Advanced Practice Wellness Clinic

PROSTATE SPECIFIC ANTIGEN (PSA)

The PSA Test (or Prostate Specific Antigen) is a substance a man’s prostate gland produces. This blood test will measure your PSA levels and if elevated, it may indicate prostate cancer or prostatitis (an enlarged prostate). TEST DETAILS No matter what age you are, all men need a PSA Test. ...

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PROGESTERONE

The Progesterone Test measures the amount of the hormone in your blood. Progesterone is a female hormone produced by the ovaries and it’s essential for pregnancy. It prepares the uterus for fertilization and produces breast milk. The hormone also plays a role in sexual desire. TEST DETAILS Are you worried...

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POTASSIUM TEST

Potassium is a simple mineral that is important for the regulation of our heartbeat.  It, along with other electrolytes like sodium and chloride, helps to maintain the proper fluid and electrolyte balance, stimulates muscle contraction, and helps to regulate the acid and base balance in the body.  Each heart muscle...

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PHOSPHATE TEST

Phosphate is a charged ion in the blood that contains phosphorus, which is critical for building and repairing bones and teeth, helping nerves function, and making muscles contract.  It works closely with calcium in the body and most phosphorus (85%) is stored in the bones.  The kidneys filter extra phosphate...

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OSTEOPOROSIS RISK PANEL

The Osteoporosis Risk Panel includes ten different tests that evaluate your risk for osteoporosis – a debilitating disease that causes bones to become more fragile. Calcium and Vitamin D play a large part in diagnosing osteoporosis.  If you are deficient in these minerals, this panel will tell you.  The other...

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MOLD ALLERGY PANEL

In people with allergies the body produces antibodies against common environmental substances that create the typical allergy symptoms we all know or have experienced.  The antibodies or mast cells produce histamine which causes the allergic response.  Although the reaction is based on a healthy bodily function designed to protect us...

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MOLD (SENSITIVITY AND INTOLERANCE TESTING)

The Mold Allergy Panel tests for allergies, to common indoor and outdoor molds such as Cladosporium (the most common airborne outdoor mold), Phoma (especially common during wet periods), Penicillium (a common indoor mold, not associated with the antibiotic) and yeast among others. TEST DETAILS The Mold Allergy Panel tests for...

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MMA / BOXING FIGHTER PANEL

The Fighter Panel is specifically designed for those involved in MMA, Boxing, Kickboxing and other Combative Sports. Some competitive fighting sports require lab tests for the safety of the competitors.  Fighters need to be in top notch shape and need these tests to be eligible to compete.  Diseases that compromise...

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MAGNESIUIM TEST

Magnesium is a critical electrolyte that is necessary for proper muscle, nerve and enzyme function and is necessary for the body to make and use energy.  It also assists in the movement of other electrolytes, such as sodium and potassium, into and out of cells.  Low levels of magnesium are...

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LUTEINIZING HORMONE (LH)

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...

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INTOLERANCE 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...

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HOMOCYSTEINE 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. ...

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