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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
Read MoreFOLATE
A deficiency of folic acid is common in pregnant women, alcoholics, or individuals who do not have enough raw fruits and vegetables in their diet. The most reliable method of testing a folate deficiency is by checking the folate levels in both...
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The Ferritin Test measures the level of ferritin molecules in the blood. Ferritin is a protein in the body that binds to iron. The level of ferritin correlates with the total amount of iron stored in the body. Ferritin is low in those with...
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