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How Lab Testing and Compounding at Village Green Apothecary Work Together For Your Health
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In the evolving world of personalized healthcare, the combination of lab testing and compounding has transformed how individuals can approach their health. At Village Green Apothecary, we offer both lab testing and compounding services that work hand in hand. Whether you're seeking customized supplements or medications, the integration of lab testing and compounding ensures that your plan is specific to your body’s unique needs, leading to better health outcomes.
The Role of Lab Testing at Village Green Apothecary
Village Green Apothecary offers a variety of lab testing services that allow healthcare professionals to identify specific imbalances or deficiencies in the body. These tests provide insights into the body’s unique biochemistry, from hormone levels to nutrient deficiencies, and can pinpoint areas that need support.
Here are some of the key lab tests available:
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Micronutrient Testing: This test measures the levels of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in the body. Knowing exactly which nutrients are lacking can help create a precise supplementation plan.
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Hormone Testing: Hormone imbalances can affect everything from energy levels and weight management to mood and sleep. Comprehensive hormone panels can identify imbalances and guide targeted interventions.
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Brain Chemistry Panel Lab Testing: Research shows that 95% of individuals with mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and behavior disorders have distinct biochemical imbalances that contribute to their mental health symptoms. These imbalances, once accurately identified via lab testing, can be naturally corrected using precision nutrient therapy, resulting in significant improvements in mental well-being. In fact, 85% of individuals experience transformative results from taking targeted nutrients.
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Gut Health Testing: Your gut health plays a critical role in nutrient absorption and overall well-being. These tests can detect imbalances in gut bacteria, inflammation, and digestive issues, leading to tailored digestive support and supplementation.
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Brain Biochemistry Precision Nutrient Program
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$780.00
Brain Biochemistry Precision Nutrient Program
Research shows that 95% of individuals with mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and behavior disorders have distinct biochemical imbalances that contribute to their mental health symptoms. These imbalances, once accurately identified via lab testing, can be naturally corrected using precision nutrient therapy, resulting in significant improvements in mental well-being. In fact, 85% of individuals experience transformative results from taking targeted nutrients.
Even if a mental health disorder runs in your family, it does not mean that it is inevitable or irreversible. With the guidance of a skilled nutrition professional, precision nutrient therapy offers a safe and effective approach for optimizing your brain chemistry.
We created our Brain Biochemistry Precision Nutrient Program to be a comprehensive package designed to help identify and correct your specific nutrient deficiencies, overloads, and biochemical imbalances. By addressing the root causes, we're not merely alleviating symptoms – we're fostering lasting wellness.
This Program Includes:
Brain Chemistry Panel Lab Test: This blood and urine test assesses five important biomarkers to evaluate your zinc and copper balance, methylation status, pyrrole levels, oxidative stress, and specific nutrient needs.
An Extensive Health History: Your medical history, diet, and lifestyle habits provide valuable insights for designing your personalized nutrition plan.
Comprehensive Analysis: Your health history will be meticulously reviewed, and the results of your lab test will be carefully interpreted by skilled health professionals.
Personalized Action Plan: Based on the analysis, you'll receive recommendations for a customized nutrient formula tailored to your specific needs.
30-Minute Nutrition Consultation: A session with a licensed nutritionist to discuss your test results, review your custom nutrient plan, and receive support and guidance on implementation.
Coordination with Our Compounding Lab: Assisting you in purchasing and receiving your custom formula from our compounding lab for seamless integration into your wellness routine.
Learn More Our Brain Chemistry Panel Lab Test ►
How to Optimize your Brain Chemistry Through the Power of Precision Nutrient Therapy ►
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Micronutrient Analysis
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$380.00
Cellular Micronutrient Assay
This comprehensive nutritional analysis measures over 50 micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other key nutrients) at the cellular level. Compared to serum testing, which only gives a snapshot of one’s nutrient status, cellular testing provides insight into long-term, functional nutritional status.
Why is this test important?
Nutrients are vital to health and are required for every metabolic process in the body. Insufficiencies can negatively affect health and play a role in compromising immune health and setting the stage for degenerative processes, such as arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes.
Nutrient requirements are unique to each individual and are impacted by many factors, such as diet, age, digestion and absorption, medications, stress, genetics, pregnancy, activity levels, illnesses, sleep patterns, and toxin levels. Regularly evaluating one’s micronutrient status can help to determine optimal daily nutrient intake and allow for ongoing customized support.
