How to Discuss Advanced Labs with Your Doctor

Dr. Dan advises managing up your clinician—bring context, explain goals, and ask specific follow-ups to get support.

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On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, Emily Capodilupo, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data, sits down with Dr. Dan Henderson, Primary Care Physician and WHOOP Medical Advisory Board Member, to dive deep into the development and impact of WHOOP Advanced Labs.

Emily and Dr. Henderson break down the WHOOP Advanced Labs blood testing panel and how it integrates into your WHOOP data and insights. WHOOP Advanced Labs gives you a more complete picture of your health and this episode dives deeper into the influences of biomarkers like lipoprotein(a), Vitamin D, insulin resistance, and more.

Dr. Henderson shares his perspective as a primary care physician on why regular blood testing is important for everyone – not just those experiencing symptoms. Learn how your biomarkers can help optimize your energy, recovery, and longevity to aid symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and weight fluctuations.

(00:39) Meet Dr. Dan Henderson, WHOOP Medical Advisory Board Member

(01:02) WHOOP Advanced Labs & The Opportunity in Healthcare

(08:38) Why Is Bloodwork Important?: Understanding Your Biomarkers

(11:31) Vitamin D: Health Benefits and The Prominence of Deficiency

(15:13) Normalizing Fatigue and What It Actually Means For Your Health

(21:18) Insulin Resistance: What You Need To Know

(25:28) Interpreting Results & Finding Solutions to Symptoms

(32:10) Setting New Standards: Why Regular Bloodwork Is Essential

(36:50) What is Lipoprotein(a) & What Does It Measure?

(39:16) Life Changing Aspects of WHOOP Advanced Labs

(42:52) Reaching A Larger Number of Patients with Technological Advancements

(48:29) Key Takeaways For The Audience