This test measures the level of ferritin in the blood, which is a protein that stores iron in the body.

It can help diagnose conditions related to iron deficiency or iron overload, such as anemia, hemochromatosis, or other iron metabolism disorders.

In females, low ferritin levels may be indicative of iron-deficiency anemia, especially during menstruation or pregnancy.

In males, high ferritin levels may be associated with conditions such as hemochromatosis or liver disease.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Ferritin

This is an extensive general wellness profile for both men and women.

It gives you vital information about a wide range of very important health conditions. Having a blood test today can add years of health and wellness to your life. The conditions tested for very often take many years for symptoms to develop and some do not show any symptoms at all, but if not tested for, in the meantime, untreated, damage is being done.

A full blood count tests for haemoglobin levels, red cells, white cells and platelets. This checks for anaemia and can also give early insight into a very wide range of blood diseases and health conditions that are commonly slow to become apparent from symptoms. It adds vital insight into the activity of your immune system and your clotting function.

This profile will tell you if you have diabetes (HbA1c) – there are over 1 million people with diabetes who do not know they have it. Finding out will enable you to make the lifestyle changes and start treatments that will significantly lengthen your life and improve how you feel every day.

Your thyroid function is tested. Over 4% of people currently have low thyroid function and do not know about it. It is a notoriously difficult condition to diagnose by symptoms or medical examination. It is a blood test that gives you a definitive answer and can potentially avoid months, and often years, of unexplained tiredness, weight gain, constipation, depression, anxiety, and more. If your thyroid is overactive there is a whole other set of problems that need treating.

It includes a full cholesterol profile analysing over 5 parameters. Over 40% of adults have high cholesterol levels which is a very signficant risk factor for heart attacks and strokes. The only way to detect if you have high cholesterol is through a blood test. It will enable you to make the changes you need to reduce your risk of some of the most common causes of death.

A full iron status profile, including ferritin is analysed. Iron is essential to maintain blood health (among other things) and your current levels and storage capacity are very important indicators for many health conditions.

This profile also checks your liver function. Your liver is probably the most complex and vital organ in your body. It does such a wide range of things including digesting all your food and removing toxins and poisons – like alcohol. Finding that your liver is being stressed can make a huge difference to its (and your) long term health and wellness.

Included is a kidney function test. Your kidney is also a vital organ. Checking that it is working properly is done primarily by blood tests which will give you the opportunity to get treatment early if any is needed.

It checks your bone health with a calcium level, which is vital for bones and many other bodily systems, and checks you muscle health with creatine kinase which can show if you have damaged muscles. It checks for gout which can be altered dramatically with lifestyle and treatment and can cause a lot of misery if ignored.

This profile includes 49 health indicators and because of its extensive size needs a phlebotomy sample.

Biomarker(s) Measured:  Haematocrit, Alkaline Phosphatase, Free T4 (thyroxine), White Cell Count, estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR), Lymphocytes, Mean Platelet Volume, Transferrin Saturation, Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity, Total Iron-Binding Capacity, Haemoglobin, Total Protein, Globulin, Mean Cell Volume (MCV), Creatine Kinase, Triglyceride, Gamma Glutamyl Transferase, Low Density Lipoprotein, High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol, Cholesterol – Total, Total Cholesterol : HDL Ratio, Urea, Calcium, Non-HDL-Cholesterol, Mean Cell Haemoglobin, Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration, Red Cell Distribution Width, HbA1c (Glycosylated Haemoglobin), Red Cell Count, Platelet Count, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, Urate (Uric acid), Monocytes, Total Bilirubin, Alanine Transaminase, Creatinine, Ferritin, Basophils, Iron, Albumin, Adjusted Calcium, Eosinophils, Aspartate Aminotransferase, Neutrophils

The Magnesium (Serum) test is a blood test that measures the level of magnesium in your body. Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in many bodily functions. It helps maintain normal nerve and muscle function, keeps your heart rhythm steady, supports a healthy immune system, and helps build strong bones.

This test is usually ordered if you are experiencing symptoms like muscle weakness, fatigue, irregular heartbeat, or numbness and tingling in your hands and feet. It can also be used to monitor the effectiveness of magnesium supplements or to check for any imbalances in your body’s electrolytes.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Magnesium

This profile checks the function of your thyroid gland.

Thyroid disorders are common but are notoriously difficult to diagnose without a blood test.

It will give you a good indication as to whether your thyroid is functioning normally or not by checking your levels of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) and Free T4 (FT4).

These tests are mainly used to see whether or not you have an underactive thyroid gland (Hypothyroidism) or an overactive one (Hyperthyroidism) which can lead to tiredness, mood problems and weight issues.

Who should take a thyroid blood test and when?

This test is best taken if you have symptoms of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).

Signs of hypothyroidism can include tiredness, dry skin, thinning hair, weight gain, intolerance of cold, heavy periods, reduced fertility, memory loss, poor concentration and depression. 

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include unexplained weight gain/loss, sweating, tremors, heat sensitivity and loss of libido. It is more likely to occur with age—particularly over the age of 60—and among women.

Hypothyroidism is much more likely to occur with older age with over 13% of women over 60 with it. It is also more commone among pregnant women.

People with certain conditions are also much more likely to develop thyroid problems and should get tested regularly, this includes:

• Type 1 Diabetics
• Addison’s disease
• Coeliac Disease
• If you are on certain medications e.g Lithium and Amiodarone

Biomarker(s) Measured: Free T4 (thyroxine), Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

This comprehensive test checks the full function of your thyroid gland. It includes central thyroid gland regulation and activity, thyroid production and secretion, peripheral thyroid conversion, and thyroid autoimmunity.

