Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood
- Fasting: Fast 12-14 hours and maintain a stable diet for 2-3 weeks before your test. Avoid ejaculation, strenuous exercise, and biotin supplements for 72 hours before testing; wait at least six weeks after a prostate biopsy before PSA testing.
- Turnaround: 5-7 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP-14) with eGFR
- Glucose: screens blood sugar levels and supports diabetes management.
- Uric Acid: a protein metabolism by-product that also reflects kidney function.
Kidney Profile:
- BUN (Urea Nitrogen): an indicator of kidney function.
- Creatinine, Serum: an indicator of kidney function.
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio: a calculated ratio that can suggest dehydration or intestinal bleeding.
- eGFR: estimates kidney function to help detect early kidney changes.
Liver Panel:
- Protein, Total: reflects liver, kidney, and nutritional health.
- Albumin, Serum: a major protein tied to liver and kidney function.
- Globulin, Total: supports clotting and includes infection-fighting antibodies.
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio: a calculated ratio that can assist in evaluating liver conditions.
- Bilirubin, Total: helps assess liver conditions, hepatitis, and related concerns.
- Alkaline Phosphatase: helps detect bone disorders and liver disease.
- AST (SGOT): an enzyme used to evaluate liver function.
- ALT (SGPT): an enzyme used to identify liver damage.
- Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH): rises when tissues such as liver, heart, or kidney are damaged.
- GGT: an enzyme often elevated with liver or bile duct conditions.
Fluids & Electrolytes:
- Sodium: supports fluid balance and nerve and muscle activity.
- Potassium: helps regulate nerve and muscle function.
- Chloride: helps maintain electrolyte balance.
- Carbon Dioxide, Total: helps evaluate electrolyte balance.
Mineral and Bone:
- Iron, Total: low levels may point to iron deficiency anemia.
- Calcium: supports bone, muscle, nerve, and clotting health.
- Phosphorus: supports energy production, bone formation, and acid-base balance.
Lipid Panel With Total Cholesterol:HDL Ratio
- Cholesterol, Total: A measurement used to assess heart health. Cholesterol is required by your body to build healthy cells, but high cholesterol levels can increase your risk of heart disease.
- Triglycerides: Surplus fats transported in the bloodstream and provide energy to the body.
- HDL Cholesterol: High-density lipoproteins, or "good" cholesterol, take cholesterol away from the cells and transport it back to the liver for removal or processing.
- LDL Cholesterol: Low-density lipoproteins (calculation), or "bad" cholesterol, contain the highest percentage of cholesterol and are responsible for depositing cholesterol on the artery walls.
- Non HDL Cholesterol (Not Included with LabCorp): A measure of cholesterol carried outside of HDL particles.
- Total Cholesterol: HDL Ratio: The Total Cholesterol to HDL Ratio is a critical indicator of the balance between good and bad cholesterol in the body. A ratio of less than 5:1 is considered optimal, while a ratio higher than 6:1 indicates an increased risk of developing heart disease.
Thyroid Panel with TSH
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone): Produced by the pituitary gland, this hormone helps the thyroid create T4 and T3.
- T4 (Thyroxine), Total: A hormone made by the thyroid that helps maintain metabolism and other body functions.
- T3 Uptake: Evaluates the number of blood proteins that carry thyroid hormones throughout the body.
- Free T4 Index (T7): A calculated value comparing the amount of unbound (free) T4 to T4 bound to proteins in the blood.
Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential and Platelets Blood Test
White Blood Cells
Red Blood Cells and Red Cell Indices
- Red Blood Cells (RBC): Carries oxygen and carbon dioxide to and from your cells. Iron deficiency can lower this count.
- Hemoglobin: A compound inside red cells that carries oxygen through your bloodstream and gives blood its red color.
- Hematocrit: The percentage of blood volume made up of red blood cells.
- MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin): The average hemoglobin amount within a single red blood cell.
- MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration): The average hemoglobin concentration percentage within a red blood cell.
- MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume): The average size of your red blood cells.
- RDW (Red Cell Distribution Width): Measures the variation in volume and size among your red blood cells.
Platelets
- Platelet Count: Blood cell particles that play a role in forming blood clots.
- MPV (Mean Platelet Volume): The average size of platelets in the blood, providing information about platelet production and activity.
White Blood Cell Differential
- Neutrophils: The most common white blood cell type, created by your bone marrow to combat inflammatory and infectious conditions.
- Lymphocytes: B cells and T cells that fight bacteria and other pathogens, found mainly in your lymph system.
- Monocytes: Work alongside neutrophils to fight infections and clear away dead or damaged cells.
- Eos (Eosinophils): White blood cells that become active in response to allergies and certain infections.
