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Functional medicine labs provide valuable insights into the underlying factors that may be impacting your overall health and wellbeing. These labs are designed to assess key areas such as nutrient levels, gut health, hormonal balance, inflammation, and toxin exposure.
By identifying imbalances or deficiencies, functional medicine labs allow for a more personalized approach to supporting your health naturally. At Fully Alive Health and Wellness, we will educate you on a variety of lab options to help you gain a deeper understanding of your body and create a customized plan to achieve optimal wellness.

Biological Age Testing
The DNAge® biological age test offers a comprehensive analysis of your biological age, providing a clear picture of how your body is aging at the cellular level. By examining DNA methylation patterns, it estimates your biological age, revealing whether your body is aging faster, slower, or in line with your chronological age. This information can guide personalized strategies to improve your overall health and longevity.
In addition to biological age, the test also includes an analysis of your APOE genotypes, which is crucial for understanding your risk for cardiovascular diseases and late-onset Alzheimer’s disease. The test identifies which pair of APOE variants (ε2, ε3, or ε4) you carry, allowing you to make informed lifestyle and health decisions to potentially mitigate these risks.
The test further examines the MTHFR gene, particularly the C677T and A1298C variants, which are important for folate metabolism and overall methylation processes in the body. Variations in the MTHFR gene can impact cardiovascular health and other aspects of wellness, providing actionable insights for optimizing your diet and lifestyle.
Overall, the DNAge® test offers a detailed and personalized approach to understanding and improving your biological age, with additional insights into key genetic factors like APOE and MTHFR that influence your long-term health.

Food Sensitivity IgG
The IgG Food Sensitivity Test is a comprehensive assessment designed to identify sensitivities to 190 different foods, including typical Western foods as well as Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Unlike an IgE food allergy test, which detects immediate allergic reactions, this test focuses on IgG-mediated sensitivities, which are delayed immune responses that can occur up to 72 hours after consuming the trigger food.
This test is particularly valuable for identifying underlying food sensitivities that may contribute to a range of symptoms, such as fatigue, brain fog, headaches, migraines, skin rashes, abdominal discomfort, mood disturbances, and learning difficulties in children. By understanding these sensitivities, individuals can make informed dietary choices that may help reduce inflammation and improve overall well-being.
The inclusion of Candida albicans sensitivity testing further enhances the value of this test, providing insights into potential overgrowth that can exacerbate food sensitivity symptoms.
Conducted in a **CLIA-certified laboratory**, the test ensures high standards of accuracy and reliability. It’s important to note that approximately 90% of the population may experience some form of food sensitivity, which can affect digestion and overall health.
Running this test can be a transformative step for both adults and children in optimizing their diet and reducing symptoms related to food sensitivities.

Thyroid
Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located just below your larynx. It produces essential hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), which regulate metabolism in every cell of your body. When these hormone levels fall too low, the pituitary gland responds by producing more Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) to encourage hormone production. If you’re experiencing issues with energy, metabolism, or overall wellbeing, it's important to assess the balance of these interconnected hormones with a comprehensive thyroid panel test.
Your thyroid plays a critical role in your body’s overall health and well-being, far beyond just regulating your metabolism. These hormones—triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4)—influence numerous physiological processes, including heart rate, body temperature, digestion, and even brain development. The precise balance of T3 and T4 is crucial; too much of these hormones can lead to hyperthyroidism, characterized by symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, weight loss, and anxiety, while too little can result in hypothyroidism, often causing fatigue, weight gain, and depression. This delicate equilibrium underscores why monitoring thyroid function is essential.
The production and release of thyroid hormones depend on a feedback loop involving the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, collectively forming the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis. The pituitary gland, sensing a drop in thyroid hormone levels, secretes Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) to signal the thyroid to produce more T3 and T4. Conversely, when hormone levels are sufficient or too high, TSH secretion is suppressed. Disruptions in this axis can result from various factors, including autoimmune conditions, iodine deficiency, stress, or even certain medications. Recognizing these disruptions early is vital to prevent potential complications.
A comprehensive thyroid panel test provides valuable insights into this complex system by measuring TSH, free T3, free T4, and sometimes antibodies that could indicate autoimmune conditions such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Graves’ disease. Such tests allow healthcare providers to pinpoint the underlying cause of thyroid dysfunction, enabling more targeted treatment plans. For anyone experiencing unexplained symptoms like changes in energy levels, weight fluctuations, or mood disturbances, checking thyroid function is a critical step toward restoring balance and improving overall health.

