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Evidence-based natural health

Essential4Health

Evidence-based natural health

Functional Lab Testing

Welcome to our Functional Lab Testing page, offering detailed insights into a wide range of lab testing options. From routine blood work to advanced imaging like MRI and CT scans, explore comprehensive information about each test's purpose and process. Use the Test Groups feature to easily navigate and find tests tailored to your health needs. Empower yourself with knowledge to make informed health decisions and unlock the value of testing in achieving a healthier, balanced life.

Welcome to our Functional Lab Testing page, offering detailed insights into a wide range of lab testing options. From routine blood work to advanced imaging like MRI and CT scans, explore comprehensive information about each test's purpose and process. Use the Test Groups feature to easily navigate and find tests tailored to your health needs. Empower yourself with knowledge to make informed health decisions and unlock the value of testing in achieving a healthier, balanced life. "Health is not valued until sickness comes. Testing gives us the power to understand and preserve what matters most." — Thomas Fuller

"Health is not valued until sickness comes. Testing gives us the power to understand and preserve what matters most." — Thomas Fuller

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CRP

C-Reactive Protein

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CBC

Complete Blood Count

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HBA1C

Hemoglobin A1C

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TG : HDL

Triglyceride-to-High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Ratio

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UA

Uric Acid

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CA

Calcium

Blood calcium test measures calcium levels to help assess metabolism, nerve and muscle function, and parathyroid or kidney-related imbalance status overall.

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CA / ALB

Calcium-to-Albumin Ratio

Calcium-to-albumin ratio adjusts calcium for albumin binding to help assess true calcium status accurately and support evaluation of metabolic or kidney issues.

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CA / PHOS

Calcium-to-Phosphorus Ratio

Calcium-to-phosphorus ratio measures mineral balance to help assess bone metabolism, vitamin D status, and parathyroid or kidney dysfunction patterns overall.

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CALPR

Calprotectin

Stool calprotectin measures intestinal inflammation to help assess IBD activity and support distinguishing Crohn’s or colitis from IBS when symptoms persist.

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CA 125

Cancer 125

CA-125 measures a blood protein to help monitor ovarian cancer treatment response and support follow-up when symptoms or risk factors are present and change.

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CAGT AB

Candida Albicans Germ Tube Antibody

Candida albicans germ tube antibody test detects immune response to Candida to help assess invasive infection risk in immunocompromised patients early in care.

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CA

Candida Antibodies

Candida antibodies test measures immune response to Candida species to help assess current or prior fungal exposure and support workup of persistent symptoms.

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CE

Capsule Endoscopy

Capsule endoscopy uses a small camera capsule to image the small intestine and help assess bleeding, inflammation, or lesions when other tests are unclear.

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CO2

Carbon Dioxide

Bicarbonate (carbon dioxide) blood test measures acid–base balance to help assess metabolic acidosis or alkalosis and support kidney or lung evaluation quickly.

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CPE

Cardiopulmonary Exercise

Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) measures oxygen use and ventilation during exercise to help assess exercise intolerance and guide rehab planning safely.

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CAR

Carnitine

Carnitine test measures blood or urine carnitine to help assess fat-energy metabolism, deficiency states, and inherited metabolic disorders in evaluation.

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CAB

Catecholamine Blood

Catecholamine blood test measures adrenaline, noradrenaline, and dopamine to help assess adrenal hormone excess and support tumor workup in hypertension cases.

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CAU

Catecholamine Urine

24-Hour Urine Catecholamines measures stress hormones excreted over a full day to help assess adrenal hormone excess and guide pheochromocytoma evaluation.

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CP

Ceruloplasmin

Ceruloplasmin measures a liver-made copper-carrying protein to help assess copper metabolism, Wilson’s risk, liver function, and inflammation context as needed.

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CHADP

Child Attention Profile

Child Attention Profile (CAP) questionnaire helps assess attention, impulse control, and behavior across settings to support ADHD evaluation and track progress.

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CBCL

Child Behavior Checklist

Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) helps assess behavioral patterns, including anxiety, attention issues, and aggression, to support screening and care planning.

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CL

Chloride

Chloride test measures electrolyte balance to help assess hydration, acid–base status, and kidney function, supporting evaluation of weakness or confusion.

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CHOL

Choline

Choline test measures blood choline to assess liver fat transport and methylation-related nutrient status, guiding diet or supplement planning for metabolic balance.

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CRU

Chromium

Chromium test measures chromium in blood or urine to assess deficiency or exposure and support evaluation of glucose regulation and insulin sensitivity patterns.

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CIT

Citrulline

Citrulline test measures blood citrulline to assess small-intestine absorptive capacity and urea cycle function, guiding workup of GI or fatigue patterns.

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CLIN ATT LVL

Clinical Attachment Level

Clinical Attachment Level (CAL) measures gum attachment loss and pocket depth to stage periodontitis severity and guide care that protects tooth support.

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Factor VIII

Coagulation Factor VIII

Coagulation Factor VIII test measures factor VIII level or activity to assess hemophilia A or acquired deficiency and guide safe procedures or surgery.

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COQ10

Coenzyme Quinone 10

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) test measures blood CoQ10 to assess mitochondrial cofactor status and oxidative load, useful with statins or cardiac symptoms.

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CTS

Colonic Transit Study

Colonic Transit Study tracks marker movement through the colon to differentiate slow-transit vs outlet delay constipation and guide targeted bowel care.

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COL

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy visualizes the colon and rectum to screen for polyps and cancer risk and evaluate bleeding, anemia, inflammation, or bowel habit changes.

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CBT

Color Blind Test

Color vision test screens color discrimination to assess inherited or acquired deficits and support driving, workplace safety, and daily accommodations.

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C3

Complement C3

Complement C3 test measures C3 to evaluate immune activity and complement consumption, supporting workup of lupus, infection, or kidney inflammation.

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C4

Complement C4

Complement C4 test measures C4 to evaluate classical pathway activity, supporting workup of lupus flares or hereditary/acquired angioedema patterns.

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