Laboratories Doing Nonstandard Laboratory Tests

Stephen Barrett, M.D.

Most of the laboratories listed below cater to practitioners who engage in nonstandard practices. All of these labs perform one or more nonstandard tests. Most also perform various standard tests. When evaluating practitioners, we would regard routine use of any of these laboratories as an unfavorable sign.

This article was revised on February 8, 2010.

Links to Recommended Companies

  • Netflix: Free 2-week trial of DVD rentals by mail; over 100,000 titles available.
  • PharmacyChecker.com: Compare drug prices and save money at verified online pharmacies.
  • Amazon Books: Internet's leading source of books, electronics, tools, toys, and many other consumer goods.
  • Believe: A hilarious movie about multilevel marketing.
  • ConsumerLab.com: Evaluates the quality of dietary supplement and herbal products.
  • Healthgrades: Check your doctors' training, board certifications, and disciplinary actions.
  • Outdoor lighting by Arcadian: Best prices and services on outdoor lighting fixtures.
  • OnlyMyEmail: Award-winning anti-spam services.
  • Herbal Medicine, 3rd edition. Excellent reference book, discount-priced.
  • 10 Types: Website design, development, and hosting with superb technical support.