In this episode of *ReInvent Healthcare*Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo uncovers the critical gaps between conventional and functional lab testing. If you're relying solely on standard test panels, you might be missing early signs of disease that could be caught with more comprehensive testing. Discover why more advanced testing and functional lab tests are essential for detecting imbalances before they escalate into serious health issues, and learn how they can transform your practice and improve your clients' outcomes. Don't let overlooked tests put your clients at risk—find out how to catch warning signs early and effectively.

  Key Takeaways from This Episode:  

• The limitations of conventional lab testing and standard test panels and how functional testing provides a more comprehensive view.
• How using functional lab testing can help practitioners identify health imbalances early, leading to better outcomes.
• Top lab tests that conventional medicine often overlooks, and how they impact metabolic health, cardiovascular health, and  chronic disease risk.
• Real-world success stories that showcase how these tests transformed client care.
• Practical steps for health professionals to integrate functional testing into their practice for more personalized and preventative care.

  Key Terms in This Episode:  

• Advanced Cardiovascular Markers - Lab tests such as ApoB and Lipoprotein (a) that assess deeper cardiovascular risks beyond standard cholesterol panels.
• Advanced Functional Medicine Tests - Certain testing methods give a more complete picture of micronutrient imbalances, gut health, and hormones than blood tests.
• Comprehensive Blood Sugar Testing- Comprehensive panels that assess blood sugar, insulin, and other markers that influence metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.
• Thyroid Panel -  Functional testing that looks beyond TSH levels, including T3, T4, antibodies tests, and more, for a more complete view of thyroid health.

Resources For This Episode

• Free Resource - Guide to Using Genetic Testing to Optimize Patient Outcomes
• Watch and learn about lab testing for cardiovascular System from our 3-day practitioner event HERE
• Download a comprehensive cardiovascular Lab testing guide and watch powerful presentations HERE

Learn more about Lipoproteins from our blog: Holistic Approaches to Lipoprotein Management: Beyond Statins and Medications