The Iron Status Profile measures all the essential parameters related to iron levels in the body.

Anaemia is very commonly caused by low iron as red blood cells are entirely dependent on iron to transport essential oxygen around the body.

This test will give you a clear indication of whether you are at risk of developing iron-deficiency anaemia, or if you already know you are anaemic, whether it is low iron that is causing it.

Iron deficiency anaemia can cause

• tiredness and lack of energy
• shortness of breath
• noticeable heartbeats (heart palpitations)
• paler than usual skin
• headaches

Serum iron shows how much iron you have in your blood right now, total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) analyses the ability of your blood cells to attach itself to the iron in your blood. Transferrin saturation is another way of showing how well your blood is using the iron in your body. Ferritin is a protein that stores iron. If it is low then your iron stores are low. Ferritin is also functions as a very important measure of inflammation so if there is inflammation for any other reason (such as autoimmune conditions, infections or excessive alcohol) it may be very high.

If you are low in iron you can treat it is with supplements and diet changes.

If you find you are high in iron it may be a condition called haemochromatosis which needs medical follow-up.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Total Iron-Binding Capacity, Transferrin Saturation, Ferritin, Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity, Iron

The Prostate Specific Antigen (Total) test measures the level of a protein called prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in the blood. This test is primarily used to screen for prostate cancer and monitor its progression in males.

In males, elevated levels of PSA may indicate the presence of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by non-cancerous conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or prostatitis. Therefore, further diagnostic tests are usually required to confirm the diagnosis of prostate cancer.

It is important to note that the Prostate Specific Antigen (Total) test is not specific to prostate cancer and can yield false-positive or false-negative results. Age, race, family history, and certain medications can also affect PSA levels. Therefore, the test should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical findings and individual risk factors.

Biomarker(s) Measured: Prostate Specific Antigen

The Testosterone Plus Profile measures Total Testosterone, Albumin and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) which together provide a very accurate level of Free (available) Testosterone in the blood.

This provides a much more precise picture of whether you have problems with Testosterone levels.

This test is commonly done to evaluate and diagnose conditions related to testosterone imbalance, such as:

Hypogonadism: It helps determine if a person has low testosterone levels, which can lead to symptoms like decreased libido, fatigue, muscle weakness, and infertility.

Erectile dysfunction: Testosterone levels are checked to assess if low testosterone is contributing to the condition.

Infertility: It helps identify if low testosterone is a potential cause of male infertility.

Delayed or early puberty: The test can be used to evaluate the timing of puberty in children and adolescents.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): In females, testosterone levels may be measured to diagnose or monitor PCOS, a hormonal disorder that affects the ovaries.

Monitoring hormone replacement therapy: For individuals undergoing testosterone replacement therapy, regular testing is done to ensure appropriate hormone levels are maintained.

Testosterone levels must be checked regularly by anyone using testosterone supplements for any reason.

You can have too much or too little testosterone.

The only way to find out is with a blood test.

Please note: Optimal time to take your sample is between 7am – 10am.

Biomarkers(s) Measured: Albumin, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, Free Testosterone Calculation, Testosterone