Dr Megan Malone reviewing blood chemistry test results with a patient during a consultation
Functional Medicine in O’Fallon, MO

Blood Chemistry Testing

Blood chemistry testing helps us look at patterns in your body systems, not just isolated numbers, so care can be guided by the full picture of your health.

Why Patients Come to Tri-County Wellness for Blood Chemistry Testing

Blood work can be confusing, overwhelming, or feel dismissive when results are labeled “normal” but you still do not feel well. Our approach focuses on listening first and using testing as a tool for understanding, not judgment.

Listening first

We start by understanding your story, concerns, and goals before looking at any lab results.

Pattern focused care

We look at how results relate to one another instead of viewing each value in isolation.

Care that is not rushed or dismissive

You have time to ask questions and understand what your results may be showing.

Looking beyond single lab values

Numbers are considered alongside symptoms, history, stress, nutrition, and daily life.

What this looks at

Blood chemistry testing can help explore how different systems in your body may be functioning together, including:
• Blood sugar regulation
• Inflammation patterns
• Nutrient status
• Liver and kidney markers
• Cardiovascular related markers
• Stress and metabolic indicators

You do not need to know which of these apply to you. That is part of the visit.

How we approach this care together

Functional medicine is not a one size fits all process. Care is collaborative, flexible, and built around what feels right for you.

1

Listen and map patterns

We begin by talking through your symptoms, concerns, history, and what prompted you to seek testing.

2

Review history and data

We look at current and past labs when available and discuss what they may be showing together.

3

Identify priorities

Rather than addressing everything at once, we focus on what feels most important and manageable right now.

4

Build a supportive plan

Your plan may include nutrition guidance, lifestyle support, or additional testing if appropriate. You set the pace.

Meet Dr. Megan Malone

Guided by education, grounded in care

Dr Megan Malone is the owner and lead doctor at Tri-County Wellness. She takes a whole person approach to care, focusing on how body systems work together rather than treating symptoms in isolation.

Her clinical focus includes chiropractic care, functional medicine, and women’s health support. She works with patients who are looking for answers, clarity, and care that considers their full health picture.

Dr Malone emphasizes education and collaboration. She believes patients should understand what is happening in their body and feel confident in the plan moving forward. Care decisions are made together, at a pace that feels right for each individual.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. You do not need a diagnosis to get started. Testing is used to help explore patterns and guide next steps.

Yes. Results are reviewed together in clear language so you understand what they may be showing and why they matter.

Often, yes. If you have recent or past labs, we can review them and discuss whether additional testing may be helpful.

Tracking changes over time can be important.

It can include standard labs, but the difference is in how results are interpreted and discussed as part of a broader picture.

Next steps are discussed together and may include nutrition guidance, lifestyle support, or additional exploration if appropriate.

Office Hours

DayHours
Monday9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM*
Tuesday9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM*
Wednesday9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM*
Thursday1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
FridayBy Special Appointment  Only
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

*Closed for lunch from 12 to 2 PM

Location and Contact

Tri-County Wellness Clinic
28 Crossroads Plaza, O’Fallon, MO 63368
Located within the Crossroads Plaza. We are in the same plaza as X Golf, with Sherwin Williams Paint just across the road.
Phone:
  (636) 294-7933