Episode 5: What is the difference between conventional lab testing and functional lab testing?
- Author
- Courtney Cowie NTP, FDN-P
- Published
- Fri 03 May 2024
- Episode Link
- None
In this episode I discuss:
- (1:05) Overview of the difference between conventional lab testing and functional lab testing
- (2:00) Why conventional testing really only benefits insurance and pharmaceutical companies and not the health consumer in terms of getting to the root cause
- (5:00) Why a doctor may not be the best option to help you identify root cause factors driving your symptoms
- (9:45) Example of a functional thyroid test and why it’s important to look at a number of markers to really understand thyroid function
- (18:05) Example of a functional stool test side by side with a conventional stool test and the major differences
- (25:30) Why it’s important to be your own health advocate and understand the tests your doctor (or any other practitioner) runs for you
Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen
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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.