Over 4% of people currently have low thyroid function and do not know about it. It is a notoriously difficult condition to diagnose by symptoms or medical examination.

It is a blood test that gives you a definitive answer and can potentially avoid months, and often years, of unexplained tiredness, weight gain, dry hair, constipation, menstrual problems, depression, anxiety, and more. If your thyroid is overactive there is a whole other set of problems that need treating.

At least 1 in every 8 women will have problems with their thyroid function during their lifetime.

Thyroid stimulating hormone, free T4 and free T3 check the function of your thyroid and thyroglobulin antibodies and thyroid peroxidase antibodies check whether you have an autoimmune condition (known as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis) which can be causing your thyroid not to function as it should.

This test is essential for anyone who wants to know more about their thyroid function.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Free T4 (thyroxine), Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies, Antithyroglobulin Antibodies, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, Free T3 (triiodothyronine)

The Folate (Serum) test measures the level of folate in the blood. Folate is a B-vitamin that is essential for the production and maintenance of new cells, including red blood cells. This test is used to evaluate folate deficiency or excess in the body.

Folate deficiency can contribute to the diagnosis of certain health conditions, such as:

1. Megaloblastic anemia: Folate deficiency can lead to the production of abnormally large red blood cells, causing megaloblastic anemia.
2. Malabsorption disorders: Conditions that affect the absorption of nutrients in the gastrointestinal tract, such as celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease, can lead to folate deficiency.
3. Alcoholism: Chronic alcohol consumption can interfere with folate absorption and utilization, leading to deficiency.
4. Pregnancy complications: Folate deficiency during pregnancy can increase the risk of neural tube defects in the developing fetus.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Folate

This test is designed to discover clues in your blood as to why you may be feeling unusually tired or fatigued.

It will give you information on on several common things that doctors look for in blood tests that may give physical reasons for tiredness. It includes a full blood count and tests for vitamin D, inflammation, iron levels including ferritin and thyroid function tests.

Analysis of 9 essential biomarkers including:

• Full Blood Count
• Iron levels
• Ferritin
• Transferrin
• Vitamin D
• Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
• Free T4 (Thyroxine)

Due to the inclusion of a full blood count this test requires a phlebotomy sample

Biomarker(s) Measured: Free T4 (thyroxine), Mean Cell Volume (MCV), Total Iron-Binding Capacity, Platelet Count, Haematocrit, Lymphocytes, Mean Platelet Volume, Transferrin Saturation, Haemoglobin, White Cell Count, Ferritin, Red Cell Count, Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration, Red Cell Distribution Width, Monocytes, Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, Neutrophils, Iron, Basophils, Vitamin D (25-OH), Eosinophils, Mean Cell Haemoglobin

his test measures the level of oestradiol, which is a form of estrogen, in the blood. It is used to diagnose and monitor conditions related to the reproductive system, such as infertility, menstrual irregularities, and menopause.

In males, it may be used to evaluate conditions such as gynecomastia and hypogonadism.

In females, it may also be used to assess ovarian function and the effectiveness of hormone replacement therapy. Additionally, abnormal levels of oestradiol may contribute to the diagnosis of certain types of cancer, such as breast and ovarian cancer.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Oestradiol (E2)

Beta-hCG is a hormone which is very accurate at confirming at the earliest possible moment whether you are pregnant or not.

Many women prefer to regularly check their beta-hCG levels, particularly in early pregnancy, as the level rises steadily throughout the first trimester, before dropping down to a steady level for the rest of the pregnancy.

Seeing the steady rise in levels can be reassuring. If the levels stop rising during the first 10 weeks you should see you healthcare professional as it may indicate a problem with the pregnancy’s progression.

The test is quantitative so you can get a general indication of the age of the pregnancy. The “normal” range is very wide so it may not be possible to be completely confident of the age of the pregnancy but it will give a potentially useful parameter.

NB: On occasions beta-HCG is produced by some types of cancer so if there is any doubt it is important to get checked by a doctor.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Beta HCG (Quantitative)

The Prostate Profile (Total & Free PSA) test is a blood test that measures the levels of two substances in your blood called prostate-specific antigens (PSA). PSA is produced by the prostate gland, which is a small organ in men located below the bladder.

This test has commonly been used to help detect prostate cancer. It is also very useful to monitor known prostate cancer cases.

This test measures two types of PSA: total PSA and free PSA. Total PSA refers to the overall amount of PSA in your blood, while free PSA refers to the amount of PSA that is not bound to other proteins. By comparing the levels of total and free PSA, doctors can get a better understanding of the likelihood of prostate cancer.

High PSA levels can be caused by ejaculating and other conditions, such as a benignly enlarged prostate or inflammation of the prostate.

You need to wait 48 hours after ejaculation before testing to avoid getting a high level due to this.

It is important to remember that this test is not very reliable. It does help with identifying cases of prostate cancer – and this is particularly true when men test themselves regularly and see increases over time, but there are many times when a high level is investigated and no cancer is found and other times when cancer is present with a normal PSA level.

Therefore, this test is not a definitive diagnosis for prostate cancer, but rather a tool to help doctors assess the risk and determine if further testing or monitoring is necessary.

It is often recommended for men over the age of 50 or those with a family history of prostate cancer to have a PSA done regularly and check for any changes in levels.

A PSA test (and a visit to a doctor) will be recommended If you have any symptoms of prostate problems such as

• Frequent urge to urinate.
• Need to get up many times during the night to urinate.
• Blood in urine or semen.
• Pain or burning urination.
• Painful ejaculation.
• Frequent pain or stiffness in lower back, hips, pelvic or rectal area, or upper thighs.
• Dribbling of urine.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Free Total PSA Ratio, Prostate Specific Antigen, Free Prostate Specific Antigen