Concerned about fatigue?

Low on energy? Something "not quite right"? Not all medical conditions are obvious or easy to diagnose - some have vague symptoms that appear over months or even years. People often write off their symptoms as the result of aging or stress.

With an eye on hormones, chronic inflammation, thyroid function, anemia, diabetes, metabolic function, stress, and two common viruses; this panel is a powerful tool towards your wellness goal.

Chronic fatigue syndrome can be associated with vague and changing symptoms. These tests help identify viruses that may play a role in the disease and can help pinpoint areas of concern.

This panel contains the following tests:

• Chemistry profile (complete metabolic panel with lipids)
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Epstein-Barr Virus Antibodies (IgG and IgM)
• Cytomegalovirus Antibodies (IgG and IgM)
• Ferritin
• Total and Free Testosterone
• DHEA-S
• Free T3
• Free T4
• Cortisol
• C-reactive protein (high sensitivity)
• Vitamin B12
• Folate
• Insulin

Instructions

This test may be done fasting or 2-6 hours after eating. Both ways provide valuable information, though 2-6 hours after a meal provides a more realistic assessment of the state of your blood in everyday life. Stay hydrated and take your medications as prescribed. Since this panel contains a cortisol test it is also best to have your blood drawn at approximately 8:00 AM. Avoid B12 and folate containing supplements for 12 hours preceding the test. The MMA test can provide more information on B12 status as high levels of MMA are a more sensitive marker of vitamin B12 deficiency.