens, parasites, beneficial flora, inflammation markers, and how to interpret results for gut health optimization.
Heavy Metals Testing: Lead, Mercury, Arsenic & More
Complete guide to heavy metals testing — urine, blood, and hair analysis for toxic metals including lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium. Symptoms, testing methods, and detoxification support.
Mycotoxin Testing: Mold Exposure & CIRS Guide
Clinical guide to mycotoxin testing and CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome). Understand mold exposure testing, the MycoTOX panel, and treatment frameworks.
NMR LipoProfile: Advanced Lipid Testing Guide
Go beyond the standard lipid panel with NMR LipoProfile — LDL particle number, particle size, LP-IR score, ApoB, and Lp(a). The advanced cardiovascular risk markers that matter.
Organic Acids Test (OAT): Complete Clinical Guide
The OAT is one of functional medicine's most powerful screening tools. Learn about mitochondrial markers, neurotransmitter metabolites, yeast/bacterial markers, and nutritional assessment.
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