Micronutrient Testing

What is micronutrient testing?

Micronutrient testing is an effective tool for diagnosing chronic conditions caused by micronutrient deficiencies. 

Executive Medicine of Texas offers micronutrient testing through SpectraCell Laboratories, the only lab in the United States that provides functional intracellular testing. 

For what does micronutrient testing screen?

Micronutrient testing doesn’t screen for anything. Instead, it determines how efficiently your body utilizes:

• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Fatty acids
• Amino acids
• Metabolites
• Antioxidants

These components, or micronutrients, directly affect your health and quality of life. Research suggests micronutrient deficiencies may increase the risk of inflammation and, in turn, chronic disease. 

A micronutrient test can determine if you’re deficient. If you are, your Executive Medicine of Texas provider can make dietary recommendations, ensuring you get the nutrients needed to thrive.

Who can benefit from micronutrient testing?

Executive Medicine of Texas recommends everyone undergo micronutrient testing. That’s because the majority of people, including those who eat healthily and take vitamins, have a deficiency. Testing can catch the issue early on before it negatively affects your health. 

What’s more, your provider can use the results of your test to determine the types of food and supplements that most benefit you.

What are some conditions that occur due to micronutrient deficiencies?

There are various chronic conditions that are more likely to occur as a result of micronutrient deficiencies, including:

• Inflammation
• Diabetes
• Fatigue
• Mood disorders
• Heart disease
• Osteoporosis
• Migraines
• Alzheimer’s disease

If you’re an athlete, a micronutrient deficiency may affect your performance or endurance on the court or the playing field.

What does micronutrient testing involve?

Executive Medicine of Texas offers micronutrient testing both onsite and through the mail. You can visit the office and have your blood drawn or your provider can ship a kit to your home, arrange a laboratory blood draw, and call you and go over the results when they come in.

Once you receive the results of the test, your provider can recommend diet changes and nutritional supplements or vitamins to restore your body to balance. 

Does a concierge medicine program include micronutrient testing?

No, micronutrient testing isn’t part of the concierge medicine program at Executive Medicine of Texas. If you’re interested in micronutrient testing, let your provider know, and they can order the panel and add the cost to your next bill. 

To learn more about the benefits of micronutrient testing, make an appointment at Executive Medicine of Texas by calling the office or clicking the online scheduling tool today. 

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