Intermediate Male Panel
The Intermediate Male Panel builds on the foundation of the Basic, adding deeper insight into inflammation, nutrient status, and advanced hormone profiling. With expanded markers like apoB, lipoprotein (a), vitamin D, ferritin, hsCRP, GGT, pregnenolone, and testosterone by LC/MS, it’s designed for men who want a more precise look at cardiovascular risk, metabolic health, recovery capacity, and long-term performance. Ideal for those optimizing hormone therapy, training outcomes, or early detection of hidden imbalances.
Why It's Important
Surface-level labs miss what really drives performance. The Intermediate Male Panel goes deeper—revealing hidden inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, and hormonal imbalances that can quietly derail strength, energy, mood, and longevity. With advanced markers like LC/MS testosterone, vitamin D, ferritin, hsCRP, and pregnenolone, this panel gives you a sharper, more complete view of your health—so you can optimize with precision, not guesswork.
Key Points
- 68 Biomarkers. Deeper Insight.
Covers everything in the Basic panel—plus advanced markers for inflammation, nutrient status, and steroid hormone production. - Upgraded Hormone Precision
Features LC/MS testosterone, pregnenolone, and SHBG for a more accurate view of androgen status and endocrine balance. - Detect What Basic Labs Miss
Adds hsCRP, apoB, lipoprotein (a) GGT, and ferritin to uncover cardiovascular risk, hidden inflammation, oxidative stress, and recovery deficits. - Nutrient Optimization Built In
Includes vitamin D, iron panel, and ferritin to identify energy-killing deficiencies early. - Dialed for Performance, Recovery & Longevity
Ideal for athletes, men on TRT, or anyone serious about optimizing strength, drive, and healthspan. - More Data. Smarter Decisions.
Use it to fine-tune training, nutrition, hormone therapy, and overall wellness strategy.
Upgrade your insight. Catch what basic labs miss.
Included Test Parameters
Liver Function
- Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) An enzyme related to bile flow, bone health, and liver function.
- Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) An enzyme involved in liver detoxification and bile flow, often elevated in liver stress, alcohol use, or bile duct dysfunction.
- Total Protein The sum of all proteins in the blood, including albumin and globulin.
- A/G Ratio The ratio of albumin to globulin, used to evaluate liver and immune system balance.
- Bilirubin, Direct Assesses the conjugated (processed) form of bilirubin by the liver.
- Bilirubin, Total Measures total bilirubin, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown.
- Globulin A group of proteins involved in immune function and inflammation.
- ALT (SGPT) A liver-specific enzyme elevated in liver cell stress or injury.
- Albumin A major liver-made protein that maintains fluid balance and transports hormones.
- AST (SGOT) An enzyme found in liver and muscle; elevated levels suggest tissue damage.
Hormones (Reproductive & Anabolic)
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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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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.
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DHEA-S A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands, supporting testosterone and estrogen production.
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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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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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Pregnenolone A precursor hormone from which all steroid hormones (like testosterone, cortisol, and progesterone) are synthesized, often assessed for adrenal and hormonal function. Also a potent neurosteroid impacting brain health.
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IGF-1 A liver-produced hormone regulated by growth hormone, reflecting muscle building and recovery potential.
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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.
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.
Blood Analysis
- MPV (Mean Platelet Volume) Shows the average size of platelets—larger ones are often more active.
- Monocytes (Absolute & %) White blood cells that clean up cellular debris and help regulate inflammation.
- Eosinophils (Absolute & %) White cells involved in allergic reactions and parasite defense.
- Immature Granulocytes (Absolute & %) Early-stage white blood cells released during active bone marrow stimulation.
- Platelet Morphology Examines platelet size and structure to assess function or abnormal production.
- MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin) Measures the average amount of hemoglobin per red blood cell.
- Hematocrit Percentage of blood volume made up by red blood cells.
- WBC Morphology Microscopic review of white cell appearance for abnormalities.
- MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration) Indicates hemoglobin concentration within red cells.
- Lymphocytes (Absolute & %) White blood cells involved in viral immunity and antibody production.
- Red Blood Cell Count (RBC) Counts red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.
- Basophils (Absolute & %) Rare immune cells involved in allergy and inflammatory signaling.
- RDW (Red Cell Distribution Width) Reflects variation in red blood cell size—helpful in diagnosing anemia types.
