SPECIALTY LAB TESTING IN Houston
Standard labs often come back "normal" while you still feel off. At Minnow Wellness, we use advanced functional lab testing to look deeper at your hormones, gut health, toxin exposure, and biological age. Every test includes a results review with your provider and actionable recommendations, so your numbers turn into a personalized treatment plan instead of a printout.
MULTI cancer detection test
A single blood draw that screens for a signal shared by more than 50 types of cancer, many of which have no routine screening today. It's designed to complement, not replace, your mammogram, Pap test, and colonoscopy. Often chosen by women with a family history of cancer or those over 50.
IncludedGrail Galleri Test
In-House Blood Draw
fasting not required
only 2 vials needed
Results Review Consultation
phone call, if negative
repeat test, if positive
Actionable Recommendations
BiologicaL Age test
Your chronological age is how many birthdays you've had. Your biological age is how fast your body is actually aging. TruAge measures it from a simple bloodspot, giving you a baseline to track as you make changes to sleep, nutrition, and hormones.
IncludedTruAge Biological Age Test
In-House Blood Draw
fasting not required
only bloodspot needed
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
HORMONE ZOOMER
A urine test that measures your estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol along with how your body breaks them down. Helpful for irregular cycles, PMS, low libido, and perimenopause symptoms.
IncludedHormone Zoomer Test
urine sample
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
Custom Treatment Plan
DUTCH PLUS Test
The DUTCH Plus maps your sex and adrenal hormones and their metabolites across the day, plus your cortisol response when you wake up. It's one of our most-used tests for perimenopause, fatigue, poor sleep, and stress that won't let up.
IncludedDUTCH Plus Test
urine sample
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
Custom Treatment Plan
MOLD DETECTION Test
A urine test that checks for mycotoxins, the toxic compounds produced by mold. Consider it if you have unexplained fatigue, brain fog, sinus issues, or symptoms that started after water damage at home or work.
IncludedMycoTOX Profile Test
urine sample
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
Custom Detox Plan
Total Toxin DETECTION Test
A broader look at your toxin burden, including environmental chemicals, mycotoxins, and heavy metals. Useful when symptoms point to toxic exposure but the source isn't clear.
IncludedTotal Toxin Test
urine sample
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
Custom Detox Plan
NeuroWell+ Nutrigenomics Test
A cheek swab that looks at genes affecting how your body processes nutrients and supports mood, focus, and stress response. Results help us personalize supplements and nutrition to how you're built.
IncludedNeuroWell+ Test Kit
at-home or in-office swab
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
GI Map Test
An at-home stool test that screens for pathogens, parasites, H. pylori, and imbalances in your gut bacteria, along with markers for digestion, inflammation, and gut immunity. Our go-to for bloating, IBS, reflux, and digestive symptoms that haven't been explained.
IncludedGI Map Test Kit
at-home stool sample
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
Gut Zoomer Test
A comprehensive at-home stool test that maps your gut microbiome in depth, along with pathogens and markers of digestion and gut lining health. A good fit when gut issues are complex or tied to skin, mood, or autoimmune symptoms.
IncludedGut Zoomer Test Kit
at-home stool sample
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
Biome FX Test
An at-home stool test that sequences your gut microbiome to show its diversity and what your bacteria are actually doing, such as producing short-chain fatty acids or processing hormones. Useful for building a long-term gut health plan.
IncludedBiome FX Test Kit
at-home stool sample
Results Review Consultation
Actionable Recommendations
FAQs
What is functional lab testing?
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Functional lab testing goes beyond standard bloodwork to look at how your body is working, not just whether something is diseased. It can reveal hormone patterns, gut imbalances, and toxin exposure that routine labs miss.
Do I need to be a Minnow member to order a test?
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No. You can schedule a Specialty Test any time.
How do I know which test is right for me?
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Start with a complimentary Discovery Call or a New Patient Intake. Your provider will review your symptoms, history, and goals, then recommend the tests that will actually change your treatment plan.
How long do results take?
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Most results come back in 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the lab. We'll schedule your results review as soon as they're in.
Does insurance cover these tests?
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Minnow Wellness is a cash-pay clinic, so we don't bill insurance. However, many patients use HSA/FSA funds for their care.
What happens after I get my results?
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You'll meet with your provider to go over every result in plain language. You leave with actionable recommendations and, for many tests, a custom treatment plan.