Labs and Interpretation

In addition to conventional laboratory testing recommendations and thorough interpretation, Dr Cory offers uniquely informative functional laboratory testing- such as Adrenal Stress panels, Comprehensive Digestive Analysis, Food Allergy testing, Hormone panels and Heavy Metal testing. These tests give insight into the
functioning of your specific organs and systems, rather than simply noting if disease is present or not. As a general rule, cost to the patient is what we get charged from the lab+$25 interpretation and handling fee. This allows us to get the information we need at a reasonable cost to you.

Food Allergy Panel and Interpretation

•    Do you ever feel tired, bloated or congested?
•    Do you know that up to 2/3 of the population have negative reactions to common foods?
•    Do you know that food allergies are major contributors to asthma, eczema, headaches and seasonal             allergies?                                                                                                                                                   •  Food allergies can compromise your health and inhibit weight loss efforts

Find out what foods you may be allergic to. Includes a test kit that requires only a finger stick, so is great for kids. Cost include a 10-minute interpretation consultation via phone. $209 (You save $60 off the retail cost)


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Vitamin D Blood Spot Panel and Interpretation


Vitamin D is so important for our immune systems and mood and critical in preventing many diseases such as osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Most people I test have low Vitamin D.  Raising these levels is critical in helping prevent winter colds and flus, like the H1N1 virus. This is a great test that involves a finger stick that you do at home and then send in to the lab.  We get the results and review them with you. Cost is $146 for test kit + interpretation via phone. (You save $69!)



Adrenal Stress Index and Interpretation

Includes a test kit that requires 4 saliva samples taken throughout the day to access your adrenal gland function. Stress can greatly impact our adrenal glands, which are responsible for the production of sex hormones, cortisol and many other chemical messengers that help us to have a healthy stress response, effect mood and sleep, decrease inflammation, support immune function and most importantly, provide us with balanced energy. This test can be very helpful in evaluating any imbalanced rhythms.


Heavy Metals Analysis

A non-invasive urine or stool test kit to serve as a tool to access if heavy metal toxicity may be an issue for you


Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis and Interpretation

Proper digestion is the key to optimal health. This test gives critical info to evaluate sources of digestive symptoms related to irritable/inflammatory bowel syndrome, indigestion, maldigestion, colitis, diverticulitis, constipation, diarrhea, excessive gas and bloating, and gut pain. It also tests for good bacteria, bad bacteria, yeast(like candida), parasites and worms.  Yee-ha!

 

Comprehensive Parasitology and Interpretation

This is a thorough evaluation of good bacteria, bad bacteria, yeast and parasites that are in the gut. The proper balance of good bacteria and/or the presence of bad critters in the intestines can greatly influence digestion, and symptoms of imbalance can extend out to other parts of the body like skin, joints energy and immune function. Includes 30-minute post-test consultation with Dr Cory.
                

Review of Conventional Labs/Naturopathic Second Opinion

Oftentimes lab values can be within the normal range, but people can still feel un-well. Having evaluated hundreds of conventional lab reports with her patients, Dr Cory has found many nuances in conventional lab testing, and often imbalances and the beginnings of disease may be present, even if the numbers are not in the red zone. 

Hepatic Detox Profile


Amino Acid Analysis


A urine test to help determine if amino acid deficiencies are present.  This evaluation is important to rule out any compromises in the detoxification system, B-vitamin deficiences, imbalanced intestinal bacteria, cellular energy production and s especially valuable in determining amino acid status for vegetarians, vegans and raw foodists.

Neurotransmitter Assessments

Help to determine levels of neurotransmitters such as GABA, dopamine, serotonin and others.  Imbalances in these molecules can contribute to conditions such as anxiety, depression, food cravings and pain.