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12-Month Retesting Protocol
Appropriate When:
● Annual Monitoring
Once stability is achieved, annual testing serves as
preventive monitoring to maintain optimization and detect
any new imbalances early [34, 35].
● Following Successful Interventions
After successful treatment protocols, annual testing ensures
maintenance of improvements and prevents regression [36].
● Preventive Health Optimization
For generally healthy patients focused on longevity and
optimal function, annual comprehensive testing serves as
preventive surveillance [37].
● Monitoring Chronic Conditions
Stable chronic conditions require at least annual monitoring
to prevent progression and assess intervention effectiveness
[38].
Tests to Include at 12 Months:
● Comprehensive blood chemistry panel
● Complete thyroid assessment
● Cardiovascular risk markers
● Key nutrient levels
● Age and risk-appropriate specialized testing
● Organic acids or similar metabolic assessment
Minimum Recommended Testing Frequency
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