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Foundational Laboratory Testing

Meaning

Foundational Laboratory Testing refers to the core panel of clinical diagnostic assays used to establish a baseline assessment of an individual’s overall metabolic, inflammatory, and hormonal status. These initial investigations provide essential, broad-spectrum data points that inform subsequent, more specialized endocrine or functional testing. Comprehensive foundational testing serves as the crucial first step in identifying overt pathology and discerning systemic imbalances that may underlie reported symptoms or suboptimal wellness states.