The 5 Labs I Run When Someone Says “I’ve Tried Everything”

If you’ve changed your diet, tried 10 different supplements, gone to every specialist, and still feel like garbage — this is for you.

Because when someone tells me:

“I’ve tried everything and nothing helps…”

…I don’t assume they’re exaggerating.
I assume no one’s run the right labs.

Here are the top 5 tests I run when someone feels dismissed, depleted, or “stuck.”

Why Labs Matter (When Nothing Else Is Working)

You don’t need another guess.
You need data, the right kind of data.

But most conventional panels are:

• Too basic

• Not root-cause focused

• Interpreted with the wrong lens

Functional testing lets us see patterns, not just red flags, so we can actually understand where your system is struggling.

The Root Cause 5: My Go-To Labs

1. Full Thyroid Panel

Not just TSH.
We need:

• Free T3

• Free T4

• Reverse T3

• TPO antibodies

Why: This gives us a clear picture of how well your thyroid is producing, converting, and delivering energy.

For: Fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, brain fog, mood swings

2. Ferritin + Iron Panel

Ferritin is your iron storage. I want it above 70 for optimal oxygen delivery and mitochondrial energy.

Why: Low ferritin = low fuel for your cells.

For: Hair loss, fatigue, breathlessness, anxiety, poor recovery

3. 4-Point Cortisol Test (DUTCH or Saliva)

A single blood cortisol won’t cut it.
We need to see your cortisol rhythm across the whole day.

Why: A flat or reversed curve explains burnout, anxiety, wired-but-tired, and sleep issues.

For: Stress, fatigue, insomnia, inflammation, weight changes

4. GI-MAP (Stool Test)

This test looks at pathogens, inflammation, digestion, and the gut–immune connection.

Why: The gut is central to everything: hormones, immunity, brain, energy.

For: Bloating, food sensitivities, skin issues, autoimmunity, fatigue, IBS

5. Micronutrient Panel or OAT (Organic Acids Test)

We test what fuels your mitochondria: B vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants, and methylation markers.

Why: No fuel = no function.

For: Fatigue, brain fog, low mood, chronic illness, weird symptoms no one can figure out

It’s Not About More Testing — It’s About Smarter Testing

If you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck, don’t gaslight yourself.

You’re not broken.
You’re likely under-tested or misinterpreted.

We need:
✅ The right labs
✅ Functional ranges
✅ A full-body lens

Ready for Answers?

If you’re tired of guessing and ready for real data...

This is exactly what I do.

I order these 5 tests for most new patients who feel complex, missed, or “not taken seriously.”

Book a discovery call to see if it’s a fit