Integrative lab testing
Have you been meaning to have your cholesterol and blood sugar checked for ages, but keep putting it off? Wondering if your thyroid could be the reason you’re gaining wait and feeling exhausted all the time? Are your lab values in the “reference” (average) range—or the optimal range? Do you know the difference?
On the journey toward optimal health and wellness, it's important to consider every avenue available. While acupuncture and Chinese herbs are powerful healing modalities on their own, laboratory testing is another tool that can go hand in hand with optimizing your treatment outcomes.
At Griffin Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine, we take a holistic approach to healthcare. This means considering all aspects of your health, including what's happening inside your body at a biochemical level. Lab tests are not required for acupuncture patients, but they can provide us with valuable insights that complement our acupuncture treatments, allowing us to tailor our approach to your unique needs.
Lab Work and Functional Medicine
Labs can be a valuable part of your Chinese medicine care for several important reasons:
Pinpointing Imbalances:
Laboratory tests allow us to identify any imbalances or deficiencies in your body. From hormone levels to nutrient deficiencies, these tests provide us with a detailed picture of your internal health, helping us target our treatments more effectively.
Personalized Treatment Plans:
No two bodies are the same, and neither are their healthcare needs. By analyzing your lab results in the context of Chinese medicine diagnosis, we can create personalized treatment plans tailored to address your specific health concerns. Whether you're struggling with chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalances, or digestive issues, lab work helps us design a roadmap to better health.
Tracking Progress:
Lab work isn't just valuable for diagnosis; it also helps us track your progress over time. By monitoring changes in your lab results, we can see how your body is responding to treatment and make adjustments as needed. This allows us to ensure that you're moving steadily toward your health goals.
Preventative Care:
In addition to diagnosing existing issues, lab work also plays a crucial role in preventative care. By identifying potential problems early on, we can take proactive steps to address them before they develop into more serious conditions—like cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes. This proactive approach is fundamental to Chinese medicine, and key to maintaining your long-term health and vitality.
If you have recent lab work from another health care provider, Dr. Lisa can review and assess this through a Chinese medicine lens. If not, we will order a customized panel of lab work for you directly, which can be done at a local Labcorp or even a mobile unit that will come to you.
Curious about what your lab work has to say about your health? Let’s discuss your specific concerns and health goals at your next acupuncture or telehealth appointment.