- Nucleated RBC (Absolute & %) Immature red blood cells, rarely seen in normal circulation—may suggest stress or disease.
- RBC Morphology Evaluates the shape and appearance of red blood cells under a microscope.
- White Blood Cell Count (WBC) Measures immune cell levels, useful in detecting infection or inflammation.
- Nucleated RBC (Absolute & %) Immature red blood cells, rarely seen in normal circulation—may suggest stress or disease.
- Platelet Count Counts platelets, which help blood clot and stop bleeding.
- MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume)Shows the average size of red blood cells.
Thyroid Function
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Free T4 (Thyroxine) Measures the active, unbound form of T4, a major hormone involved in metabolism and energy.
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Free T3 (Triiodothyronine) Assesses the active thyroid hormone that directly affects cellular metabolism and energy production.
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TSH Measures levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone, which regulates the production of hormones by the thyroid gland.
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HDL Cholesterol The cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.
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.
- Ferritin Measures stored iron in the body, serving as both an indicator of iron status and a potential marker of inflammation.
- High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP) A sensitive marker of systemic inflammation, used to assess cardiovascular risk and chronic inflammatory burden.
Metabolic Health
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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.
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Glucose Shows your blood sugar at a single point in time, typically after fasting.
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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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Hemoglobin A1c Shows your average blood glucose over the past 2–3 months.
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HDL Cholesterol The cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.
Kidney Function
- eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate)This test estimates how well your kidneys are filtering blood, helping detect early stages of kidney dysfunction or monitor chronic kidney disease .
- Sodium An essential electrolyte that affects hydration, nerve function, and blood pressure.
- BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen)A waste product filtered by the kidneys, used to evaluate kidney function.
- Creatinine Another waste marker filtered by the kidneys, often used with BUN for renal function.
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio Helps determine whether kidney stress is due to dehydration or internal damage.
- Potassium A key mineral for nerve signaling, muscle contraction, and heart rhythm.
- Carbon Dioxide Reflects blood buffering capacity and metabolic pH status.
- Chloride An electrolyte that helps regulate fluid balance and acid-base status.
Nutrient Status
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Ferritin Measures stored iron in the body, serving as both an indicator of iron status and a potential marker of inflammation.
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Albumin A major liver-made protein that maintains fluid balance and transports hormones.
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Iron Saturation (%) Calculates the percentage of transferrin that is actually bound to iron, helping assess iron availability.
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Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC) Reflects the blood’s capacity to bind and transport iron, largely determined by transferrin levels.
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Vitamin D (25-Hydroxyvitamin D) This test measures the primary circulating form of vitamin D, essential for bone health, immune function, hormone production, and metabolic regulation.
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Iron, Total Measures the amount of circulating iron bound to transferrin in the blood.
Cardiovascular Health
- HDL Cholesterol The cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.
- VLDL Cholesterol (Calculated) Transports triglycerides and contributes to atherogenic risk.
- Triglycerides A type of fat in the blood that rises with poor diet, insulin resistance, or alcohol use.
- High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP)A sensitive marker of systemic inflammation, used to assess cardiovascular risk and chronic inflammatory burden.
- LDL Cholesterol The cholesterol contained within apoB that can contribute to plaque buildup in arteries.
- Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio A calculated ratio used to assess cardiovascular risk based on lipid balance.
- Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) Measures the number of atherogenic lipoprotein particles (like LDL, VLDL) in the blood—each of which carries one ApoB molecule—making it a powerful indicator of cardiovascular risk.
- Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] A genetically determined lipoprotein variant associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease, independent of LDL cholesterol.
- Total Cholesterol The sum of all cholesterol types in the blood—HDL, LDL, and VLDL.
Neurosteroids
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DHEA-S A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands, supporting testosterone and estrogen production.
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Pregnenolone A precursor hormone from which all steroid hormones (like testosterone, cortisol, and progesterone) are synthesized, often assessed for adrenal and hormonal function. Also a potent neurosteroid impacting brain health.
Adrenal Function
- DHEA-S A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands, supporting testosterone and estrogen production.
- Pregnenolone A precursor hormone from which all steroid hormones (like testosterone, cortisol, and progesterone) are synthesized, often assessed for adrenal and hormonal function. Also a potent neurosteroid impacting brain health.
Male-Specific Health
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PSA Total (with Reflex to Free) A screening marker for prostate health, used to detect inflammation, enlargement, or cancer.
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