Services
Labs and Advanced Testing
Lab testing your provider may order to look at areas such as nutrition, thyroid function, cardiac risk factors, inflammation and digestion. Results are interpreted by your provider alongside your history; some tests are not used in conventional diagnosis.
How testing works
Your provider recommends tests after an evaluation, explains what each can and can’t tell you, and reviews results with you. Many specialty tests are private pay. Ask us about cost before testing.
Laboratories and tests we use
- Genova Diagnostics, including the NutrEval nutritional panel. NCFM is not affiliated with Genova Diagnostics.
- SpectraCell micronutrient testing
- IntellxxDNA, a genetic testing company NCFM uses. NCFM is not affiliated with IntellxxDNA.
- Galleri multi-cancer early detection test (GRAIL) [offering confirmed by Michael, Oct 29] NCFM is not affiliated with GRAIL.
- 3×4 Genetics nutrigenomic testing
- Food sensitivity testing and comprehensive stool analysis
- Standard lab work through Quest Diagnostics and Labcorp (see below)
- The p-tau217 blood test, which may help your provider assess Alzheimer’s-related brain changes in adults with memory symptoms. It is not a standalone diagnosis. (See Brain Health.)
- Bone density scanning, on site when ordered by your provider
- 3D ultrasound imaging, on site with our in-office machine, when ordered by your provider
Standard Lab Work (Quest & LabCorp)
- For routine blood work, such as blood counts, metabolic and lipid panels, A1c, thyroid and inflammation markers, your provider may send orders to Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp, independent national laboratories. NCFM is not affiliated with either laboratory. You can usually have blood drawn at a patient service center near you.
- Billing for standard lab work may differ from our specialty tests.
Before your test
Some tests need fasting or timed collection; your care team will send instructions.
Therapies are offered after provider evaluation. Suitability and individual results vary. This information is educational and is not a substitute for advice from your physician.
Example results
Not a real patient. Ranges vary by lab.
markers on file
within this lab’s range
outside this lab’s range
interpreted in context
Blood (CBC)(2)
About these tests →Hemoglobin 14.1 g/dL · In range
Carries oxygen in red blood cells. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
White blood cells 6.2 x10³/µL · In range
A count of infection-fighting cells. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Metabolic, liver & kidney(3)
About these tests →Glucose, fasting 104 mg/dL · Out of range
Blood sugar after fasting; slightly above this lab’s range. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
eGFR 92 mL/min · In range
An estimate of kidney filtering. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
ALT 22 U/L · In range
A liver enzyme. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Heart(2)
About these tests →LDL cholesterol 132 mg/dL · Out of range
A cholesterol carrier; above this lab’s range. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
HDL cholesterol 58 mg/dL · In range
Often called “good” cholesterol. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Thyroid(1)
About these tests →TSH 2.1 mIU/L · In range
The signal from the brain to the thyroid. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Inflammation(1)
About these tests →hs-CRP 1.8 mg/L · In range
A general marker of inflammation. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Nutrients(2)
About these tests →Vitamin D, 25-OH 27 ng/mL · Out of range
Below this lab’s range. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Ferritin 64 ng/mL · In range
Iron storage. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Functional & nutritional (Genova)(2)
About these tests →Organic acids marker (example) — · No standard range
No standard reference range; your provider interprets it in context
Shown as a pattern rather than a single range. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Omega-3 index 5.1 % · No standard range
No standard reference range; your provider interprets it in context
Fatty-acid balance; interpreted in context. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Body composition & bone (in-office DEXA)(2)
About these tests →Bone density T-score (example) -1.2 · No standard range
No standard reference range; your provider interprets it in context
Your provider explains what this score means for you. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
Lean mass (example) 44.8 kg · No standard range
No standard reference range; your provider interprets it in context
From the same DEXA scan. Discuss with your provider.
Example trend · not a real patient
3D ultrasound(1)
Compare our test sources
NCFM orders from several labs. Your provider decides which, if any, fit your care.
Quest & LabCorp
Used for: Standard lab work such as blood counts, metabolic panels, lipids, thyroid and vitamin levels
Sample: Mostly blood, sometimes urine
Where: Patient service center or our office
Turnaround: Often a few days, depending on the test
Insurance: Often billed to insurance
Genova Diagnostics
Used for: Functional testing of gut health, nutrition, hormones and stress hormones
Sample: Stool, urine, saliva, breath, bloodspot or cheek swab
Where: Mostly at-home kits
Turnaround: Typically 7 to 17 days after the lab receives samples (some gut tests up to 27 days)
Learn more: Genova page
Galleri (GRAIL)
Used for: A multi-cancer early detection blood test, in addition to standard screenings
Sample: Blood draw
Where: Our office or a draw site
Turnaround: About 2 weeks after the lab receives the sample
Learn more: Galleri page
IntellxxDNA
Used for: A genomic report on selected gene variants
Sample: Cheek swab or saliva
Where: At-home kit
Turnaround: Not published by the vendor; your provider can give an estimate
Learn more: IntellxxDNA page
Sources: questdiagnostics.com; labcorp.com; Genova Connect shop; galleri.com; intellxxdna.com: Get a report
How it works
Evaluation
Each test is ordered individually by your provider after an evaluation.
Testing
Your provider explains what the test can and cannot show before ordering it.
Review
Results are interpreted by your provider alongside your history.
Frequently asked questions
Who orders my tests?
Each test is ordered individually by your provider after an evaluation.
Who explains my results?
Results are interpreted by your provider alongside your history.
Is NCFM affiliated with the laboratory?
No. NCFM is not affiliated with the laboratories it uses.
How do I know which lab my test goes to?
Your provider chooses the lab for each test. We tell you where and how to collect your sample.
Are specialty tests covered by insurance?
Coverage varies. Standard labs are often billed to insurance. Specialty tests such as Genova, Galleri and IntellxxDNA are often not covered. Ask our team before you order.
Do I need to fast?
Some blood tests need fasting. Your provider or kit instructions will tell you.
Will I get a copy of my results?
Yes. Your provider reviews your results with you, and you can ask for a copy.
Start with a conversation.
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