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Comprehensive Laboratory Testing and GeneSight® Testing

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Comprehensive Laboratory Testing

Certain medical conditions and nutrient imbalances can contribute to or worsen mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, fatigue, brain fog, and mood changes. When indicated, we may recommend comprehensive laboratory testing to evaluate underlying factors that can impact mental well-being, including:

  • Thyroid function

  • Vitamin deficiencies (such as vitamin B12, folate, and vitamin D)

  • Iron levels

  • Metabolic markers

  • Other relevant medical indicators based on your history and symptoms

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GeneSight® Pharmacogenomic Testing

GeneSight® testing evaluates how your body may process certain psychiatric medications based on your genetic makeup. This information can help guide medication selection and dosing by identifying medications that may be better tolerated or metabolized differently.

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What to Expect

  • Laboratory testing and/or GeneSight® testing is discussed during your appointment

  • The purpose, benefits, and limitations are reviewed beforehand

  • Results are reviewed together and incorporated into your treatment plan

  • All decisions remain collaborative and patient-centered

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FAQs

  • Coverage for laboratory testing and GeneSight® testing varies by insurance plan. Many standard labs are covered when medically indicated, while genetic testing coverage depends on your insurer. We review testing recommendations and potential costs with you before ordering anything. Testing is mostly always optional and not required for treatment.

  • Some medical conditions and nutrient imbalances can contribute to symptoms like anxiety, depression, fatigue, or brain fog. Laboratory testing can help rule out or identify underlying factors that may affect mental health and medication response.

  • No. Neither laboratory testing nor GeneSight® testing can predict with certainty which medication will work best. These tools provide additional information to help guide treatment decisions, alongside clinical judgment and your personal treatment goals.

    • Most laboratory test results are available within a few days

    • GeneSight® results typically return within 1–3 weeks

    Results are reviewed together during a follow-up appointment.

  • Results are reviewed together and discussed in the context of your symptoms and treatment goals.

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When symptoms feel overwhelming or unclear, thoughtful evaluation can help guide next steps. Laboratory and genetic testing are tools we may use to better understand what’s happening and support more personalized care.

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