Toxicities Mold, Glyphosate and Other Environmental Toxins
A suite of specialized lab tests that are designed to identify and address environmental health challenges that can significantly impact your wellbeing:
Mold Toxicity Lab: This test detects the presence of mycotoxins, harmful byproducts of mold exposure that can lead to a wide range of health issues, including respiratory problems, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties. By identifying specific mycotoxins in your system, the Mold Toxicity Lab helps pinpoint the source of your symptoms and guides you toward effective detoxification strategies.
Environmental Toxins Lab: This comprehensive test screens for over 170 environmental toxins, such as pesticides, herbicides, plastics, and other harmful chemicals that can accumulate in your body. Exposure to these toxins is linked to various health problems, including hormone disruption, immune dysfunction, and chronic illness. The Environmental Toxins Lab provides a detailed analysis of your toxic burden, allowing for targeted interventions to reduce exposure and support detoxification.
Heavy Metals Lab: This test identifies the presence of toxic heavy metals, such as lead, mercury, and arsenic, which can accumulate in your body over time and contribute to a range of health issues, including neurological disorders, cardiovascular problems, and impaired detoxification. The Heavy Metals Lab offers a clear assessment of your body's heavy metal burden, enabling you to take steps toward reducing exposure and supporting natural detoxification processes.
Glyphosate Lab: This test specifically measures levels of glyphosate, the most widely used herbicide in the world. Glyphosate exposure is linked to a variety of health concerns, including gut dysbiosis, immune system suppression, and increased risk of chronic diseases. The Glyphosate Lab helps you understand your level of exposure and supports the development of a plan to minimize its impact on your health.
Together, these labs provide a comprehensive view of the environmental factors that may be affecting your health, offering valuable insights for personalized detoxification and wellness plans.

Gut Health Parasites, Bacteria, H. Pylori, Candida
A variety of gut health tests that are designed to help you understand and address issues in your digestive system that might be affecting your overall health:
Candida Test: This test checks for an overgrowth of Candida, a type of yeast that can cause symptoms like tiredness, brain fog, digestive discomfort, and skin issues. Identifying Candida overgrowth can help you take steps to restore a healthy balance in your gut.
Bacteria Test: This test looks at the balance of good and bad bacteria in your gut. An imbalance, known as dysbiosis, can lead to problems like digestive upset, weakened immunity, and even mood changes. Understanding your gut bacteria can guide you in making changes to support a healthier gut environment.
H. Pylori Test: This test checks for the presence of Helicobacter pylori, a common bacteria that can cause stomach issues like ulcers and acid reflux. Knowing if you have an H. pylori infection can help you address digestive problems and prevent them from getting worse.
Parasites Test: This test identifies any parasites in your digestive system, which can cause symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, and nutrient deficiencies. By finding out if you have parasites, you can take steps to remove them and improve your gut health.
These gut health tests offer a comprehensive look at what's going on in your digestive system, helping you take targeted actions to improve your digestion and overall wellness.

Stress, Mood & Metabolism
The Stress, Mood, and Metabolism Lab is designed to give you insights into how your body is managing stress, mood, and metabolism, helping you take control of your overall wellbeing:
Stress and Mood Assessment: This part of the test measures key hormones like cortisol and DHEA, which are involved in your body's stress response. Imbalances in these hormones can affect your mood, energy levels, and overall sense of wellbeing. Understanding these levels can help you identify areas where you might need to make changes to better manage stress and improve your mood.
Metabolism Evaluation: This test also looks at important markers related to your metabolism, including thyroid function and blood sugar levels. These factors play a crucial role in your energy levels, weight management, and overall health. By understanding how well your metabolism is functioning, you can make informed decisions to support better metabolic health.
Hormone Balance Check: The lab includes a review of key hormones that influence both your mood and metabolism, such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Hormonal imbalances can lead to a range of issues, from mood swings and fatigue to weight gain and difficulty losing weight. Identifying these imbalances can guide you in taking steps to restore hormonal harmony.
The Stress, Mood, and Metabolism Lab provides a comprehensive overview of the factors that influence your stress levels, emotional wellbeing, and metabolic health, empowering you to make targeted changes for a healthier, more balanced life.

