Beyond Standard Health Panels: The Biomarkers That Truly Matter
From Ascend Above Average · 23:37
Show by TopHealth Media
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack discuss the limitations of standard health panels, focusing on disease detection vs. performance measurement. They explore five overlooked biomarker categories, starting with lipid panels and particle count. They cover APOB for cardiovascular risk, glucose and insulin resistance for energy levels, inflammation markers like HSCRP and homocysteine, and hormone panels focusing on free testosterone. The importance of body composition and DEXA scans is also highlighted. A case study shows actionable protocols from biomarker data, concluding with a summary of key biomarkers for a comprehensive physical evaluation.
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