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Functional Status Interpretation

Meaning

The comprehensive clinical process of evaluating and making sense of an individual’s overall physiological capacity and adaptive reserve, moving beyond isolated laboratory values. This interpretation integrates objective metrics—such as hormonal profiles, metabolic rate, and physical performance data—with subjective reports of energy, cognition, and well-being. The goal is to establish a holistic picture of systemic vitality and identify functional bottlenecks that may not be apparent from standard diagnostic tests alone.