The Cellular Micronutrient Assay measures the following nutrients:
Vitamins
Minerals
Amino Acids
Other Nutrients
Thiamine (vitamin B1)
Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
Biotin
Cobalamin (vitamin B12)
Folate (vitamin B9)
Nicotinamide (niacin, vitamin B3)
Pantothenic Acid
Pyridoxine (vitamin B6)
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin E (delta-tocotrienol)
Vitamin K1
Vitamin K2-MK7
Vitamin K2-MK4
Boron
Calcium
Chromium
Copper
Iodine
Iron
Lithium
Magnesium
Manganese
Molybdenum
Potassium
Selenium
Strontium
Vanadium
Zinc
Arginine
Asparagine
Cysteine
Glutamine
Glycine
Histidine
Isoleucine
Leucine
Lysine
Serine
Methionine
Phenylalanine
Taurine
Threonine
Tryptophan
Tyrosine
Valine
Alpha-ketoglutarate
Carnitine
Choline
Glutathione
Inositol
Test Type:
Blood – A test kit will be mailed to you along with instructions for having your blood drawn at a participating lab. We can also help connect you with a mobile phlebotomist, if you prefer. Please note an additional blood draw fee will be required.
Please note:
All tests are authorized and reviewed by a physician from our partner laboratory, DHA Laboratory.
Sample Test Report (only the Micronutrient Assay will be provided)
Results:
In approximately 14 business days, DHA Laboratory will email you your test results. For a detailed interpretation of your results as well as recommendations for next steps, please schedule a consultation with a Village Green nutritionist.
Questions?
Email a Village Green nutritionist or call 800-869-9159.
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Digestive Health Panel
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Digestive Health Panel
Evidence suggests that many chronic health issues arise from disturbances in the GI tract. Problems with digestion, absorption, elimination, and/or microbiome balance can have far reaching effects in the body. A comprehensive stool analysis is a fantastic tool to assess the overall health of the GI system and pinpoint the specific areas that need attention.
This thorough test provides detailed information about digestion, absorption, bacterial balance, yeast overgrowth, inflammation, metabolic activity, and immune function. If you have been suffering from GI symptoms, have an autoimmune condition or other health concerns, such as skin issues, fatigue, depression, or joint pain, this test is highly recommended.
The Digestive Health Panel Measures:
Bacteria levels (beneficial and pathogenic)
Yeast culture
Digestion/Absorption:
Elastase
Fat stain
Muscle fibers
Vegetable fibers
Carbohydrates
Inflammation:
Lactoferrin
Calprotectin
Lysozyme
White blood cells
Mucus
Immunology:
SIgA
Short chain fatty acids:
Acetate
Proprionate
Butyrate
Valerate
Total SCFA’s
Intestinal health markers:
Occult blood
Red blood cells
pH
Test Type:
Stool Sample
A test kit will be mailed to you from our lab partner, DHA Laboratory, that contains detailed collection instructions.
Results:
Test results will be emailed to you from DHA Laboratory in approximately 10-14 business days. For a detailed interpretation of your results and customized recommendations, please schedule an appointment with a Village Green nutritionist.
Sample Test Report
Please Note:
All tests are authorized and reviewed by a physician from our partner laboratory.
Questions?
Email a Village Green nutritionist or call 800-869-9159.
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Womens Wellness Panel
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$505.00
Women's Wellness Panel
This comprehensive lab test is designed to help women establish a thorough baseline of their health, detect possible health risks, and provide indicators of health concerns. Repeating this panel yearly is a great way to stay on top of one’s health.
The Women’s Wellness Panel covers everything found in a basic lab check-up but goes well beyond the typical markers that doctors tend to run. For example, this panel includes a thorough look into thyroid health, hormone balance, markers of inflammation, key nutrient levels, cardiovascular health, and metabolic health.
This Panel Includes:
CBC (Complete Blood Count)
A CBC gives important information about the kinds and numbers of cells in the blood, especially red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. This panel looks for many illnesses, including anemia, infections, and leukemia, in your blood.
CMP (Comprehensive Metabolic Panel)
CMP is a blood test that measures your sugar (glucose) level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This panel includes ALT/(SPGT), alkaline phosphatase, AST/SGOT, bilirubin total, bun, calcium, carbon dioxide total, chloride, creatinine, globulin, glucose, potassium, protein total, sodium. AG ratio, bun/creatinine ratio.
