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BHRT Providers with Comprehensive Lab Panels
Here are some well-known providers that typically include lab work in their programs:
Telehealth/Online Providers
- Hone Health - Includes hormone panels, metabolic markers, and follow-up testing; known for transparent pricing
- Defy Medical - Offers detailed baseline and monitoring labs as part of their personalized protocols
- Maximus (men-focused) - Includes comprehensive hormone and metabolic panels
- Joi Women's Wellness - Women-focused with thorough lab panels including thyroid, hormones, and nutrients
Clinic-Based Networks
- BodyLogicMD - Network of practitioners who emphasize extensive baseline testing before prescribing
- Biote - Works through certified practitioners; includes hormone pellet monitoring labs
- Vitality Rx - Includes follow-up panels to monitor and adjust protocols
What to Look For in Their Lab Panels
- Estradiol, progesterone, testosterone (free and total)
- Thyroid (TSH, T3, T4)
- DHEA-S, cortisol
- Metabolic panel, CBC
- PSA (for men)
Practical Tips
- Ask specifically what's included vs. billed separately
- Some providers use Quest or LabCorp, which can reduce costs
- Follow-up labs (every 3-6 months) are just as important as baseline
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