Mood & Mind Neurotransmitters
The Mood and Mind Neurotransmitters Labs are designed to help you understand how your brain chemistry affects your mood, mental clarity, and overall emotional wellbeing:
Mood Assessment: This lab measures key neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine, and GABA, which play a critical role in regulating mood, motivation, and relaxation. Imbalances in these brain chemicals can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, or stress. By identifying these imbalances, you can take steps to support a more balanced and positive mood.
Mental Clarity and Focus: The lab also examines neurotransmitters involved in cognitive functions like memory, focus, and mental energy. For instance, imbalances in norepinephrine and dopamine can impact your ability to concentrate and stay mentally sharp. Understanding these levels can help you address issues related to mental fog, lack of focus, or low energy.
Stress Response: This test includes an analysis of how your neurotransmitters interact with your body's stress response. High or low levels of certain neurotransmitters, like cortisol and serotonin, can influence how you handle stress and how resilient you feel in challenging situations. By gaining insight into these interactions, you can take steps to better manage stress and improve your overall mental and emotional health.
The Mood and Mind Neurotransmitters Labs provide a comprehensive look at the brain chemicals that influence your mood, mental clarity, and stress resilience, giving you the information you need to make targeted changes for a healthier mind and emotional balance.

Omega 3s and Inflammation
The Inflammation Lab is designed to help you understand the levels of inflammation in your body and the factors contributing to it, which can significantly impact your overall health:
Chronic Inflammation Assessment: This lab measures key markers of chronic inflammation, such as C-reactive protein (CRP) and homocysteine. Chronic inflammation is linked to various health issues, including joint pain, cardiovascular problems, and chronic diseases. By identifying elevated inflammation levels, you can take steps to reduce inflammation and protect your long-term health.
Omega-6 to Omega-3 Balance: The lab also evaluates the ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 fatty acids in your body. An imbalance between these fatty acids can drive inflammation, with a higher ratio of Omega-6s often leading to increased inflammatory responses. By understanding this balance, you can adjust your diet and supplement intake to promote a healthier ratio, helping to reduce inflammation and improve overall health.
Immune System Insights: The test provides insights into how your immune system is functioning. Inflammation is often a sign that your immune system is either overactive or underactive, which can lead to frequent illnesses, autoimmune conditions, or other immune-related issues. Understanding these markers can guide you in making changes to support a healthier immune response.
The Inflammation Lab offers a comprehensive view of the inflammatory processes in your body, including the crucial balance of Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids, empowering you with the knowledge needed to make targeted lifestyle and dietary changes to reduce inflammation and enhance your overall health.

Men's Hormone Health
The Men’s Hormone Lab Tests are designed to give you a clear understanding of your hormone levels, helping you address issues related to energy, mood, and overall health:
Men’s Hormone Lab Test:
Testosterone and Androgens: This lab measures key male hormones like testosterone and other androgens that are crucial for maintaining energy levels, muscle mass, mood, and libido. Low levels of these hormones can lead to fatigue, decreased muscle strength, and reduced sexual health. Understanding your hormone levels can help you take steps to optimize your vitality and wellbeing.
Cortisol and Stress Response: The lab also evaluates cortisol, the stress hormone, which can significantly impact energy levels, weight, and mood. High or low cortisol levels can lead to chronic stress, fatigue, and other health issues. By assessing your cortisol levels, you can take action to better manage stress and enhance your wellbeing.
Estrogen Balance: Although estrogen is often associated with women, men also produce this hormone, and imbalances can lead to issues like weight gain, mood swings, and low energy. The lab helps you understand your estrogen levels and how they impact your health, allowing you to make adjustments to achieve a better hormonal balance.

Women's Hormone Health
The Women’s Hormone Lab Tests are designed to give you a clear understanding of your hormone levels, helping you address issues related to energy, mood, and overall health:
Women’s Hormone Lab Test:
Estrogen and Progesterone Levels: This test measures key female hormones like estrogen and progesterone, which play a vital role in regulating menstrual cycles, mood, and overall reproductive health. Imbalances in these hormones can cause symptoms like PMS, mood swings, and fertility issues. Understanding your hormone levels can help you take steps to achieve a healthier hormonal balance.
Cortisol and Stress Response: The lab also evaluates cortisol, the stress hormone, which can significantly impact energy levels, weight, and mood. High or low cortisol levels can lead to chronic stress, fatigue, and other health issues. By assessing your cortisol levels, you can take action to better manage stress and enhance your wellbeing.
Thyroid Function and Metabolism: The test includes markers for thyroid function, which is closely tied to metabolism, energy levels, and weight management. An underactive or overactive thyroid can lead to symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, and mood disturbances. By understanding your thyroid function, you can take steps to support a healthy metabolism and overall health.

