Included Test Parameters
Cardiovascular Health
- Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio A calculated ratio used to assess cardiovascular risk based on lipid balance.
- Total Cholesterol The sum of all cholesterol types in the blood—HDL, LDL, and VLDL.
- VLDL Cholesterol (Calculated) Transports triglycerides and contributes to atherogenic risk.
- LDL Cholesterol The cholesterol contained within apoB that can contribute to plaque buildup in arteries.
- Triglycerides A type of fat in the blood that rises with poor diet, insulin resistance, or alcohol use.
- HDL Cholesterol The cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.
Blood Analysis
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Hematocrit Percentage of blood volume made up by red blood cells.
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WBC Morphology Microscopic review of white cell appearance for abnormalities.
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MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin) Measures the average amount of hemoglobin per red blood cell.
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MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume) Shows the average size of red blood cells.
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Basophils (Absolute & %) Rare immune cells involved in allergy and inflammatory signaling.
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Lymphocytes (Absolute & %) White blood cells involved in viral immunity and antibody production.
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RDW (Red Cell Distribution Width) Reflects variation in red blood cell size—helpful in diagnosing anemia types.
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Immature Granulocytes (Absolute & %) Early-stage white blood cells released during active bone marrow stimulation.
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MPV (Mean Platelet Volume) Shows the average size of platelets—larger ones are often more active.
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Nucleated RBC (Absolute & %) Immature red blood cells, rarely seen in normal circulation—may suggest stress or disease.
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Platelet Count Counts platelets, which help blood clot and stop bleeding.
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MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration) Indicates hemoglobin concentration within red cells.
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Neutrophils (Absolute & %) A type of white blood cell involved in acute infection response.
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RBC Morphology Evaluates the shape and appearance of red blood cells under a microscope.
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Red Blood Cell Count (RBC) Counts red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.
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White Blood Cell Count (WBC) Measures immune cell levels, useful in detecting infection or inflammation.
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Platelet Morphology Examines platelet size and structure to assess function or abnormal production.
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Hemoglobin The oxygen-carrying protein inside red blood cells.
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Eosinophils (Absolute & %) White cells involved in allergic reactions and parasite defense.
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Monocytes (Absolute & %) White blood cells that clean up cellular debris and help regulate inflammation.
Nutrient Status
- Iron Saturation (%) Calculates the percentage of transferrin that is actually bound to iron, helping assess iron availability.
- Globulin A group of proteins involved in immune function and inflammation.
- Albumin A major liver-made protein that maintains fluid balance and transports hormones.
- Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC) Reflects the blood’s capacity to bind and transport iron, largely determined by transferrin levels.
- Total Protein The sum of all proteins in the blood, including albumin and globulin.
- Iron, Total Measures the amount of circulating iron bound to transferrin in the blood.
Kidney Function
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BUN/Creatinine Ratio Helps determine whether kidney stress is due to dehydration or internal damage.
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Creatinine Another waste marker filtered by the kidneys, often used with BUN for renal function.
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Sodium An essential electrolyte that affects hydration, nerve function, and blood pressure.
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Carbon Dioxide Reflects blood buffering capacity and metabolic pH status.
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Potassium A key mineral for nerve signaling, muscle contraction, and heart rhythm.
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BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) A waste product filtered by the kidneys, used to evaluate kidney function.
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Calcium A mineral critical for bone strength, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction.
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Chloride An electrolyte that helps regulate fluid balance and acid-base status.
Liver Function
- AST (SGOT) An enzyme found in liver and muscle; elevated levels suggest tissue damage
- Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) An enzyme related to bile flow, bone health, and liver function.
- Albumin A major liver-made protein that maintains fluid balance and transports hormones.
- A/G Ratio The ratio of albumin to globulin, used to evaluate liver and immune system balance.
- Total Protein The sum of all proteins in the blood, including albumin and globulin.
- Bilirubin, Total Measures total bilirubin, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown.
- ALT (SGPT)A liver-specific enzyme elevated in liver cell stress or injury.
- Bilirubin, Direct Assesses the conjugated (processed) form of bilirubin by the liver.
- Globulin A group of proteins involved in immune function and inflammation.
Metabolic Health
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HDL Cholesterol The cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.
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Hemoglobin A1c Shows your average blood glucose over the past 2–3 months.
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Triglycerides A type of fat in the blood that rises with poor diet, insulin resistance, or alcohol use.
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Glucose Shows your blood sugar at a single point in time, typically after fasting.
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Insulin This test measures the level of insulin in the blood after an overnight fast. It helps assess insulin sensitivity and early metabolic dysfunction, often before changes in glucose or A1c appear.
Thyroid Function
- TSH Measures levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone, which regulates the production of hormones by the thyroid gland.
- Free T4 (Thyroxine) Measures the active, unbound form of T4, a major hormone involved in metabolism and energy.
- Free T3 (Triiodothyronine) Assesses the active thyroid hormone that directly affects cellular metabolism and energy production.
Hormones (Reproductive & Anabolic)
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Prolactin A pituitary hormone that can influence libido, fertility, and hormonal balance in both men and women.
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Luteinizing Hormone (LH) A hormone released by the pituitary gland that signals the testes to produce testosterone and plays a key role in regulating the reproductive axis.
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Testosterone, Total (LC/MS) Measures the total testosterone in the blood using gold-standard liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC/MS), ensuring high accuracy even at low levels.
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Progesterone (Immunoassay) This test measures the level of progesterone in the blood using an immunoassay method. Progesterone is a steroid hormone involved in regulating the menstrual cycle, supporting early pregnancy, and balancing the effects of estrogen. In both sexes, it also serves as a precursor to cortisol, testosterone, and other hormones.
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DHEA-S A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands, supporting testosterone and estrogen production.
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Free Testosterone (Equilibrium Dialysis) Assesses the biologically active portion of testosterone using equilibrium dialysis, the most accurate method for measuring unbound hormone.
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Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) A pituitary hormone that stimulates sperm production and supports testicular function in men.
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Estradiol This test measures the primary form of estrogen in the body, which plays a key role in hormone balance, libido, bone health in both men and women.
Inflammation
- White Blood Cell Count (WBC) Measures immune cell levels, useful in detecting infection or inflammation.
- Albumin A major liver-made protein that maintains fluid balance and transports hormones.
Neurosteroids
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DHEA-S A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands, supporting testosterone and estrogen production.
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Progesterone (Immunoassay) This test measures the level of progesterone in the blood using an immunoassay method. Progesterone is a steroid hormone involved in regulating the menstrual cycle, supporting early pregnancy, and balancing the effects of estrogen. In both sexes, it also serves as a precursor to cortisol, testosterone, and other hormones.
Adrenal Function
- DHEA-S A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands, supporting testosterone and estrogen production.