Lipid Panel
The lipid panel measures HDL (high-density lipoprotein), LDL (low-density lipoprotein), VLDL (very low-density lipoprotein), and provides a LDL:HDL ratio. The ratio can help a person evaluate their risk for heart disease.
Urinalysis
A urinalysis is used to help detect substances or cellular material in the urine associated with a range of disorders, including urinary tract infections, diabetes, and kidney disease.
Hormone Panel
Prolactin
This test measures the level of the hormone prolactin, which is made by the pituitary gland. Prolactin’s primary role is to help initiate and maintain breast milk production in pregnant and nursing women. High prolactin levels can interfere with ovulation. The test can be used to diagnose galactorrhea, or abnormal lactation, but can also be useful in the diagnosis of headaches and visual disturbances.
Progesterone
The hormone progesterone is produced by the ovaries during ovulation. Measuring progesterone levels can be helpful in determining whether or not a woman has ovulated, when ovulation occurred, or to monitor the success of induced ovulation. An imbalance between progesterone and estrogen is linked to weight gain, insomnia, anxiety, depression, migraine, cancer, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and osteoporosis.
Estradiol
Estradiol (E2) is the most dominant and strongest form of estrogen. Made in the ovarian follicles, estradiol plays an important role in the first half of the menstrual cycle as well as after ovulation. It can be helpful to look at the relationship between estradiol and progesterone in evaluating menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, mood disorders, and aging skin.
FSH/LH
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) are made by the pituitary gland and play an important role in sexual development and functioning. These hormones help to control the menstrual cycle and growth of eggs in the ovaries. FSH and LH levels change throughout the menstrual cycle, with the highest levels just before ovulation. Measuring FSH can be helpful in determining ovarian reserve.
DHEA, S
DHEA is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. DHEA-sulfate (DHEA-S) is the sulfated form of DHEA and represents a stable measure of adrenal function and stress accumulated over time. DHEA-S helps to modulate neurotransmitter synthesis, and plays a role in immune health, inflammation, executive function, working memory, attention, and has a stress-buffering effect.
Testosterone, Free & Total
Testosterone is produced by the adrenal glands and ovaries. It is also produced from the conversion of steroid hormones such as DHEA. Testosterone plays an important role in mood and mental outlook, bone and muscle health, cardiovascular health, and libido. Testosterone levels tend to decline with age. Total testosterone measures the total amount of testosterone in the blood stream. Free testosterone measures the amount of testosterone that is available to connect with testosterone receptors in the body.
Thyroid Analysis (TSH, FTI, T3 Up, T4 Total, T3 Total, Free T4, Free T3)
This comprehensive analysis provides an assessment of thyroid function and can help to pinpoint underlying causes contributing to hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
Inflammatory Markers
CRP, Cardiac
C-reactive protein (CRP) is a protein in your blood, which when elevated, is indicative of inflammation. This test can be used to evaluate your risk of developing coronary artery disease, a condition in which the arteries of your heart are narrowed. Inflammation (swelling) of the arteries has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, heart attack, stroke, and peripheral arterial disease.
Homocysteine
Homocysteine is an amino acid that is produced by the body and is normally changed into other amino acids during the methylation process. However, due to a variety of factors, homocysteine levels can rise. Elevated homocysteine is a risk factor for cardiovascular events in addition to cognitive decline.
Blood Sugar Markers
Glucose
This test detects blood sugar imbalances, such as high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) or low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Measuring glucose can screen for prediabetes and diabetes and is also important for monitoring persons with diabetes.
HgA1c with eAG
The hemoglobin A1C test provides a measurement of a person’s average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months. This serves as a helpful indicator of how well blood sugar is being controlled. Also included is an estimated average glucose (eAG), which is a calculation of a person’s average daily blood sugar level.
Key Nutrients
Vitamin D
Vitamin D, 25-hydroxy test measures the level of circulating vitamin D in the blood. This very important vitamin performs many vital roles in the body, including supporting bone and immune health. Many people do not have adequate vitamin D levels. This test can be helpful in identifying an insufficiency and determining an optimal vitamin D3 supplement dosage level.
Magnesium, RBC
Magnesium is a mineral that is important for strong bones and muscles, heart health, glucose and blood pressure regulation, energy production, and nerve function. This test is used to determine the level of magnesium in red blood cells, which provides a very accurate measurement.
