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Functional Diagnostics

Meaning

Functional diagnostics is a specialized, patient-centered approach to clinical assessment that moves beyond traditional disease labeling to investigate the underlying physiological and biochemical dysfunctions that contribute to complex, chronic health conditions, particularly those involving the endocrine system. This methodology employs advanced laboratory testing, including comprehensive hormone metabolite profiling and genetic analysis, to map the functional capacity of organ systems and metabolic pathways. The objective is to identify precise points of regulatory failure, rather than simply diagnosing a final disease state, allowing for highly targeted therapeutic interventions.