The Luteinizing Hormone or LH Test measures how much of the hormone is in your blood. The LH is produced by the pituitary gland in both men and women. In females, this hormone helps regulate the menstrual cycle and egg production. It is common to see LH levels rise and...
Read MoreINTOLERANCE AND SENSITIVITY (200 FOOD PANEL)
Intolerances differ significantly from allergies. Unlike allergies, intolerances may vary from situation to situation, while an allergy always produces the same reaction. Intolerances are caused by the body’s inability to process specific substances and may cause bloating, digestive problems such as gas and/or diarrhea, fatigue, headaches and even the inability...
Read MoreHOMOCYSTEINE TEST
Homocysteine is an amino acid that is normally present in very small amounts in the blood. Normally the vitamins B6, B12, and folate quickly convert homocysteine to other products but when there is a deficiency of these vitamins leaves the amino acid in the blood at higher than normal levels. ...
Read MoreHIGH SENSITIVITY C-REACTIVE PROTEIN CARDIAC
The C‐Reactive Protein (High Sensitivity, Cardiac) (CRP) is a blood test that measures the amount of protein (called C‐reactive Protein) in your blood that indicates inflammation. It’s also used to assess your risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). “High Sensitivity” means that this particular test can see if you have an...
Read MoreHEPATIC FUNCTION PANEL
The Liver Function Panel (Hepatic Function) measures the blood levels of seven tests that you may want to check to see how well your liver is working. Your doctor may order it if you’re suffering from symptoms related to liver disease or if you regularly take medicine, which can affect...
Read MoreHEMOGLOBIN A1C (DIABETES MONITORING)
The Hemoglobin A1c Test is a valuable measure of the overall blood glucose levels over a period of time (2‐3 months). This test can be used to help detect pre‐diabetes and diagnose diabetes. If you’re diabetic, this test can help determine if your disease is under control. TEST DETAILS Is...
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The Glucose (Serum) Test, also known as the Fasting Blood Glucose Test, is the most common test used to diagnose hyperglycemia (higher than normal levels of blood sugar), hypoglycemia (lower than normal levels of blood sugar) and diabetes. It’s commonly given by your doctor every year and during pregnancy. In...
Read MoreFREE TRIIODOTHYRONINE
Free T3 measures the free, unbound levels of triiodothyronine in your bloodstream. Free T3 is considered more accurate than Total T3. Free T3 is typically elevated in hyperthyroidism and lowered in hypothyroidism. FAQS AM I REQUIRED TO FAST? No IS A DOCTOR'S ORDER REQUIRED? No. You do not need to...
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Free T4 measures the free, unbound thyroxine levels in your bloodstream. Free T4 is typically elevated in hyperthyroidism, and lowered in hypothyroidism. Free or unbound T4 levels represent the level of hormone available for uptake and use by cells. Because the free levels of T4 represent immediately available hormone, free...
Read MoreFOOD AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUPER COMBO (IGE AND IGG)
When people think of allergies what typically comes to mind is the standard allergy symptoms we all know or have experienced. Our bodies may mistakenly identify a substance as toxic and produce antibodies against common foods or environmental substances. This type of reaction is caused by IgE antibodies. Allergic reactions...
Read MoreFOOD AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMPREHENSIVE IGG ALLERGY PANEL
When people think of allergies what typically comes to mind is the standard allergy symptoms we all know or have experienced. Our bodies may mistakenly identify a substance as toxic and produce antibodies against common foods or environmental substances. This type of reaction is caused by IgE antibodies. There is...
Read MoreFOLLICLE STIMULATING HORMONE (FSH)
The Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) test measures the amount of FSH, a sex hormone produced by the pituitary gland, in your blood. In women, Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) stimulates production of eggs and a hormone called estradiol during the first half of the menstrual cycle. In men, Follicle Stimulating Hormone...
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