Nurse- Guided Functional Lab Testing
Understand what your symptoms, metabolism, and lab markers may be telling you.
I’m a Registered Nurse in Alberta with 14+ years of clinical experience, a Master’s Degree in Public Health focused on prevention, and additional training in chronic disease management.
My work combines clinical nursing knowledge with evidence-based nutrition, metabolic health, and lifestyle strategy to help clients better understand what may be contributing to symptoms like fatigue, low energy, metabolic concerns, digestive issues, and stalled progress.
Functional lab testing is used to provide deeper insight and create more personalized, practical support plans.
Hi! My name is Mel,
a specialized Nurse Health Coach
Why Functional Lab Testing Matters
Sometimes symptoms show up long before standard testing provides clear answers.
Symptoms like fatigue, stubborn weight changes, digestive issues, and low energy often have underlying causes that are not visible on the surface. Lab testing helps identify imbalances and trends so we can support your health with precision and confidence.
Our approach focuses on using lab data to inform practical, sustainable changes rather than chasing numbers or trends.
Labs We Assess
Lab panels are selected based on your health history, goals, and current concerns. Testing may include:
Metabolic and blood sugar markers
Cardiovascular risk indicators
Thyroid function
Nutrient status
Inflammatory markers
Gut health
Hormonal balance where appropriate
All testing is reviewed in the context of your overall health, symptoms, and lifestyle. Testing recommendations are individualized and may include publicly available or specialty functional testing depending on your goals and symptoms
How Functional Lab Testing Works
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Step 1: Initial Consultation
We begin with a comprehensive intake to understand your health history, goals, and current symptoms. This allows us to determine which labs are most appropriate for you.
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Step 2: Lab Testing
Testing is completed through accredited laboratories using standard bloodwork, expanded biomarkers or specialty panels when indicated.
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Step 3: Results Review & Education
Your results are reviewed in detail during a one-on-one session. You’ll learn what each marker means, how it relates to your symptoms, and where support may be needed.
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Step 4: Personalized Action Plan
Based on your results, we develop clear recommendations that may include nutrition strategies, supplementation guidance, lifestyle changes, or follow-up testing.
How We Support You
At eMpowered Wellness, functional lab testing is never viewed in isolation. Your results are interpreted alongside your symptoms, nutrition, lifestyle, movement, stress, recovery, and overall health history to create practical, individualized recommendations.
Our approach combines clinical nursing knowledge with evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies to help you better understand what may be contributing to fatigue, metabolic concerns, digestive symptoms, hormone-related changes, low energy, or stalled progress.
Who Benefits from Functional Lab Testing
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Experiencing fatigue, low energy, or brain fog
Navigating weight changes or metabolic concerns
Using or tapering off weight loss medications
Looking to optimize nutrition and supplementation
Interested in preventative, data-informed care
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Fatigue or low energy
Difficulty losing weight despite effort
GLP-1 nutrition and symptom support
High cholesterol or metabolic concerns
Digestive symptoms
Suspected nutrient deficiencies
Hormonal or cycle-related concerns
Athletic performance and recovery
Feeling “off” despite normal basic labs and other testing
Functional Lab Testing Package
$450 CAD
Includes:
60-minute nurse intake
Personalized lab recommendations
Detailed clinical case review
60-minute results interpretation session
Nutrition & lifestyle strategy recommendations
2-week follow-up support
Lab testing costs billed separately depending on testing selected.
We prioritize publicly available testing first whenever clinically appropriate.
Important Information
Lab testing services are provided based on individual eligibility and regulatory guidelines. Availability may vary by province.
Limited to specific provinces based on regulatory requirements. Contact us to confirm eligibility. May be eligible for reimbursement with your benefit plan.
Please note: At eMpowered Wellness, we will always recommend publicly covered testing first when it is clinically appropriate and accessible through Alberta Health Services or your primary care provider. Our goal is to create accessibility to deeper testing that is difficult to obtain publicly, not routinely offered, or not available through standard care.
Disclaimer: Functional testing offered through eMpowered Wellness is designed to complement—not replace—publicly funded medical care. Clients will be advised to access appropriate publicly covered testing through their primary care provider before pursuing private or specialty labs.
Next Steps
If you’re ready to gain clarity and take a more informed approach to your health, lab testing can provide valuable insight and direction.
Let’s Chat.
Book Your Intake Session
Ready to learn more about your health?