Specialty Testing
We oftentimes use specialty tests to help find the root cause of your thyroid problems and/or help reduce antibodies and improve your thyroid health. All of these tests are out-of-network and are therefore considered self-pay. You are free to contact your insurance company or the specialty labs themselves to seek reimbursement, however MyThyroidDoctor can not assist with this.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have not established a doctor-patient relationship we us and/or are not located in a state where we are not licensed, we cannot write prescriptions, send referrals, or give medical advice. You must be a current patient or have a scheduled upcoming appointment to order any labs or specialty tests.
This is a DNA-based stool analysis that looks at the normal gut microbiome, opportunistic bacteria and dysbiosis, H. pylori testing, Candida & fungi, parasites & protozoa, digestive function, and leaky gut syndrome.
- For online instructions on how to collect your stool sample, click here. You should stop all probiotics and antibiotics 2 weeks prior to collecting your sample.
- Health insurance does not cover this test, but Medicare may. It is always your responsibility to contact your insurance company for questions on reimbursement. For further information, FAQs, and billing questions, click here to visit their website.
- The following is what we charge for the test:
- The base price (what the company charges us to process the test);
- $200 for a detailed & personalized multi-page written explanation of your results, how it is affecting your thyroid, supplement recommendations, & writing needed prescriptions;
- A credit card processing fee (what we’re charged by our vendor).
This tests your inflammatory response to food and is what ultimately can affect thyroid function and autoimmunity. It is a much more affordable alternative to the ELISA test below, but only tests 176 foods and food-related chemicals.
- For online instructions on how to collect your sample, click here.
- This is a blood test. If your PCP or local medical center cannot draw your blood, click here for help finding a phlebotomist.
- Medical insurance does not cover this test. For information and FAQs, click here.
- The following is what we charge:
- The base price (what the company charges us to process the test);
- $50 for administrative time
- A credit card processing fee (what we’re charged by our vendor).
This is a urine test that screens for imbalances in neurotransmitter hormones like serotonin (the happiness hormone), GABA (the anti-anxiety hormone), dopamine, glutamate, epinephrine, and many more. When these hormones are altered they can contribute to anxiety, depression, and mood changes. Having a thyroid condition increases your chances of also having an imbalance in your neurotransmitters. By measuring which neurotransmitters are out of balance, we can determine what lifestyle interventions and supplements/medications could help correct the imbalance and hopefully resolve symptoms.
- Medical insurances do not cover this test. For further information and FAQs, click here.
- The following is the breakdown or what we charge:
- The base price (what the company charges us to process the test);
- $100 for administrative time and a detailed plan of action complete with dietary, lifestyle, and supplement recommendations.
- A credit card processing fee (what we’re charged by our vendor).
Our exclusive ThyroidVIP Root Cause Analysis screen allows patients the opportunity to screen for the three most common drivers of immune system activation, inflammation, and thyroid autoimmunity at a fraction of the typical price.
- Leaky Gut Syndrome
- Food Sensitivities (87 IgG foods)
- Chemical, heavy metal, and/or Mold exposures
Urine, stool, and a bloodspot test are easily collected from the comfort of your own home. Step-by-step instructions will be emailed to you once the order is processed. All testing kits will be mailed to you with a pre-paid return mailing envelope.
- Medical insurances do not cover this test.
- The following is the breakdown or what we charge:
- The base prices (what the companies charges us to process the tests);
- $100 for administrative time.
- A credit card processing fee (what we’re charged by our vendo
This Lymphocyte Response Assay (LRA) is the gold standard in delayed hypersensitivity testing. Unlike normal “allergy testing” which only checks IgE (your immediate immune response like allergies and bee stings), this checks your white blood cells 3 different ways for up to 512 foods & chemicals.
- For instructions on how to collect your sample, click here. There is a very specific prep that you need to do starting 4 days prior. Be sure you follow the prep exactly as it’s an expensive test to mess up.
- This is a blood test. You’ll need to contact your local medical center, doctor’s office, other companies that draw labs, or Travalab (most places will charge a fee).
- Medical insurance does not cover this test. For further information and FAQs, click here to visit their website or here to visit their patient support page.
- The following is the breakdown or what we charge:
- The base price (what the company charges us to process the test);
- $50 for time to type up your report;
- A credit card processing fee (what we’re charged by our vendor)