Test Type:
Blood test* and Urinalysis
You will receive an email within 24-48 hours from our lab partner, DHA Laboratory, that contains your lab requisition form and necessary instructions. Take this to a local LabCorp Patient Service Center. Please note that this test requires fasting 12-14 hours prior to blood collection.
Results:
In approximately 5 business days, DHA Laboratory will email you your test results. For a detailed interpretation of your results as well as recommendations for next steps, please schedule a consultation with a Village Green nutritionist.
Please note:
All tests are authorized and reviewed by a physician from our partner laboratory.
*Blood testing services are available only in the continental United States and Anchorage, AK. Not available in New York or New Jersey.
Questions?
Email a Village Green nutritionist or call 800-869-9159.
The Power of Compounding at Village Green Apothecary
Once lab testing identifies a specific need, compounding services at Village Green Apothecary come into play. Compounding allows pharmacists to create customized supplements, vitamins, or medications based on your lab results, ensuring you receive the exact nutrients or treatments your body requires.
Key Benefits of Compounding:
- Customized Formulas: Whether you need a specific vitamin blend or a unique combination of medications, compounding creates a product specifically tailored to your lab results.
- Adjustable Dosages: Lab testing might reveal that you need higher or lower doses of certain nutrients than what’s available in standard products. Compounding allows for precise dosing adjustments based on your specific health profile.
- Personalized Formats: Compounded products can be made in various forms such as liquids, capsules, or topical creams, depending on your preferences and needs.
- Free from Fillers and Allergens: Many commercial supplements contain additives or allergens that may not suit everyone. Compounding ensures you get a product that is free from unnecessary fillers, dyes, or allergens.
How Lab Testing and Compounding Work Together at Village Green Apothecary
The real power of these two services is how they complement each other. Here’s a look at how the process works and why it’s so effective:
Step 1: Comprehensive Lab Testing
The first step is undergoing lab testing to assess your current health. Whether you’re interested in optimizing your vitamin and mineral levels, balancing hormones, or addressing digestive issues, the test results give you a snapshot of where your health stands. These tests provide your healthcare team with valuable data, eliminating the guesswork from creating a personalized wellness plan.
Step 2: Consultation and Interpretation
After your lab results come in, Village Green Apothecary’s healthcare professionals can help interpret the results and create a tailored plan. They’ll help determine which nutrients or medications need to be adjusted, supplemented, or removed from your routine to best support your health goals.
Step 3: Custom Compounding
Once the lab data is analyzed, the compounding pharmacy steps in to create a product tailored to your specific results. This could mean developing a custom vitamin blend to address nutrient deficiencies or creating medications in precise dosages that may not be commercially available.
Step 4: Ongoing Monitoring and Adjustments
Health is not static, and your body’s needs can change over time. That’s why Village Green Apothecary emphasizes ongoing monitoring through regular lab testing. Based on new results, your compounded formulas can be adjusted to ensure you’re continuously receiving the most effective treatment.
The Benefits of Combining Lab Testing and Compounding
By combining lab testing with compounding, you’re ensuring a highly personalized healthcare approach that goes beyond one-size-fits-all solutions. Here are the major benefits:
- Precision in Treatment: Lab testing ensures that you’re not taking unnecessary supplements or medications. Everything is backed by scientific data, leading to a highly targeted and effective approach.
- Optimized Nutrient Absorption: Personalized supplements are compounded with your specific needs in mind, making it easier for your body to absorb and utilize the nutrients.
- Improved Outcomes: When you’re taking exactly what your body needs, the potential for positive health outcomes increases. Whether it’s better energy, improved hormone balance, or enhanced digestion, the tailored approach is designed to support your health in the most efficient way possible.
- Cost-Effective: Instead of buying multiple off-the-shelf supplements or medications that may not fully meet your needs, compounded products are formulated with exactly what you require, often reducing the number of supplements you need to buy.
Take Control of Your Health with Village Green Apothecary
At Village Green Apothecary, we believe in the power of personalized care. Our integration of lab testing and custom compounding offers a truly unique opportunity to optimize your health in a way that’s truly tailored to you. By using data from comprehensive lab tests to guide the formulation of customized supplements and medications, you can be confident that your health plan is tailored to your body’s unique needs. This combination of precision and personalization can lead to better health outcomes and a more optimized approach to wellness. If you’re looking to take your health to the next level, consider exploring the benefits of lab testing and compounding with Village Green Apothecary.
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