COMPENDIUM ON FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE - Flipbook - Page 134
Amino acids are divided into two categories: essential and
nonessential. Essential amino acids must be obtained through the
diet, while nonessential amino acids are synthesized by the body.
By testing these levels, practitioners gain valuable insight into a
client’s metabolic and nutritional status4helping to guide more
personalized, root-cause care.
The conventional range is the same as the optimal/functional
range for these specific amino acids and vitamins.
Choline
Choline is an essential nutrient involved in brain function, liver
health, and methyl donation. It serves as a precursor to
acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter critical for memory and focus,
and trimethylglycine (TMG), which supports detoxification and
cellular energy metabolism.
Range
Units
Conventional / Functional
8.6 - 24.1 nmol/mL
Inositol
Inositol is essential for cellular signaling, particularly in activating
insulin receptors. It supports peripheral nerve development and fat
metabolism and exhibits anti-arteriosclerotic and
anti-entheogenic properties. Clinically, it is used in the treatment
of insulin resistance and female fertility concerns, such as
polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Range
Units
Conventional / Functional
20.3 - 50.6 nmol/mL
134
