Functional Bloodwork Review
A Deeper Look at Health with Functional Bloodwork Review
Blood tests are a common tool in conventional medicine, but functional bloodwork review takes this to the next level by evaluating results from a holistic and personalized perspective. This approach delves deeper into your bloodwork to uncover underlying imbalances and health patterns that may be missed in traditional labs.
What Is a Functional Bloodwork Review?
A functional bloodwork review interprets your blood test results with a focus on optimal health ranges, rather than the conventional “normal” ranges used in standard lab tests. These optimal ranges are designed to catch early signs of imbalances, allowing you to take action before they develop into more serious conditions.
The review examines a wide array of health markers and can reveal imbalances related to:
Blood sugar regulation
Thyroid function
Liver health
Inflammation
Nutrient deficiencies
Adrenal and hormone health
How Is a Functional Bloodwork Review Different from Conventional Blood Tests?
The key difference between a functional bloodwork review and a traditional blood test lies in how the results are interpreted.
Narrower Optimal Ranges: While conventional blood tests use broad ranges to determine if you are “normal,” functional bloodwork looks at more specific, narrower ranges to assess your health. This provides a better insight into early dysfunction that can be missed by the standard ranges.
Root Cause Focus: Functional reviews go beyond the symptoms and help identify the root cause of your health concerns. Instead of just treating high cholesterol or blood sugar, it helps identify the factors contributing to those imbalances.
Holistic Insights: Functional bloodwork takes a broader view of your health by connecting various systems in the body. It looks for patterns in your thyroid, adrenals, blood sugar, digestion, and more to create a complete picture of your well-being.
What Does the Functional Bloodwork Review Tell You?
With a functional bloodwork review, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of your body’s inner workings. Here’s what it can reveal:
Blood Sugar Balance: Whether you’re at risk of insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, or struggling to maintain stable blood sugar levels, this test can uncover early signs of imbalance.
Thyroid Health: Functional bloodwork reviews often include more comprehensive thyroid markers (like T3, reverse T3, and antibodies) to evaluate how well your thyroid is functioning, not just if it falls within “normal” ranges.
Liver Function and Detoxification: Early signs of liver stress can show up in functional reviews, allowing you to make diet or lifestyle changes before serious issues develop.
Inflammation Markers: Elevated inflammation levels can signal potential autoimmune activity, infections, or chronic stress, helping you pinpoint where support is needed.
Nutrient Deficiencies: Whether you’re low in vitamin D, magnesium, or other essential nutrients, functional bloodwork will detect even mild deficiencies that could be impacting your health.
How Is the Functional Bloodwork Done?
Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the process:
Purchase Your Bloodwork: You need to purchase your comprehensive blood panel through our website or by contacting us directly. This ensures you get the right tests for a functional review.
Lab Testing: Once purchased, you’ll visit a lab to have your blood drawn. The panel includes over 22 testscovering everything from blood sugar and cholesterol to liver enzymes and inflammation markers.
Results Sent to Practitioner: After the lab processes your blood, the results are sent directly to us for detailed analysis.
In-Depth Review: During the consultation, we will analyze your bloodwork from a functional perspective, looking for patterns, subtle imbalances, and root causes.
Personalized Plan: Based on the results, we’ll create a tailored plan including dietary recommendations, lifestyle changes, and supplements to help rebalance your body.
Note: If you have previous bloodwork results from the last 3 months, we encourage you to provide those before your consultation. This allows us to fully review and integrate your past results into your current health analysis for a more comprehensive understanding.
What Is the Cost of a Functional Bloodwork Review?
A Functional Bloodwork Review typically costs between $250 to $400. This includes the comprehensive blood panels as well as the consultation and functional analysis of your results. Please note that insurance does not cover these tests or the functional review.
Fun Facts About Functional Bloodwork
Optimal vs. Normal: Functional bloodwork uses optimal ranges that focus on what's ideal for your health, not just what's “good enough” to avoid disease.
Prevention Over Treatment: It’s all about early detection. Functional bloodwork can reveal imbalances before they turn into full-blown health issues.
Tailored to You: Results from functional bloodwork lead to a customized health plan tailored specifically to your body's unique needs.
Why Choose a Functional Bloodwork Review?
If you’ve had standard blood tests come back “normal” but still don’t feel well, a functional bloodwork review can provide the deeper insights you need. This holistic, personalized approach allows you to address subtle imbalances and take control of your health before more serious issues arise. It’s especially beneficial for those dealing with fatigue, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, or simply wanting to optimize their well-being.
