COMPENDIUM ON FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE - Flipbook - Page 140
Nutrient Deficiencies or Anemia Pattern
CBC Pattern:
● Low mean corpuscular volume (MCV)
● Low mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH)
● Possible elevated red cell distribution width (RDW)
Urinalysis Pattern:
● Low urine pH (acidic)
● Possible mild ketones or uric acid crystals
Functional Insight:
These markers may indicate early-stage nutrient
insufficiencies4especially iron, B6, or other cofactors involved in
red blood cell production. Acidic urine can reflect poor buffering
capacity, protein catabolism, or a low-mineral dietary pattern.
Why Integrate?
Together, these findings support a deeper inquiry into
micronutrient status, oxidative stress, and acid-base balance that
may not be evident when looking at CBC or urinalysis in isolation.
Blood Sugar Imbalance or Mitochondrial Stress
CBC Pattern:
● Elevated RDW
● Possible early anemia or B-vitamin need
Urinalysis Pattern:
● Glucose present
● Ketones present
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