Lab Testing: What You Need To Know - Dr. Jamie Gilliam
In this Heal Your Body episode, Dr. Jamie Gilliam deep dives into lab testing and provides a comprehensive presentation that sheds light on the world of laboratory tests. Gain clarity on which tests are necessary, the difference between optimal and n...
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Lab Testing: What You Need To Know - Dr. Jamie Gilliam
In this Heal Your Body episode, Dr. Jamie Gilliam deep dives into lab testing and provides a comprehensive presentation that sheds light on the world of laboratory tests. Gain clarity on which tests are necessary, the difference between optimal and normal lab ranges, and the interconnectedness of different lab values.
She begins by exploring the importance of comprehensive lab testing in healthcare, emphasizing how these tests offer crucial insights into your health status, aiding in diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment decisions. If you've been told, "Your labs are normal," the first question to ask is, "What lab tests were ordered?" Dr. Jamie also explains how initial comprehensive lab results can indicate the need for further diagnostic testing or a referral to the appropriate specialty care provider.
A key focus of this episode is the concept of optimal vs. normal (allopathic) lab ranges. While normal ranges are said to indicate typical values seen in a healthy population, these ranges are often too broad. A patient can be symptomatic with lab values within a broad lab range, while another is asymptomatic. Optimal ranges are more narrow than normal lab ranges, which reflect optimal health. Understanding these distinctions can help you and your healthcare provider identify potential health issues early and also can aid in properly diagnosing existing conditions.
Dr. Jamie also explores the connections between various lab values, illustrating how one value can influence or be influenced by another. She explains the importance of evaluating labs as a whole instead of evaluating each lab value independently. For example, she discusses how LDL cholesterol levels are associated with thyroid hormone levels and many other levels within your lab results, yet many providers do not acknowledge the connection. Understanding these interconnections provides an in-depth view of how the 12 body systems are functioning independently and together, which allows for targeted interventions to optimize health outcomes.
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Starring: Dr. Jamie Gilliam