The CIRS Retest Panel is a focused blood test designed for individuals who have already started treatment for Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) and need to track progress or assess readiness for next steps in the Shoemaker Protocol. This panel measures five key markers that reflect systemic inflammation, immune dysregulation, and hormonal response.
It is not intended for initial diagnosis. If you’d like the comprehensive CIRS panel with all CIRS markers, you can find it here.Â
Why it matters
As you progress through CIRS treatment, it’s critical to monitor inflammatory markers to determine whether current protocols are working, and to ensure the body is ready for medications like VIP. This panel evaluates core markers known to shift as recovery progresses. By retesting these specific labs, your care team can make data-driven decisions about what’s next.
What this includes
This panel includes the following LabCorp markers:
- TGF-β1: Elevated in CIRS; drives tissue remodeling and immune dysfunction
- MMP-9: Indicates inflammatory permeability of tissues; often elevated in biotoxin illness
- MSH: A regulatory hormone that governs sleep, immunity, electrolytes, and more; typically low in CIRS
- C4a: A complement cascade split product; associated with immune activation and inflammation
- DHEA-S: An androgen hormone often suppressed by chronic inflammation or mold toxicity
You’ll also receive Empower Functional Health:
- A personalized written analysis by the EFH practitioner team, with prioritized action steps.
- Supplement, nutrition, and lifestyle suggestions tailored to your results.
- You may also opt to join our CIRS Group for community and practitioner support (additional fees apply).
How it works
- Once you purchase the panel, you’ll receive an email with instructions and a lab requisition form.
- Visit your nearest LabCorp location to complete your blood draw (fasting is recommended unless otherwise advised).
- Results are sent directly to EFH within 3–4 weeks. Once received, results will be reviewed by Empower Functional Health.
- You’ll receive a personalized analysis and actionable next steps via email.
- For in-depth case management or interpretation, a separate 1-on-1 session is recommended.
Important notes
- Not available in NY, NJ, or RI. Available in the U.S. only.
- If you’d like an invoice to submit for out-of-network insurance reimbursement, please note that at checkout.
- For most suffering from chronic Lyme, CIRS, mold illness, or unresolved inflammation, we recommend pairing this panel with the Empower Functional Health Personalized Health Plan (PHP).
**PURCHASER NOTE: To expedite processing, please include date of birth and gender in ‘Order Notes’ at checkout.
