Description
A men's wellness blood panel is important because it can help identify potential health issues early on. This can lead to timely treatment and improve overall health outcomes.
This panel includes the following test:
CBC Test | Complete Blood Count with Differential Test
CMP Test: Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S)
Ferritin Test
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH)
Free T4
Growth Hormone
Homocysteine
HS-CRP or High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein
Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF-1)
Lipid Panel Test / Cholesterol Panel Test
Progesterone
PSA: Free and Total Test
Testosterone
TSH Blood Test or Thyroid Function Blood Test
Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC)
Vitamin B12 Folate
Vitamin D 1,25
Fasting recommended.
Additional information about each test is listed below:
Complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in a man's blood. It can help identify health conditions like anemia, infections, and blood disorders.
A comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) is a blood test that measures a variety of substances in the blood to assess the health of the liver, kidneys, and metabolism. It can be used to screen for or diagnose health conditions in men, including diabetes, kidney disease, and liver inflammation.
Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S) is a hormone produced in the adrenal glands that can help assess male health. A DHEA-S test measures the level of this hormone in the blood.
A ferritin test measures the amount of iron in a man's blood. This test can help identify iron deficiencies or other conditions that affect iron levels.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) are hormones that work together to produce sperm and testosterone in men. They are important for male fertility and the development of male characteristics.
A T4 test measures the level of thyroxine (T4) in your blood, which is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. A T4 test can help determine if your thyroid is functioning properly, which is important for men's health because the thyroid controls metabolism.
Growth hormone plays an important role in metabolism regulation and helps men maintain their stamina, energy levels, muscle mass, cognitive function, and many other factors. When your natural human growth hormone levels decrease, you might start to experience symptoms that negatively impact your quality of life.
Homocysteine is important for men's health because elevated levels of this amino acid in the blood are significantly linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, which is a leading cause of death in men; high homocysteine can damage artery linings, potentially leading to blood clots and issues like heart attacks and strokes, making it a crucial marker to monitor for men's overall heart health.
In men's health, "HS-CRP" or "High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein" refers to a blood test that measures low levels of a protein called C-reactive protein (CRP), which is considered a marker for inflammation in the body; a high HS-CRP level can indicate an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, particularly in men considered at high risk for heart issues, like those over 50 years old, due to its ability to detect subtle levels of inflammation that might not be picked up by a standard CRP test.
Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone that helps regulate growth and metabolism. It's important for men's health because high levels of IGF-1 are associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer. Low levels of IGF-1 are associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis, heart disease, and glucose intolerance.
A men's health lipid panel test measures the amount of cholesterol and other fats in the blood. It can help assess heart health and predict the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Progesterone is a hormone that's important for men's health. It's produced in the testes and adrenal glands, and its primary function is to help regulate testosterone production.
A free and total PSA test compares the amount of free PSA to the total PSA in a man's blood. This test can help determine the likelihood of prostate cancer.
Testosterone is a hormone that plays a key role in men's health. It helps maintain muscle mass, bone density, and sex drive. Testosterone levels naturally decline with age, which can lead to a number of health issues.
A TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone) test is important for men's health because it indicates how well the thyroid gland is functioning, which directly impacts metabolism, energy levels, mood, and even fertility, meaning abnormal TSH levels (too high or too low) can significantly affect overall health and wellbeing in men; an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) or overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) can arise from abnormal TSH levels and require treatment to manage symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, and sexual dysfunction.
A Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC) test is important because it measures the blood's ability to carry iron, which is crucial for producing healthy red blood cells, and can help diagnose conditions like iron deficiency anemia (too little iron) or hemochromatosis (too much iron) by indicating how much iron your blood can potentially bind to and transport throughout the body; essentially, it gives insight into your body's iron stores and how well it manages iron levels.
Vitamin B12 and folate are important for men's health because they help with red blood cell production, DNA synthesis, and nerve function. Folate may also be important for reproductive health.
Vitamin D1,25-dihydroxy is the active form of vitamin D that helps regulate calcium and bone metabolism. It also helps regulate gene expression in many tissues, including reproductive organs, muscle, and immune cells
