Lab Orders

What are lab orders?

At Whole Path Integrative Care, laboratory testing is cornerstone of functional medicine, preventative medicine, weight loss support, integrative psychiatry and more. Labs help us uncover underlying imbalances, monitor progress, and personalize your treatment plan-whether for hormone replacement, gut health, integrative psychiatry, or overall wellness.

What lab orders include:

• Hormone Panels: Evaluate thyroid, adrenal, sex hormones, and more to guide hormone replacement therapy.
• Nutrient & Vitamin Testing: Identify deficiencies that may affect energy, mood, or immunity.
• Metabolic & Cardiovascular Testing: Assess blood sugar, cholesterol, and other markers for long-term health.
• Gut & Microbiome Testing: Detect imbalances, inflammation, or sensitivities affecting digestion and mental health.
• Inflammatory & Immune Markers: Uncover chronic inflammation or autoimmune risk factors.
• Genetic & Pharmacogenomic Testing: Learn how your genes influence metabolism, medication responses, and disease risks.

Lab work is an important way to optimize your overall health and well-being.

Which conditions can lab orders help diagnose?

At Whole Path Integrative Care, lab testing is a vital tool to evaluate your unique biomarkers so we can identify and manage a wide range of conditions including:

• Hormonal Imbalances: Thyroid disorders, adrenal dysfunction, low testosterone, estrogen imbalances, menopause, and perimenopause.
• Metabolic & Cardiovascular Conditions: Diabetes, insulin resistance, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and metabolic syndrome.
• Nutrient Deficiencies: Vitamin and mineral insufficiencies; amino acid or protein imbalances; micronutrient-related fatigue, mood changes or immune issues.
• DIgestive & Inflammatory Disorders: Autoimmune conditions, chronic inflammation, allergies, or immune dysfunction.
• Mental Health & Neurological Concerns: Neurotrasmitter imbalances; mood disorders, anxiety, or depression; cognitive symptoms such as brain fog.
• Genetic & Pharmacogenomic Insights: Medication response and metabolism; and disease risk predispositions.

After receiving the results, Nicole creates a personalized treatment plan if necessary to improve your health, ease symptoms, and reduce the risk of medical complications. This plan will be discussed in great detail at your scheduled follow up appointment.

How can I receive lab orders?

To receive lab orders, simply schedule a telehealth evaluation with Nicole at Whole Path Integrative Care. 

She discusses the reason for your visit, reviews your medical history and lifestyle, asks about any symptoms, and discusses your medications. Nicole determines if you’re a candidate for lifestyle changes (such as weight loss), medication management, dietary supplements, additional treatments, or care from another specialist for a complex medical concern.

What should I expect after receiving lab orders?

After receiving your lab test order, simply head to a nearby lab to have your blood drawn or leave a urine or stool sample.

After receiving your lab test results, Nicole determines if you need treatment. She follows up periodically to ensure you maintain exceptional health or to detect any new health concerns. She lets you know when to schedule your next appointment based on your specific health needs. You might need lab testing yearly, twice a year, every few months, every few weeks, or as needed. 

Schedule a telehealth appointment with Nicole at Whole Path Integrative Care by booking a visit online today.