Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood draw and urine collection
- Fasting: 12-hour fast required for accurate glucose and lipid measurements
- Turn-around time: 3-5 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
Benefits
- Comprehensive aging assessment - 16 tests measuring 42+ biomarkers across multiple body systems
- Early detection advantage - Identify age-related changes before symptoms appear
- Direct access convenience - No physician referral required with transparent pricing
- Biological age insights - Understand your body's true age versus chronological age
- Proactive health optimization - Enable targeted lifestyle and intervention strategies
- Cost-effective monitoring - Combines multiple individual tests into one coordinated panel
Who Is This Test For?
- Adults over 35 interested in preventive health and aging optimization
- Individuals experiencing fatigue, declining energy, or hormonal imbalance symptoms
- Health-conscious consumers seeking comprehensive biological age assessment
- Athletes and fitness enthusiasts optimizing performance and recovery
- People considering anti-aging interventions or hormone optimization therapy
- Anyone wanting baseline monitoring of cardiovascular and metabolic health markers
How It Works – Just 3 Steps
- Order online - Purchase your test panel with no physician referral needed
- Visit any lab - Collect blood and urine samples at convenient nationwide locations
- Get results - Receive results through secure online portal within 3-5 business days
FAQ
What biomarkers does this panel measure? This comprehensive panel measures hormones (testosterone, DHEA-S, estradiol, progesterone, growth hormone), metabolic markers (glucose, HbA1c, lipids, IGF-1), inflammation (high-sensitivity CRP), cardiovascular risk (homocysteine), thyroid function (TSH, T3, T4), and complete metabolic panel.
How accurate is biological age testing? Comprehensive biomarker panels can detect biological age differences of up to 20 years from chronological age, with blood-based models achieving 77.8% accuracy in mortality prediction (Nature Communications 2023).
Do I need to prepare for this test? Yes, fast for 12 hours before your blood draw, avoiding all food and beverages except water. Continue regular medications unless instructed otherwise and avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior.
How often should I repeat this testing? For baseline monitoring, repeat every 6-12 months. More frequent testing may be recommended if abnormal results require intervention monitoring or lifestyle optimization tracking.
What happens if my results are abnormal? All results include physician review with interpretation. For abnormal findings requiring medical intervention, consult your healthcare provider for appropriate follow-up care and treatment recommendations.
More Details
What is the purpose of this test?
The Anti-Aging #3 Extreme Blood and Urine Test Panel evaluates 16 key biomarkers that change with aging to assess your biological age, hormonal balance, inflammation levels, and cardiovascular risk factors. This comprehensive assessment enables proactive health optimization by identifying potential age-related changes before symptoms appear, allowing you to make informed lifestyle modifications and seek appropriate interventions (Biomarkers of Aging Consortium 2025).
The panel measures critical aging markers including testosterone, growth hormone, DHEA-S, IGF-1, thyroid hormones, inflammatory markers like high-sensitivity CRP, homocysteine for cardiovascular risk, and comprehensive metabolic indicators. This multi-system approach provides a complete picture of how your body is aging at the cellular and hormonal level.
Who would benefit from this test?
This test is particularly valuable for adults over 35 who want to take a proactive approach to healthy aging. You'll benefit most if you're interested in preventive health screening, experiencing symptoms like fatigue or declining vitality, or considering anti-aging interventions.
Athletes and health-conscious individuals use these markers to optimize performance and recovery, while those approaching or experiencing andropause and menopause can track hormonal changes. The panel also serves as essential baseline testing for anyone considering hormone optimization therapy or anti-aging treatments (Endocrine Society 2024).
When should I order the Anti-Aging #3 Extreme Blood and Urine Test Panel?
Optimal timing for this panel is every 6-12 months for baseline monitoring, or when experiencing symptoms of hormonal imbalance or declining energy. Consider ordering when you're beginning a new health optimization program, evaluating the effectiveness of current interventions, or as part of a comprehensive annual health assessment.
Morning collection is preferred for optimal hormonal measurements, and scheduling should account for the 12-hour fasting requirement. Many people find it convenient to order before major life changes, health goals, or when turning 35, 40, 45, and other milestone ages.
How do I interpret the results?
Your results include physician review and comparison to age- and gender-specific reference ranges. However, optimal ranges are often narrower than standard reference ranges for anti-aging purposes. Here's how to understand key markers:
nflammatory markers (CRP)
- Elevated levels: Increased cardiovascular risk, accelerated aging
- Low levels: Optimal anti-aging profile
Hormones (Testosterone, DHEA-S)
- Elevated levels: Generally favorable for vitality
- Low levels: May indicate hormonal decline
Metabolic markers (Glucose, HbA1c)
- Elevated levels: Insulin resistance, diabetes risk
- Low levels: Optimal metabolic health
Thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH)
- Elevated T3/T4: Hyperthyroidism
- Low levels: Hypothyroidism, metabolic slowdown
By age 80, approximately 40-50% of men have testosterone levels below normal healthy ranges, while DHEA-S levels decline to 10-20% of peak values by age 70-80 in both sexes.
Disclaimer: Reference ranges may vary by laboratory. Listed ranges are general guidelines and may differ from those used by the performing lab. Always consult your healthcare provider for interpretation.
Pre-test preparation
Fast for 12 hours before your blood draw, consuming only water during this period. Continue taking your regular medications unless specifically instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider. Avoid alcohol consumption for 24 hours prior to testing, as it can affect liver function markers and hormone levels.
Schedule your appointment for morning hours when possible, as hormone levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day and morning values provide the most standardized reference points. Wear comfortable clothing with sleeves that can be easily rolled up for blood collection.
How often should I get tested?
- Baseline monitoring (healthy adults)
- Suggested interval: Every 6–12 months
- Active health optimization
- Suggested interval: Every 3–6 months
- Hormone therapy monitoring
- Suggested interval: Every 3–4 months initially, then every 6 months
- Post-intervention tracking
- Suggested interval: Every 3 months for the first year
- Risk factor management
- Suggested interval: Every 6 months until stable
Why early detection matters
Early detection of age-related changes allows for intervention before irreversible damage occurs. High-sensitivity CRP levels above 3.0 mg/L are associated with a 22% increased risk of cardiovascular mortality in elderly populations, with predictive value maintained over 10-year follow-up periods (American Heart Association 2000).
Hormonal decline begins as early as the 30s, but symptoms often don't appear until significant deficiencies develop. By monitoring these markers proactively, you can implement lifestyle changes, nutritional support, or medical interventions while your body is still responsive to optimization strategies.
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