Your health plan should begin with your data - not assumptions. Dr. Schayes uses comprehensive lab panels and, where appropriate, genomic pathway insight to build plans that reflect who you actually are.
It is very difficult to make good health decisions without good data. What feels like fatigue might be a thyroid issue. What feels like normal aging might be a correctable metabolic pattern. What looks healthy from the outside might not match what the labs show.
Dr. Schayes has always believed that a thorough lab panel is one of the most important tools in medicine - not just for diagnosing illness, but for understanding the full picture of an adult patient's health before anything else is decided.
At the S&L Longevity Institute, diagnostics are not just a checkbox at an annual physical. They are the starting point for every personalized plan - reviewed in full by Dr. Schayes, discussed in detail with the patient, and used to shape a care direction that is genuinely individual.
Genomic information may help guide discussion around wellness planning when reviewed by a qualified provider. It does not diagnose, predict, or guarantee specific health outcomes. Genomic mapping is discussed during consultation and is never used as a standalone clinical tool.
The following panels are used as part of new patient onboarding and ongoing longevity program monitoring. Panel selection is determined by Dr. Schayes based on individual patient needs.
Evaluates kidney function, liver function, blood sugar, electrolytes, and acid-base balance - essential for understanding metabolic baseline.
Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides - core cardiovascular risk markers reviewed alongside clinical history.
High-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) and other inflammatory indicators that may reflect systemic inflammation and long-term health risk.
IGF-1, DHEA-S, and additional hormonal markers that support a fuller picture of metabolic and endocrine health.
Insulin, fasting glucose, HbA1c, and metabolic syndrome markers for patients with cardiometabolic health goals.
TSH, free T3/T4, and related markers - thyroid function is frequently involved in energy, weight, and mood concerns.
For patients who want to go beyond standard lab panels, genomic mapping can offer an additional layer of context - one that helps shape wellness planning discussions around your personal biological picture.
Dr. Schayes uses a 14-pathway genomic report (via PlexusDx swab) to explore how your genetic pathways relate to areas such as metabolic function, inflammation response, detoxification, and nutrient processing. This information is reviewed by Dr. Schayes and incorporated into a broader wellness conversation - not used in isolation.
Comprehensive genomic pathway analysis covering key biological systems relevant to wellness and longevity planning.
All genomic data is reviewed directly by Dr. Schayes - never auto-generated or interpreted by algorithm alone.
Genomic results are never delivered cold. Dr. Schayes reviews findings with you in a dedicated consultation session.
Genomic mapping is not a diagnostic test. It does not diagnose disease, predict illness, or guarantee any health outcome. Genomic information may help guide wellness discussion when reviewed by a qualified provider. It is offered as a supplementary tool within a broader physician-guided care plan.
Dr. Schayes reviews your health history, goals, and determines which panels are appropriate
Blood panel and, if appropriate, genomic swab are collected at the office or a designated lab
Dr. Schayes reviews all results personally and prepares a summary before your follow-up
Your personalized care plan is built from your actual data and discussed in a dedicated session
Schedule your consultation with Dr. Schayes to discuss which diagnostic panels are appropriate for your health goals and history.