Minerals and Heavy Metals
The Minerals and Heavy Metals Lab is designed to give you a detailed understanding of your body's mineral levels and heavy metal exposure, both of which are crucial for overall health and wellbeing:
Mineral Levels:
Essential Minerals Assessment: This lab measures the levels of key minerals in your body, such as magnesium, calcium, zinc, and potassium. These minerals are vital for numerous bodily functions, including energy production, bone health, immune support, and muscle function. Imbalances or deficiencies in these minerals can lead to symptoms like fatigue, muscle cramps, weakened immunity, and more. Understanding your mineral levels helps you take the necessary steps to optimize your nutritional intake and support overall health.
Nutrient Absorption Insights: The test also provides insights into how well your body is absorbing and utilizing these essential minerals. Poor absorption can lead to deficiencies even if your diet is adequate. By identifying absorption issues, you can make informed decisions about your diet and supplementation to ensure your body gets the nutrients it needs.
Heavy Metals Exposure:
Toxic Heavy Metals Screening: This part of the lab measures the presence of harmful heavy metals such as lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium in your body. Exposure to these toxic metals can come from various sources, including environmental pollution, food, and water, and they can accumulate in your body over time. High levels of heavy metals can contribute to a range of health issues, including neurological disorders, cardiovascular problems, and impaired detoxification. Identifying these metals in your system allows you to take action to reduce exposure and support your body's natural detoxification processes.
Health Impact of Metals: The lab also assesses the potential impact these metals might have on your health, helping you understand how they may be contributing to symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and chronic illness. With this knowledge, you can implement strategies to detoxify your body and reduce the burden of heavy metals on your health.
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The Minerals and Metals Lab offers a comprehensive analysis of both essential mineral levels and toxic heavy metal exposure, providing you with the information you need to make targeted changes for improved health, better nutrient absorption, and reduced toxic load.

Candida, Metabolic and Vitamins
The Candida, Metabolic, and Vitamins Lab is designed to provide a thorough assessment of your body's nutrient levels, metabolic function, and the presence of Candida overgrowth, all of which are essential for maintaining optimal health:
Candida Overgrowth:
Candida Screening: This lab measures the levels of Candida, a type of yeast that naturally occurs in the body but can overgrow and lead to various health issues. Symptoms of Candida overgrowth include digestive discomfort, fatigue, brain fog, skin problems, and sugar cravings. By identifying an overgrowth of Candida, you can take steps to restore balance in your gut and improve your overall wellbeing.
Metabolic Function:
Metabolic Health Assessment: The lab evaluates key markers related to your metabolism, including blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, and energy production. Metabolic imbalances can lead to symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, and difficulty managing blood sugar levels. Understanding your metabolic function can help you make targeted dietary and lifestyle changes to support a healthy metabolism and maintain stable energy levels throughout the day.
Detoxification Pathways: The test also looks at how well your body is detoxifying, which is a crucial aspect of metabolic health. Efficient detoxification helps your body eliminate toxins and waste products, supporting overall vitality and preventing the buildup of harmful substances. By assessing these pathways, you can take steps to enhance your body's natural detox processes.
Vitamin and Nutrient Levels:
Vitamin Deficiency Check: This lab measures the levels of essential vitamins, such as B vitamins, vitamin D, and antioxidants like vitamins A and E. These vitamins play critical roles in energy production, immune function, mood regulation, and more. Deficiencies in these nutrients can lead to a range of health issues, including fatigue, weakened immunity, and mood disturbances. By identifying any deficiencies, you can adjust your diet or supplement regimen to ensure you're getting the vitamins your body needs to thrive.
Nutritional Absorption Insights: The test also provides insights into how well your body is absorbing and utilizing these essential vitamins. Poor absorption can result in deficiencies even if your diet appears adequate. Understanding your nutrient absorption can help you take steps to improve digestive health and ensure your body is receiving and utilizing the nutrients effectively.
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The Candida, Metabolic, and Vitamins Lab offers a comprehensive evaluation of key factors that influence your health, including Candida levels, metabolic function, and vitamin status. By gaining a clear understanding of these areas, you can make informed decisions to improve your health, energy levels, and overall quality of life.