Functional Medicine Testing
Provided by 4 Elements Direct Primary Care LLC
Methylation Testing
We offer methylation testing through our partners at Genova diagnostics.
Methylation is a key process in the body that has multiple functions, one of which is activating and turning off certain genes.
Our consultation and test can help you understand your methylation patterns and whether there is room for improvement. While this is a well-used test in the Naturopathic space, we are happy to offer it as part of our Functional Medicine testing.
Often times it helps to understand body processes to make lifestyle changes, or tailor supplements to very specific goals and measure those. Unfortunately, we don’t always have these types of changes studied in double-blinded placebo-controlled trials, so there is a paucity of data, but for many individuals, it has made significant changes positively and benefits to their health.
Steps for the package:
1. Please call office or text to book an appointment at 860-469-5646.
2. Complete the consent form.
3. This test is not covered by insurance and costs are located here.
Micronutrient & Functional Medicine Testing
We have partnered with Vibrant America to provide to provide a comprehensive micronutrient and functional medicine testing. Learn more about all the tests here.
Many times people are taking supplements without knowing exactly what their body needs and the clinical status, or they are going for IV therapy thinking they need certain nutrients. And then there are individuals who are on a medical weight loss program with caloric deficit and it may not obvious if they are missing certain micronutrients.
With this package, we offer an initial history review, we draw the tests and ship them out, and offer a follow-up consultation with recommendations. We are not managing any conditions long-term and will fax over a report to your primary care physician to be able to manage this. If you do not have a primary care physician, we will provide recommendations. We will also provide you recommendations for a Registered Dietician if it may help you review your diet.
Steps for the package:
1. Please see bottom of page to book an appointment. IF YOU ARE A DIRECT PRIMARY CARE PATIENT, PLEASE REACH OUT TO US FOR A DISCOUNT CODE FOR YOUR PURCHASE SINCE THE CONSULTATION IS INCLUDED IN YOUR MEMBERSHIP.
2. Complete the consent form.
3. These tests are not covered by insurance.
4. Arrive at your visit in order for blood to be drawn if you are having them drawn in the office. Fasting is not required.
5. Book your follow-up telehealth visit to review the comprehensive report.