Neurotransmitters
Brain chemicals linked to mood/focus/sleep.
What this test is used for
- Mood changes that haven't responded to typical treatment
- Trouble focusing or persistent brain fog
- Sleep disruption tied to an unclear cause
- Tracking response to a mood or focus treatment plan
What to expect
Neurotransmitter testing measures brain chemicals like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA, usually through a urine sample collected at home. These chemicals play a direct role in mood, focus, and sleep, and imbalances can look a lot like anxiety, depression, or ADHD without being purely psychological. Results typically take one to two weeks, and your provider will use them alongside your history to fine-tune your treatment plan.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to come in for an in-person visit?
No. Testing is coordinated through an at-home kit or a local lab draw, and your results are reviewed with you over a follow-up video visit.
How soon can I be seen?
Once your test is ordered, most kits ship within a few business days, and your provider will schedule a follow-up once results are in.
Does this replace a mental health evaluation?
No, it's a complement to one. Your provider uses your history and symptoms alongside these results, not instead of them, to build your plan.
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Start Your VisitMedically reviewed by [Provider Name, Credentials — to be provided by Right Balanced Living]. Last reviewed August 12, 2026. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace a one-on-one consultation with your provider.