Feeling exhausted and foggy? Not sure if it’s perimenopause or something else?
Test, don’t guess!
Fatigue and brain fog can have many causes, from hormonal shifts in perimenopause to other underlying health concerns. The key to getting answers is testing.
My Top Conventional Lab Tests
These are the tests I frequently recommend and interpret through standard medical labs:
- ANA (Antinuclear Antibody Test) – Screens for autoimmune activity.
- CBC with Differential – Assesses overall health, including red and white blood cells, anemia, and immune function.
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) – Evaluates kidney and liver function, electrolytes, and blood sugar levels.
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP) – Measures levels of inflammation in the body.
- Complete Thyroid Panel – Includes TSH, free T3, free T4, and thyroid antibodies to identify or rule out thyroid imbalances.
My Top Specialty Lab Tests
These advanced tests offer deeper insight into hormonal and stress-related imbalances:
- Urine Hormone Testing – Provides a detailed look at your hormone levels and how your body is metabolizing them.
- Salivary Cortisol Testing (including Cortisol Awakening Response) – Evaluates adrenal function and stress response patterns over the course of the day.
Getting clarity on what’s happening in your body is the first step toward feeling your best again. Don’t let fatigue and brain fog slow you down—there’s help!
