Fibromyalgia Panel Test – Comprehensive Diagnostic Analysis
Understanding Fibromyalgia and Diagnostic Challenges
Fibromyalgia is a complex chronic pain disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties affecting approximately 4 million adults in the United States. The condition presents significant diagnostic challenges due to its overlapping symptoms with other autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. Our comprehensive Fibromyalgia Panel Test provides healthcare providers with essential laboratory data to support accurate diagnosis and develop effective treatment strategies.
What Does the Fibromyalgia Panel Measure?
This specialized diagnostic panel evaluates multiple biomarkers that play crucial roles in identifying fibromyalgia and ruling out similar conditions:
Key Test Components
- CMV IgG Antibodies: Detects past cytomegalovirus infections that may trigger or exacerbate fibromyalgia symptoms
- Selenium Levels: Assesses antioxidant status and potential oxidative stress contributing to pain sensitivity
- Rheumatoid Factor (RA): Helps differentiate fibromyalgia from rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions
- Anti-Nuclear Antibody (ANA): Screens for autoimmune disorders that may mimic fibromyalgia symptoms
- Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK): Evaluates muscle inflammation and damage, distinguishing from inflammatory myopathies
- TSH (Ultrasensitive): Assesses thyroid function, as hypothyroidism can present with similar fatigue and pain symptoms
- C-Reactive Protein: Measures systemic inflammation levels to differentiate from inflammatory conditions
Who Should Consider This Test?
This comprehensive panel is recommended for individuals experiencing:
- Widespread pain lasting more than three months
- Persistent fatigue unrelieved by rest
- Sleep disturbances and non-restorative sleep
- Cognitive difficulties often described as “fibro fog”
- Multiple tender points throughout the body
- Morning stiffness and muscle tenderness
- Headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, or mood disorders
Clinical Benefits of Fibromyalgia Testing
Early and accurate diagnosis through our comprehensive panel offers numerous advantages:
- Differential Diagnosis: Helps distinguish fibromyalgia from similar conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic fatigue syndrome
- Treatment Guidance: Provides objective data to support personalized treatment plans including medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications
- Monitoring Progress: Establishes baseline measurements for tracking treatment effectiveness over time
- Patient Validation: Offers laboratory confirmation for individuals whose symptoms may have been previously dismissed
- Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluates multiple systems simultaneously for holistic patient evaluation
Understanding Your Test Results
Your Fibromyalgia Panel results will provide valuable insights into multiple physiological systems:
Interpretation Guidelines
- Normal Results: May support fibromyalgia diagnosis while ruling out other autoimmune conditions
- Elevated Inflammatory Markers: Could indicate overlapping inflammatory conditions requiring additional evaluation
- Autoimmune Antibodies: Positive ANA or RA factor may suggest concurrent autoimmune disorders
- Thyroid Abnormalities: TSH irregularities may indicate thyroid dysfunction contributing to symptoms
- Nutritional Deficiencies: Low selenium levels may suggest oxidative stress involvement
Important: All results should be reviewed with your healthcare provider who will consider your complete clinical picture, symptoms, and medical history for accurate interpretation and treatment planning.
Test Pricing and Availability
| Price Type | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Discount Price | $188 |
| Regular Price | $250 |
Test Details
- Turnaround Time: Sample collected daily by 6 PM, results available next day
- Sample Type: 4 mL (3 mL min.) serum from 1 SST AND 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 White top (Z-No Additive) tube
- Shipping: Ship refrigerated or frozen
- Pre-test Instructions: If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, specimen should not be collected for 96 hours
Nationwide Testing Availability
GGC DNA provides comprehensive Fibromyalgia Panel testing services across the United States with convenient locations in major metropolitan areas including:
- New York City and surrounding areas
- Los Angeles and Southern California
- Chicago and Illinois region
- Houston and Texas locations
- Miami and Florida centers
- Phoenix and Arizona facilities
- Philadelphia and Pennsylvania sites
Take Control of Your Health Today
Don’t let unexplained pain and fatigue control your life. Our comprehensive Fibromyalgia Panel provides the objective data needed to move forward with confidence in your diagnosis and treatment journey. With rapid turnaround times and convenient nationwide locations, getting answers has never been easier.
Ready to take the next step? Book your Fibromyalgia Panel Test today by calling our dedicated healthcare line at +1(267) 388-9828 or schedule your appointment online. Our experienced team is ready to assist you in understanding your symptoms and finding the right path to improved health and quality of life.