Let’s explore “Rheumatoid factor — lab reference”

PURSER WELLNESSMTHFR Mutations, Elevated Homocysteine & Autoimmune Inflammation: The Hidden Root Cause Most Doctors Miss From the reading room

— A Guide by the World’s Leading Homocysteine Expert For more than four decades as a practicing physician, I have watched thousands of patients cycle through conventional autoimmune treatments that address symptoms but never touch the fire underneath. Rheumatoid arthritis flares, lupus rashes, multiple sclerosis relapses, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, fibromyalgia pain—these are not random. They share a common, often overlooked biochemical pathway: MTHFR mutations leading to elevated homocysteine that supercharges autoimmune inflammation . This is not fringe theory. It is the clinical reality I hav

PURSER WELLNESSGENETIC MUTATION DETECTION AND WHAT THAT MEANS for YOUA conversation with Dr. Purser

CRISPR is in the process of coming up with a treatment to change your genetic mutations. This could mean helping fix the mutations that put you at risk for Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration, strokes, or Factor V Leiden. Stay on the look out for this very exciting new technology as it advances!

PURSER WELLNESSHeal the Gut by Addressing One Genetic Error?A conversation with Dr. Purser

Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis: The Missing Link? Did you know there’s a genetic condition, PEMT, that may be a major factor in Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis? If you have it, your body struggles to produce phosphatidylcholine, a critical compound for gut and liver health. Research shows supplementing with phosphatidylcholine and glutathione can make a huge difference in managing these conditions.

PURSER WELLNESSWomen Who Should Never Take Estradiol!A conversation with Dr. Purser

Discover why those who have Factor 5 Leiden, ER Receptor Positive Breast Cancer, Post-menopausal Hypertension, Clotting, or are outside the '10-Year Window' should avoid using oral estradiol. Contact us at (801) 796-7667 or info@danpursermd.com for help. Check back often for the newest updates!

PURSER WELLNESSDr. Purser Answers Your Questions About Estradiol on Facebook Live!A conversation with Dr. Purser

Dr. Purser answers questions regarding estradiol, estrogens, and other hormones. Explore the relationship of estradiol to estrogen and learn which hormones are most effective at different stages of menopause: premenopause, perimenopause, and postmenopause. Discover the relationship of conjugated equine estrogens (such as Premarin) as a risk factor in breast cancer. Learn about hormone replacement therapy's effect on bone density, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia, coagulation, MTHFR, and other medical issues. Find out which foods, supplements, and essential oils can be of benefit to you. Contact us a

PURSER WELLNESSDr. Purser Answers Your Questions About Progesterone on Facebook Live!A conversation with Dr. Purser

In this Q&A session, Dr. Purser answers patients' questions about progesterone. Learn of the benefits of natural bioidentical progesterone and risks of synthetic substitutes. Explore how progesterone is related to premenopause, postmenopause, infertility, PMS, migraine headache, breast cancer risk, birth control, weight loss, hypothyroidism, rheumatoid arthritis, lyme disease, inflammation, stroke, heart attack, and other medical conditions. Dr. Purser also dispels the myth of wild yams' rumored conversion to progesterone. Discover progesterone's role in conception and fertility. Contact us at

PURSER WELLNESSCan You Treat Thyroid During Menopause?A conversation with Dr. Purser

Thyroid health remains essential during menopause. Optimal labs should show FT3 around 4.0 and FT4 near 1.5, and testing through Direct Labs makes it easy to track. Supporting with supplements like Thyromin can help, but only if guided by accurate lab results. Info: http://www.DanPurserMD.com Supplements: https://www.PhysicianDesigned.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00BIKSGVQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danpursermd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhysicianDesigned Twitter: https://twitter.com/realdanpursermd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/danpursermd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danpurser.md Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/danpursermd

Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis: The Missing Link? Did you know there’s a genetic condition, PEMT, that may be a major factor in Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis? If you have it, your body struggles to produce phosphatidylcholin

Anxiety? You may be deficient is 2 key nutrients: lithium orotate and glutatmine. Boost your GABA levels and calm your mind with these two. Maybe you have genetic errors that factor into this, but let’s take that deep dive another day.

PURSER WELLNESSThyroid Pearls & TipsFrom the reading room

Wow I see all this almost every day in my office -- same exact thyroid related medical issues/complaints. After ten years of endocrinology research and 33 years in practice, I've concluded that a lot of my fellow doctors weren't really taught the nuances of thyroid care. Those include how patients need levels optimized, or how to really listen to patient's symptoms (and treat accordingly), and which labs to get at what time. So, I always tell patients to believe their ‘lying eyes’ (their symptoms are real), and not always the lab results (which can be inaccurate or not interpreted correctly).

PURSER WELLNESSCould Melatonin Help You Sleep Better and Longer?From the reading room

Aloha, Do you have problems falling asleep or staying asleep throughout the night? Did you know our body naturally produces a hormone called melatonin from our pineal gland? This hormone is what helps us sleep every night. Recently, I read a couple articles on the cycle of sleeping and waking. The first article comes from the National Sleep Foundation and they found: “A key factor in how human sleep is regulated is exposure to light or to darkness. Exposure to light stimulates a nerve pathway from the retina in the eye to an area in the brain called the hypothalamus. There, a special center ca

PURSER WELLNESSLotus Life - Melissa SoriaA conversation with Dr. Purser

Aloha cherished Friends & Guests! My name is Melissa, and I am excited to share a little of my story and how Dr. Purser’s passion for preventative care continues to improve my overall life and well being! I am a 33-year-old (Island girl at heart) living in the city. My loves include family, Leilani (my corgi/lab puppy), and the beach! I am a former Division 1 collegiate water polo athlete, coach, breast cancer survivor. I have worked in education for nine years after completing my master’s degree in Teaching & Learning. It wouldn’t surprise me if you think, “She doesn’t have any experience or