Description
Anti-aging blood tests measure levels of hormones and other indicators to provide a detailed analysis of your health. The results can help you understand your current health and make lifestyle adjustments. Blood biomarkers can be affected by lifestyle factors such as food choices, exercise, sleep patterns, stress levels, and recovery.
This panel includes the following test:
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S)
Estrogen test
Free T4
Growth Hormone
HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c)
Homocysteine
HS-CRP or High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein
Insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1)
Lipid Blood Test
Progesterone
Thyroid-stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC)
T3 uptake
Vitamin d, 1,25-dihydroxy
Fasting is not required.
Additional information about each test is listed below:
A complete blood count (CBC) test can help people age gracefully by detecting anemia, assessing immune function, and identifying nutritional deficiencies.
A comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) blood test is a routine test that can help assess your overall health, including your metabolism and chemical balance. It can also help identify abnormalities in your blood sugar, liver and kidney health, and nutrient balance,
Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S) is considered important in anti-aging research because its levels naturally decline with age, and studies suggest that supplementing with DHEA may help mitigate some age-related issues like cognitive decline, muscle loss, and skin aging by maintaining hormone levels that decrease with time; essentially acting as a potential counter to the hormonal changes associated with aging.
An estrogen test is important for anti-aging purposes because declining estrogen levels, particularly in postmenopausal women, can significantly contribute to visible signs of aging like wrinkles, dry skin, and decreased skin elasticity, making it a key factor to monitor when considering anti-aging strategies; by checking estrogen levels, healthcare providers can identify potential deficiencies and discuss treatment options like hormone replacement therapy to mitigate these aging effects on the skin.
A free T4 blood test measures the amount of thyroxine (T4) in your blood that is not attached to a protein. T4 is the main hormone produced by the thyroid gland, and a free T4 test is used to assess thyroid function.
Growth Hormone is produced by the Pituitary Gland and is important for normal bone density and muscle mass. It is also involved in protein synthesis and glucose metabolism. It can also affect heart and kidney function.
HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c) is important for anti-aging because it acts as a marker for long-term blood sugar control, and high levels of blood sugar over time are linked to accelerated aging processes, including damage to tissues and organs, which can contribute to age-related diseases like diabetes complications, cardiovascular issues, and cognitive decline; therefore, maintaining a healthy HbA1c level is considered a key element in promoting longevity and overall health.
Homocysteine is considered important in anti-aging efforts because elevated levels of this amino acid in the blood, known as hyperhomocysteinemia, are strongly linked to various age-related diseases including cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline, osteoporosis, and even dementia, making lowering homocysteine levels a potential strategy to promote healthy aging by mitigating the risk of these conditions; this can often be achieved through dietary adjustments and supplementation with B vitamins like folate, B6, and B12 which are crucial for proper homocysteine metabolism.
High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) is considered important in anti-aging research because elevated levels are often associated with chronic inflammation, which is increasingly recognized as a key factor in the aging process, potentially contributing to the development of age-related diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders; therefore, monitoring and managing hs-CRP levels could be a strategy to promote healthy aging.
Insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1), a hormone closely linked to growth hormone, is considered important in anti-aging research because its levels naturally decline with age, and studies suggest that maintaining adequate IGF-1 levels may help preserve muscle mass, bone density, cognitive function, and overall vitality in older adults by supporting cellular repair and regeneration throughout the body.
A lipid blood test is important for anti-aging strategies because high levels of certain lipids (fats) in the blood, particularly "bad" cholesterol (LDL), are strongly linked to cardiovascular disease, a major health concern that significantly impacts life expectancy and quality of life as people age; monitoring and managing lipid levels through regular testing can help mitigate this risk and promote overall cardiovascular health.
Progesterone is considered important for anti-aging because it can help maintain skin elasticity and firmness, potentially reducing the appearance of wrinkles, particularly in postmenopausal women, by counteracting the decline in natural hormone levels that occurs with age; it also plays a role in regulating other hormones that contribute to aging, like cortisol, and can positively impact sleep quality and mood, which are factors that can influence how one appears to age.
A thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test can help diagnose thyroid disorders, which can affect energy levels, metabolism, and overall health. Thyroid disorders are common in older adults, and can be a factor in the aging process.
A Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) test is important for anti-aging because maintaining proper iron levels in the body, which TIBC helps assess, is crucial for preventing age-related diseases and promoting healthy aging, as both too much and too little iron can have detrimental effects on the body, particularly in older adults; keeping iron levels balanced can potentially contribute to longevity and overall health.
T3 uptake is important for anti-aging because it directly relates to the level of thyroid hormone (T3) in the body, which plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, impacting factors like energy levels, muscle mass, and cognitive function – all of which decline with age, making maintaining optimal T3 levels potentially beneficial for slowing down the aging process.
Vitamin D may help prevent premature aging and age-related diseases by regulating processes that drive aging. Vitamin D deficiency can accelerate aging and increase the risk of age-related diseases.
