lab testing Partners

Lab partners are leading specialists in the research, analysis, and development of biomarkers associated with hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function. Optimal HPA function is foundational to peak performance of the body’s neuroendocrine communication system.

NON-Diagnostic neuroendocrine testing

Specialized Laboratory Testing for Neurotransmitters and Hormones

BIOMARKERS TESTED

Neurotransmitters

serotonin molecule, chemical structure

Serotonin

Inhibitory

GABA molecule

GABA

Inhibitory

epinephrine molecule

Epinephrine

Excitatory

Norepinephrine molecule

Norepinephrine

Excitatory

DOPA molecule

Dopamine

Excitatory

glutamate molecule

Glutamate

Excitatory

PEA molecule

PEA

Excitatory

Adrenal Hormones

Cortisol molecule

Cortisol | 4 pt

Adrenal Hormone

DHEA molecule

DHEA-S | 2 pt

Adrenal Hormone

Sex Hormones

Testosterone molecule

Testosterone

Sex Hormone

Progesterone molecule

Progesterone

Sex Hormone

Estrone Molecule

Estrone (E1)

Sex Hormone

Estradiol Molecule

Estradiol (E2)

Sex Hormone

Estriol Molecule

Estriol (E3)

Sex Hormone

COLA/CLIA Accredited

Lab Partners Spotlight

Our lab partners employ the gold standard in urinary neurotransmitter testing. UHPLC Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometry (MS) technology offers the highest level of sensitivity and specificity for measuring neurotransmitter activity. Salivary hormones are measured using ELISA. This technology provides highly accurate and reproducible results to ensure healthcare providers have the lab numbers and data to help to make effective clinical decisions. 

Our lab partners have an extensive quality control program, including:

  • 3rd party proficiency testing with External Quality Assurance Services® (EQAS), The College of American Pathology (CAP), and the American Proficiency Institute
  • Blind samples testing with other labs and internally
  • 2 levels of quality controls required with every test performed and on every day of testing
  • QC values are analyzed using Levy Jennings charts and trends monitored
  • Biannual COLA inspections verifying SOPs and guideline compliance
  • Annual competency assessments of lab employees
  • Quarterly self-inspections 

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The proprietary Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) offers convenient, real-time access to patient results 24/7. NeuroLIMS is HIPAA secure and protects the patient’s personal health information while allowing healthcare providers easy access to test results.  

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Accreditation and Certifications

Our lab partners are both CLIA certified and COLA accredited. COLA Inc. is a physician-directed organization whose purpose is to promote excellence in laboratory medicine and patient care through a program of voluntary education, consultation, and accreditation.

The organization is an independent, non-profit accreditor whose education-based program and standards enable clinical laboratories and staff to meet U.S. CLIA 88 and other regulatory requirements.

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Serotonin

Serotonin

Inhibitory Neurotransmitter

Overview

One of our feel-good neurotransmitters; Low levels of serotonin may relate to occasional symptoms like moodiness, sleep issues, and carb cravings. 

 
 
GABA

GABA

Inhibitory Neurotransmitter

Overview

The brain’s main inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA helps support calmness. It also plays a key role in supporting restful sleep.

 

Epinephrine

Epinephrine

Excitatory Neurotransmitter

Overview

Also known as “adrenaline,” it is the major fight-or-flight hormone, providing the body with what it needs to survive stressful situations.

 

Norepinephrine

Norepinephrine

Excitatory Neurotransmitter

Overview

In the brain, norepinephrine supports the ability to focus and concentrate; it can also support motivational drive and mental energy.

 

Dopamine

Dopamine

Excitatory Neurotransmitter

Overview

One of the feel-good neurotransmitters – it is responsible for the elated feeling experienced as a reward to stimuli.

 

Glutamate

Glutamate

Excitatory Neurotransmitter

Overview

Glutamate is the brain’s main excitatory neurotransmitter, maintaining the alert and awake state. It also is involved in supporting learning and memory.

 

PEA

PEA

Excitatory Neurotransmitter

Overview

PEA is considered to have mood-elevating effects

Overview

Known as the “stress hormone”, it rises in response to stress. Changes in cortisol levels over the course of a day can provide insight into adrenal health.

Overview

Considered the body’s “anti-aging hormone”, DHEA-S levels tend to fall with age.

Overview

Testosterone is one of the main “male” hormones, providing a male’s sex characteristics and a man’s drive, ambition, libido, and positive outlook on life. Women have testosterone in much smaller amounts.

Overview

Progesterone is a female hormone that heavily influences pregnancy. It also serves to balance estrogens. Men also have progesterone, though in smaller quantity.

Overview

One of three types of estrogen, E1 is mostly expressed during and after menopause.

Overview

One of three types of estrogen, E2 is the most powerful estrogen, prominent during a woman’s cycling years.

Overview

One of three types of estrogen, E3 is considered the safest estrogen, naturally high during pregnancy.