What gets tested?
Nutrition
Our Nutritional Health test includes 31 biomarkers to provide a comprehensive overview of an individual's nutritional status, risk factors for metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, and overall health indicators
Blood Analysis
- Ferritin: A protein that stores and releases iron, indicating the body's iron reserves. Why measure: To evaluate iron levels and diagnose iron deficiency or overload.
- TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity): Measures the blood’s capacity to bind and transport iron, reflecting how much iron is available for use. Why measure: To assess iron metabolism and diagnose conditions like iron deficiency anemia or iron overload disorder.
- Transferrin: A protein that binds and transports iron throughout the bloodstream, playing a critical role in iron metabolism. Why measure: To evaluate iron status and diagnose conditions like anemia, iron deficiency, or chronic illnesses affecting iron distribution.
- Transferrin Saturation: The percentage of transferrin that is bound to iron, providing a more direct measure of iron availability in the body. Why measure: To diagnose and monitor iron-related disorders, including iron deficiency and hemochromatosis.
Cardiovascular Health
- Cholesterol: A fatty substance essential for building cell membranes and producing hormones. Why measure: To evaluate overall cholesterol levels and cardiovascular health.
- HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein) Cholesterol: Known as "good" cholesterol, it helps lower the risk of cardiovascular disease by removing excess cholesterol from the bloodstream. Why measure: To assess protective cardiovascular benefits and risk factors.
- HDL Cholesterol %: This percentage indicates the proportion of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol relative to total cholesterol. Why measure: It reflects the balance of "good" cholesterol in the bloodstream, with higher percentages suggesting a lower risk of heart disease. Monitoring HDL cholesterol % helps assess cardiovascular health and the effectiveness of lifestyle changes.
- HDL:Cholesterol Ratio: The ratio of HDL cholesterol to total cholesterol, providing insight into cardiovascular risk. Why measure: To gauge the balance between good and total cholesterol and assess cardiovascular health.
- LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein) Cholesterol: Referred to as "bad" cholesterol, it can lead to plaque buildup in arteries and increase cardiovascular risk. Why measure: To monitor and manage cardiovascular risk.
- Non-LDL Cholesterol: This measurement represents total cholesterol minus LDL cholesterol, including other lipoproteins like HDL and VLDL. Why measure: It offers a clearer view of cardiovascular risk by highlighting potentially harmful cholesterol levels. Higher non-LDL cholesterol may indicate increased risk, making it important for monitoring heart health.
- Triglycerides: A type of fat in the blood that can contribute to coronary artery disease if levels are elevated. Why measure: To assess risk of heart disease and evaluate lipid management.
Diabetes
- HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin): A blood biomarker that reflects the average blood glucose levels over the past two to three months. It is widely used to diagnose and monitor diabetes. Why measure: To manage and diagnose diabetes effectively.
Full Blood Count (FBC)
- Basophils: A type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions and inflammatory responses. Why measure: To evaluate immune function and detect allergic or inflammatory conditions.
- Eosinophils: White blood cells involved in combating parasitic infections and modulating allergic responses. Why measure: To diagnose and monitor allergic conditions and parasitic infections.
- Haematocrit: The percentage of red blood cells in the total blood volume, which helps assess overall blood health. Why measure: To diagnose and monitor conditions affecting red blood cell volume.
- Haemoglobin: A protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues. Why measure: To assess oxygen transport and diagnose anemia or other blood disorders.
- Lymphocytes: White blood cells that are crucial for the adaptive immune response, including fighting viral infections and producing antibodies. Why measure: To assess immune function and diagnose immune system disorders.
- MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration): The average concentration of hemoglobin in a given volume of red blood cells. Why measure: To evaluate hemoglobin content and diagnose types of anemia.
- Mean Cell Hb (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin): The average amount of hemoglobin per red blood cell, indicating the cell’s oxygen-carrying capacity. Why measure: To assess and diagnose anemia and other red blood cell disorders.
- Mean Cell Volume (MCV): The average volume of a red blood cell, used to classify anemia and other blood conditions. Why measure: To diagnose types of anemia and assess overall red blood cell health.
- Monocytes: White blood cells that play a role in detecting and destroying pathogens and resolving infections. Why measure: To evaluate immune system activity and diagnose infections or chronic inflammation.
- MPV (Mean Platelet Volume): The average size of platelets in the blood, which can provide information on platelet production in bone marrow. Why measure: To assess platelet function and diagnose various platelet disorders.
- Neutrophils: A type of white blood cell that helps combat infections and facilitate tissue repair. Why measure: To evaluate immune response and diagnose infections or inflammatory conditions.
- Platelets: Cell fragments crucial for blood clotting and wound healing. Why measure: To evaluate clotting ability and diagnose bleeding or clotting disorders.
- Red Blood Cells: Cells responsible for oxygen transport throughout the body. Why measure: To assess overall blood health and diagnose anemia or other red blood cell disorders.
- Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW): Measures variation in red blood cell size, which can indicate different types of anemia. Why measure: To assess the heterogeneity of red blood cells and diagnose various anemia types.
- White Blood Cells: Cells that are part of the immune system and help fight infections and other diseases. Why measure: To evaluate immune function and detect infections or other immune disorders.
Vitamins and Minerals
- Active B12: The form of vitamin B12 that is available for use by the body, essential for blood cell production and nerve function. Why measure: To assess vitamin B12 levels and diagnose deficiencies or related conditions.
- Magnesium: A mineral important for muscle and nerve function, bone health, and energy production. Why measure: To assess magnesium levels and diagnose deficiencies or related health conditions.
- Serum Folate (Vitamin B9): A vitamin important for DNA synthesis and cell division, and crucial for preventing certain birth defects. Why measure: To evaluate folate levels and diagnose deficiencies or related health issues.
- Vitamin D: Vital for calcium absorption and bone health, playing a key role in maintaining bone density. Why measure: To assess and support optimal bone health and calcium metabolism.