Thyroid Antibodies
Your thyroid is a gland in your neck which produces hormones to manage and maintain your metabolism. If your thyroid under-produces hormones you can experience symptoms such as tiredness and lethargy, dry or brittle hair, dry or sensitive skin and weight gain. An overactive thyroid can lead to weight loss or feelings of anxiety. Our […]
Liver
Your liver has a wide range of jobs including converting food into energy for the body, removing waste and toxins, and managing some of the body’s important hormones. With a blood test we can measure enzyme levels which can indicate an inflamed liver. Inflammation of the liver can lead to progressive damage and scarring, which […]
Prostate
This test will check for the total level of Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) in the blood, a protein released into the body by the prostate gland. Increased presence of PSA can indicate possibility of prostate cancer, to be checked with further tests by your GP. Please avoid strenuous exercise and ejaculation in the 48 hours […]
Muscle & Bone
Our muscle and bone health check will identify levels of important enzymes or minerals related to the health of your bones and muscles. Checking your Calcium levels will ensure you have healthy bone structure and bone formation to avoid complications such as neurological problems, osteoporosis, eye damage and dental problems.
Minerals
Magnesium is a mineral which typically comes from external sources such as a healthy diet including nuts, legumes, wholegrains, bananas and leafy green vegetables. Magnesium deficiency can lead to symptoms such as bad headaches, muscle weakness, muscle spasms or cramping, stiffness or low energy. This can be especially common in athletes or those who regularly […]
Kidney
Kidneys remove waste products and fluid from the blood, which if not working effectively can lead to a build-up of toxins. This can result in low energy levels, loss of appetite, weakness, trouble sleeping and more. Ongoing damage can lead to kidney failure, which can then cause complications such as heart disease, anaemia, weak bones, […]
Iron
Iron is used in the body to create new blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body. Low levels of iron can lead to fatigue and reduced energy levels, along with pale skin, weak hair and nails and chest pain or heart flutters. Too much iron can lead to iron-overload, or hemochromatosis, which can also […]
Inflammation
Inflammation typically occurs when your immune system tries to remove infections or antibodies from your body, with symptoms including swelling, redness, pain and heat. Acute inflammation is usually short term and triggered by an injury or infection. Chronic inflammation lasts for longer periods and can be caused by conditions such as asthma, arthritis, autoimmune disorders, […]
Hormones
Hormone imbalances can have a huge impact on your general health and wellbeing, affecting your mood, libido, energy levels and fertility. Our test will check your level of key hormones for your age and gender, identifying any issues which may be impacting your mood, sex drive, fertility, sports performance or the menopause for females.
Gout
Gout is a type of arthritis typically found in the fingers, wrists, ankles and toes, affecting individual joints or multiple joints at the same time. It is caused by a build-up of uric acid which deposits crystals into the joints leading to inflammation and significant pain. Uric acid is typically processed and excreted by the […]
