Advanced Laboratory Testing

Blood sugar dysregulation and metabolic dysfunction can significantly impact mood, energy, and cognitive function.

• Fasting glucose and insulin
• Hemoglobin A1C
• Oral glucose tolerance testing
• Insulin resistance markers
• Metabolic syndrome assessment

Hormonal imbalances are a common but often overlooked cause of mood disorders, anxiety, and cognitive decline.

• Thyroid panel (TSH, Free T3, Free T4, antibodies)
• Sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone)
• Cortisol and DHEA
• Vitamin D (hormone precursor)
• Melatonin assessment

Nutritional deficiencies can directly impact neurotransmitter production and brain function.

• B vitamins (B12, folate, B6)
• Minerals (magnesium, zinc, iron, copper)
• Omega-3 fatty acids
• Amino acids
• Antioxidant status
• Methylation markers

Chronic inflammation is increasingly recognized as a major contributor to depression and cognitive decline.

• High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)
• Inflammatory cytokines
• Autoimmune markers
• Food sensitivity testing
• Intestinal permeability assessment

The gut-brain connection is powerful—gut health directly influences mental health through the microbiome and gut-brain axis.

• Comprehensive stool analysis
• Microbiome diversity assessment
• Digestive enzyme function
• Parasites and pathogen screening
• Short-chain fatty acids

Specialized testing for cognitive optimization and dementia prevention, including ReCODE 2.0 protocol markers.

• Apolipoprotein E (APOE) genotyping
• Homocysteine
• Advanced lipid panel
• Heavy metal testing
• Neurotransmitter assessment
• Oxidative stress markers