The three labs I use the most.
Functional lab testing isn't one-size-fits-all. I use three main tests, but I don't run all three for everyone. HTMA is my foundational test and where most clients start. From there, I may add GI-MAP, MRT, or blood, breath, and urine testing, depending on what you're experiencing.
A lot of folks feel off even when their labs say "normal." Others have never had the chance to test at all. Either way, functional testing helps us understand what's actually going on in your body.
HTMA
HTMA
HAIR TISSUE MINERAL ANALYSIS
A window into your mineral status, stress patterns, and metabolic function
WHAT IT IS
HTMA is a non-invasive tissue test that uses a small sample of hair to assess your mineral levels and ratios over the past 2 to 3 months. Unlike blood work, which reflects what is circulating right now, HTMA gives us a longer-term picture of how your body has been managing minerals and responding to stress.
Minerals are the foundation of nearly every process in your body. Energy production, hormone balance, thyroid function, blood sugar regulation, sleep, and nervous system resilience all depend on minerals being in the right amounts and ratios. When they fall out of balance, you feel it throughout your whole system.
If you've looked into micronutrient blood panels before, you know they can be expensive and often require a lab visit. HTMA offers a more affordable, at-home way to understand your mineral status and how your body has been managing stress over time — without the cost or hassle of a blood draw.
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Testing is done at home using a small hair sample from the back of the head, which is then mailed to the lab. No needles, no clinic visits required.
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WHAT WE LEARN FROM IT
Key mineral levels: calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, zinc, copper, and more
Mineral ratios that reflect adrenal and thyroid function patterns
Metabolic rate and stress response tendencies
Presence of heavy metals that may interfere with mineral function
"I have no more episodes of low blood sugar and blood pressure, my hair is growing back, and no more gray hair. Because of this work, I can finally realize my dream of starting a family."
— Kristin M.
GI-MAP
GI-MAP
GASTROINTESTINAL MICROBIAL ASSAY PLUS
A comprehensive look at what is living in your gut and how your digestive system is functioning
WHAT IT IS
"Also known as comprehensive stool testing, the GI-MAP uses DNA analysis... Up to 90% of all diseases can be traced back to the health of the gut — which is exactly what this test is designed to uncover."
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The GI-MAP stool test uses DNA analysis to assess your gut’s full ecosystem, including bacteria, parasites, fungi, viruses, and key markers of digestion, inflammation, immune function, and intestinal health.
Your gut does more than digest food; it influences immune regulation, neurotransmitter production, hormone metabolism, and overall inflammation. Gut issues can affect many body systems beyond digestion.
GI-MAP is more sensitive than standard stool tests, detecting even dormant microbes for a clearer, more accurate view of your gut health.
The collection kit is mailed to your home and returned via a FedEx prepaid label. The process is simple and completed in the privacy of your own home.
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WHAT WE LEARN FROM IT
H. Pylori and its virulence factors
Levels of beneficial and opportunistic bacteria
Markers of intestinal inflammation
Signs of leaky gut (intestinal permeability)
Digestive enzyme output and secretory immune response
Presence of bacterial, parasitic, viral pathogens in the GI tract
MRT
MRT
MEDIATOR RELEASE TEST
Identifying how your immune system responds to the foods and food chemicals you eat every day
WHAT IT IS
The MRT blood test measures your immune system's response to 176 foods and chemicals. Unlike food allergies, food sensitivity reactions can be delayed by hours or days, making triggers hard to identify.
When your immune system reacts, it releases chemicals causing inflammation, leading to symptoms like digestive issues, headaches, fatigue, joint pain, and skin problems. The MRT identifies these foods to create a personalized, calming diet plan.
MRT is one of the most accurate food sensitivity tests, covering key immune pathways beyond standard panels.
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A blood draw is done at a local lab of your choice. The kit and lab slip are mailed to you. We review the results together in a virtual appointment.
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WHAT WE LEARN FROM IT
Your immune reactivity to 176 specific foods and food chemicals
Which foods are the safest starting point for an anti-inflammatory eating plan
Which foods may be silently driving your symptoms
A personalized roadmap for a structured elimination and reintroduction process
WORK WITH ME
Two ways to work together
Choose the pathway that is right for you
PATHWAY 1 - A GREAT START
HTMA Mineral Foundations Assessment
A simple, at-home hair test that gives us a foundational look at your mineral status, stress patterns, and metabolic function. Includes the kit and a video results review for you to watch (and rewatch as desired!). A great way to get real information and clear next steps without committing to a full program.
PATHWAY 2 - FULL JOURNEY
Wholistic ALIGNment Program
If you are ready to dive in fully, my Wholistic ALIGNment Program is a 1:1 partnership built around your story, your labs, and your goals. The first step is to schedule an initial assessment. No pressure no obligation to commit to the program — just a real conversation about what's going on and a path for moving forward. .