Description

Do you experience constant fatigue, widespread pain, brain fog, or unrefreshing sleep—and wonder if it might be fibromyalgia? You're not alone. Fibromyalgia is a complex, often misunderstood condition that shares symptoms with many other medical issues. Unfortunately, there’s no single test that can confirm fibromyalgia—but a comprehensive blood panel can help rule out other causes, uncover contributing factors, and provide clarity on your health.

This panel is designed to evaluate a broad range of biomarkers that affect energy, immune balance, nutrient status, and inflammation—key components when investigating chronic pain and fatigue.

Included Biomarkers and Their Purpose:

Antinuclear Antibody (ANA)

  • Purpose: Screens for autoimmune diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, which share overlapping symptoms with fibromyalgia.

C-Reactive Protein (CRP)

  • Purpose: Measures inflammation in the body. Fibromyalgia typically does not cause inflammation, so elevated CRP may point to a different underlying issue.

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

  • Purpose: Another inflammatory marker that helps detect autoimmune or chronic inflammatory conditions.

Creatine Kinase (CK)

  • Purpose: Assesses muscle enzyme levels. Elevated CK may suggest muscle injury, myositis, or other muscle disorders contributing to pain or fatigue.

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

  • Purpose: Evaluates anemia, infection, and immune function—all of which can contribute to fatigue, weakness, or chronic discomfort.

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

  • Purpose: Assesses electrolytes, blood sugar, liver, and kidney function. Imbalances can mimic or worsen fibromyalgia symptoms.

Iron Panel and Ferritin

  • Purpose: Low iron stores or ferritin can cause chronic fatigue, brain fog, and muscle weakness.

Magnesium

  • Purpose: Essential for nerve and muscle function. Deficiency may cause cramps, twitching, or pain.

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

  • Purpose: Screens for thyroid disorders, particularly hypothyroidism, which can cause fatigue, depression, and weight gain—common fibromyalgia mimics.

Vitamin B12 and Folate

  • Purpose: Key vitamins for brain function, nerve health, and energy metabolism. Deficiencies may result in cognitive dysfunction, numbness, and exhaustion.

Vitamin D

  • Purpose: Low vitamin D is widespread and may contribute to muscle pain, low mood, and fatigue—symptoms that often overlap with fibromyalgia.

Test Preparation:

  • Fasting: Not required
  • Sample Type: Blood (venipuncture)

Why This Panel Matters:

There is no definitive lab test for fibromyalgia, but ruling out other causes is a critical step in reaching a diagnosis. This panel helps uncover hidden imbalances and conditions that may mimic, contribute to, or worsen fibromyalgia symptoms. Whether you're working with your doctor or seeking clarity on your own, this comprehensive lab work can help move you toward answers and better symptom management.

Recommended For Individuals With:

  • Persistent fatigue, brain fog, or pain
  • Suspected fibromyalgia
  • No clear diagnosis despite ongoing symptoms
  • Autoimmune or thyroid concerns
  • Interest in exploring nutrient or metabolic contributors to chronic symptoms