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How Catalyst Uses Advanced Testing to Build Smarter Protocols

How Catalyst Uses Advanced Testing to Build Smarter Protocols

Jan 14, 2026

Most people who come to Catalyst aren’t looking for another generic lab report. They’re looking for clarity. For real answers. For a plan.

And that’s exactly what our testing is designed to deliver.

The Problem with "Normal"

Most conventional labs are designed to detect disease, not optimize health. That means:

  • "Normal" ranges are based on the average population, not on what’s optimal for performance, energy, body composition, or longevity.

  • Doctors rarely test more than a dozen markers, even if symptoms suggest something’s off.

  • There's almost no context. One value might be in range, but why is it trending that way?

That’s not good enough.

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