Lifestyle Blood Test – Check Nutrition, Inflammation & Energy Markers

In addition to your lab report we provide the following options which are INCLUDED in the package prices:

A) Follow up personalised written report produced by our clinical team highlighting dietary and lifestyle advice plus links to supplement protocols, specific doses and any further testing requirements. We use the patient information you provide us at checkout along with your results to compile personalised action points for you.

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B) Follow up 30-minute video call to discuss your results and answer any questions you have. Once the lab has completed your results you will be sent these via email with a link to book a time and day online. You will also then be given the option to upgrade your 30-minute call to a 45-minute call for an additional £30 if you wish. During the call your practitioner will explain the results in more detail and what they mean for you. After your call you are sent a personalised list of supplements & the dose your practitioner advises with links to purchase from our supplements store.

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C) Both Zoom call and written report with personalised next steps (Zoom call is first and written report follows).

Adrenal hormones: Cortisol is a stress hormone produced by the adrenal glands. It is vital to survival given its role in functions such as immunity, regulating blood pressure and releasing insulin for blood sugar maintenance.

Cholesterol Status:

Total cholesterol: Cholesterol is an essential fat (lipid) in the body. Although it has a bad reputation it has some important functions, including building cell membranes and producing a number of essential hormones including testosterone and oestradiol.

LDL cholesterol: Too much LDL cholesterol, commonly called 'bad cholesterol', can cause fatty deposits to accumulate inside artery walls, potentially leading to atherosclerosis and heart disease.

Non-HDL cholesterol: Includes all the non-protective and potentially harmful cholesterol in your blood, not just LDL.

HDL cholesterol: HDL cholesterol removes cholesterol from the bloodstream and transports it to the liver.

Total cholesterol : HDL: Used as a measure of cardiovascular risk.

Triglycerides: Type of fat that circulates in the blood. Excess calories are converted into triglycerides.

Diabetes:

HbA1c: A longer-term measure of glucose levels in your blood.

Gout Risk:

Uric acid: Waste product from purines. High levels can lead to gout.

Iron Status:

Iron: Assesses current levels of circulating iron.

TIBC: Total iron-binding capacity – assesses ability to carry iron.

Transferrin saturation: Measures how much of the transferrin is saturated with iron.

Ferritin: Iron stores in your body.

Kidney health:

Urea: Reflects protein breakdown and kidney/liver function.

Creatinine: Marker of kidney function and muscle metabolism.

eGFR: Estimates how well your kidneys are filtering.

Liver health:

Bilirubin: Waste from red blood cells, processed by the liver.

ALP: Enzyme related to bile ducts and bones.

ALT: Enzyme found in the liver — high levels can indicate damage.

Gamma GT: Liver enzyme linked to bile ducts, alcohol, and drug use.

Omega fatty acids: ARA : EPA: Shows inflammation balance via Omega-6 and Omega-3 ratio.

Minerals:

Magnesium - serum: Essential for nerve, bone, and muscle health.

Proteins:

Total protein: Combination of albumin and globulin.

Albumin: Main protein in blood, carries nutrients and hormones.

Globulin: Family of proteins involved in immunity and nutrient transport.

Vitamins:

Folate - serum: B vitamin needed for cell growth and DNA synthesis.

Vitamin B12 - active: Crucial for red blood cell production and nerve function.

Vitamin D: Hormone-like vitamin that helps regulate calcium, immune function, and more.

Once ordered you will receive your test tube kit via Royal Mail in 2-3 days. Our nurse service will use the telephone number you provide to contact you to arrange a mutually convenient time to come to your home to take your sample - we recommend arranging a morning sample Mon-Thurs.

A free post envelope is included with your kit so when the nurse has taken your sample, simply pop it straight in a post box. We recommend you arrange your blood tests Mon-Thurs to avoid samples being delayed in the post over weekends.

Take your sample between 6am and 10am. If you have an unusual sleep pattern (e.g. shift worker), then take this test within 2 hours of waking.

Avoid heavy exercise for 48 hours beforehand.
Do not eat or drink anything other than water for 12 hours prior to your test.
If you take medication, you are allowed to take it as you normally would.
Stay well hydrated before your test.
Corticosteroid medication can affect this test — ask your doctor whether to stop before testing.
Take your sample at least 24 hours after any vitamin or mineral supplements.
Take your blood test before you take any omega 3 supplements.
Do not take biotin supplements for two days before this test — discuss this with your doctor if it is prescribed.
Do not take vitamin B12 for two weeks prior to this test. If your B12 is prescribed, ask your doctor whether to stop.
Hormonal contraception can affect the results of this test. Taking a break and waiting for your periods to restart before your blood test will give more accurate results.