Genetic Testing in Los Gatos
Even if you feel healthy and your labs look normal, your DNA can reveal hidden risks for chronic conditions like cancer, heart disease, or diabetes long before symptoms appear.
At YNC, we use advanced genetic testing to identify inherited and functional risk patterns. These patterns influence how your body processes nutrients, regulates hormones, manages inflammation, and detoxifies. This allows us to pinpoint where you may be most vulnerable and intervene early.
“Genetic testing showed me my highest risk was cancer, not heart disease, metabolic syndrome, diabetes or Alzheimer’s disease. . That completely changed how I manage my health. I now focus on prevention and early monitoring where it matters most.”
Dr. Renee Young
We pair genetic tests with epigenomic and functional genomics testing and advanced labs, including lipid panels, hormone testing, and inflammatory markers. This helps to identify your inherited risk and how those genes are actively expressed in your body.
Using your test results, our doctors create a personalized prevention plan to support longevity and reduce your risk of serious health conditions before they develop.
How Genetic Testing Works
Your genes influence stress response, metabolism, hormone signalling, inflammation, and brain function. Testing shows where your system may be at risk before symptoms appear.
At our Los Gatos clinic, we never rely on genetic data alone. We combine it with advanced labs, your history, and your current symptoms to separate short-term imbalances from long-standing biological patterns.
Our doctors then create targeted nutrition plans, precise supplementation, and functional medicine therapies tailored to your genetics and labs. This helps to reduce your long-term disease risk and support your overall health.
Advanced Genetic Testing at YNC
We offer three levels of genetic testing tailored to your health goals.
Monogenic Testing
Monogenic testing examines single-gene inherited conditions and metabolic imbalances. These tests are conducted through specialized clinical labs.
This helps to pinpoint risks and take early, targeted action, without unnecessary tests.
Examples include screening for BRCA1/BRCA2 mutations, familial hypercholesterolemia, MTHFR variants, and carrier status for conditions like cystic fibrosis.
Polygenic Testing
Polygenic testing evaluates multiple gene variants to calculate your risk across cardiovascular, metabolic, cognitive, and longevity pathways. We use advanced platforms such as Allelica and Boston Heart to generate detailed reports for issues such as inflammation, insulin resistance, and slow recovery.
For example, a polygenic risk score might show elevated risk for atrial fibrillation or Alzheimer’s disease, even when traditional screening appears normal.
Reports include:
- Multi-ancestry PRS (full panel) for men and women
- Genetic predispositions for coronary artery disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and specific cancers
Epigenomic and Functional Genomics Testing
Epigenomic and functional genomics testing combines your genetic blueprint with analysis of over 125 biomarkers, including panels like NutrEval, to evaluate:
- Heart health: homocysteine levels, apolipoprotein B, Lp(a)
- Hormones: cortisol, DHEA-S, thyroid panel (free T3/T4, TSH)
- Nutrients: vitamin D, B12, magnesium, omega-3 index, CoQ10
- Inflammation: hs-CRP, fibrinogen, TNF-alpha, cytokine panels and antioxidant profiles
- Metabolism: fasting standard labs like insulin, HbA1c, and leptin, as well as functional labs from tests like Genova’s NutrEval organic acids profile
- Immune health: white blood cell differential, immunoglobulins
- Body composition: visceral fat estimation, lean mass markers
It shows how lifestyle, diet, stress, sleep, and environmental exposures influence gene expression. Our doctors use this information to design prevention-focused plans that reduce disease risk and improve long-term health.
Who is Genetic Testing For
Genetic testing helps explain why your body may not be performing at its best and identify risk factors for future health issues.
You should consider testing if you have:
- Family history of hereditary conditions, such as certain cancers or heart disease
- Diagnosed or suspected single-gene disorder
- Persistent, unexplained symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, or inflammation
Even if you’re healthy, testing helps you:
- Assess risk for chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, or Alzheimer’s
- Build a long-term prevention strategy, focusing on areas you are most likely to experience health issues
- Optimize nutrition, recovery, and performance based on your genetics
How Genetic Testing Works at YNC
We combine your DNA results with lab data and a thorough health review to map your biology and create a precise, prevention-focused plan.
Initial Consultation
We review your health history, symptoms, and goals to determine the testing approach that best identifies your risks.
Advanced Diagnostics
We offer evidence-based tests, including monogenic, polygenic, epigenomic, and functional genomics testing.
Additional labs, such as advanced lipid panels, hormone analysis, or inflammatory markers, may be ordered to create a customized plan.
Personalized Plan
Based on your results, we create a tailored plan that includes targeted nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle adjustments. Your plan may also include evidence-based therapies when indicated by your genetic and lab results.
These can include options such as HBOT, IV nutrient therapy, peptide therapy, etc. to address specific risk pathways and support long-term health.
Ongoing Follow Ups
Your plan is refined continuously based on new data and progress for optimal performance and ongoing prevention of chronic conditions.
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Why Patients Trust YNC for Genetic Testing
- Root Cause Analysis: We combine genetic data with a thorough review of your symptoms, lifestyle, and advanced lab results to identify the underlying risk factors.
- Personalized Plans: There’s no generic “genetic report” protocol at YNC. Our doctors create an action plan based on your specific genetic and biochemical profile.
- Expert Guidance: Using functional and integrative medicine, our licensed doctors turn your genetic data into actionable prevention strategies to optimize your long-term health.
- Long-Term Optimization: Our approach uses integrative medicine to target underlying risk patterns and correct imbalances. We also optimize pathways to reduce future disease risk and support longevity.
Charlotte Arde
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