- Basophils: Help detect infections early, support wound healing, and respond to allergic reactions.
- Immature Granulocytes: A component of your white blood cell differential included in this panel. (Labcorp only)
IGF-1
Testosterone, Free
Testosterone, Total
Lab-specific note (LabCorp only): Any Testosterone Free (Direct) or Total Testosterone result exceeding 1500 will be reported as ">1500."
Urinalysis Complete with Microscopic Examination
- Color: The visible color of urine, which can vary with hydration, medications, and certain health conditions.
- Appearance: The clarity or cloudiness of urine, which may reflect the presence of cells, crystals, or other substances.
- Specific Gravity: The concentration of dissolved substances in urine, reflecting the kidneys' ability to concentrate or dilute urine.
- pH: The acidity or alkalinity of urine.
- Glucose, Urine: Sugar present in urine, which may increase when blood glucose levels are elevated.
- Protein: Proteins present in urine, which may indicate changes in kidney filtration.
- Ketones: Byproducts made when the body breaks down fat for energy.
- Bilirubin: A pigment from red blood cell breakdown that is normally not present in urine.
- Urobilinogen, Semi-Qn: A compound formed in the intestines from bilirubin; small amounts normally appear in urine. (LabCorp Only)
- Occult Blood: Detects blood-related pigments in urine, including those from red blood cells, hemoglobin, or myoglobin.
- Nitrite: A chemical produced when certain bacteria break down nitrate in urine.
- Leukocyte Esterase: An enzyme released by white blood cells that may indicate inflammation or infection in the urinary tract.
- Microscopic Examination:
- WBC (White Blood Cells): Immune cells present in urine that may indicate inflammation or infection in the urinary tract.
- RBC (Red Blood Cells): Blood cells present in urine that may indicate bleeding, irritation, or other conditions affecting the urinary tract.
- Bacteria: Microorganisms observed in urine that may indicate infection or sample contamination.
- Casts (LabCorp only): Tube-shaped particles formed in the kidneys that may contain proteins, cells, or other substances.
- Crystals (LabCorp only): Solid particles formed when minerals and other substances crystallize in urine. Certain types or increased amounts may be associated with kidney stones or other urinary conditions.
- Yeast (LabCorp only): Fungal cells present in urine that may indicate a yeast infection or sample contamination.
- Trichomonas (LabCorp only): A microscopic parasite that causes trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted infection. Its presence in urine may suggest an infection.
- Mucus Threads (LabCorp only): Strands of mucus from the urinary tract lining.
- Hyaline Cast: A cylinder-shaped protein structure formed in the kidney tubules.
- Epithelial Cells (renal and non renal): Cells shed from the lining of the urinary tract or external genital surfaces that may appear in urine. (LabCorp Only)
- Squamous Epithelial Cells: Flat cells shed from the lower urinary tract or genital surfaces. Higher amounts may indicate contamination during urine collection.
Vitamin D 25-Hydroxy
Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy: The primary circulating form of vitamin D in the blood, reflecting the body's vitamin D stores. Helps assess vitamin D status and identify deficiencies that may affect bone health and calcium absorption.
Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
- Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC): The total amount of iron that transferrin can bind, calculated by adding serum iron and unsaturated iron binding capacity (UIBC).
- UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity): The remaining capacity of transferrin to bind additional iron that is not already bound.
- Iron, Total: The amount of iron circulating in the blood, primarily bound to transferrin.
- Iron Saturation: The percentage of transferrin's iron-binding capacity currently occupied by iron, calculated by dividing serum iron by TIBC and multiplying by 100.
Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)
Estradiol
Estradiol: The primary form of estrogen during the reproductive years, produced mainly by the ovaries and in smaller amounts by the testes and other tissues. Helps regulate reproductive function, menstrual cycles, and bone health.
DHEA-S
Human Growth Hormone
Benefits
- Evaluates blood sugar, kidney, and liver function markers linked to aging.
- Assesses cardiovascular risk with a complete lipid panel.
- Reviews thyroid function and complete blood count in one panel.
- Measures key hormones, including testosterone, DHEA-S, and estradiol.
- Checks vitamin D, iron status, and prostate-specific antigen levels.
- Includes urinalysis to help assess urinary tract health.
Who Is This Test For?
- Men interested in monitoring markers associated with aging and wellness.
- Men who want a broad view of metabolic and hormonal health.
- Men tracking hormone levels such as testosterone, DHEA-S, or estradiol.
- Men interested in kidney, liver, thyroid, and blood cell health.
- Men wanting insight into prostate, vitamin D, and iron status.
How It Works
- Order Your Test Online
- Visit a Local Lab
- Get Results Online
FAQ
1. What is the purpose of this test?
This panel combines metabolic, lipid, thyroid, and blood cell testing with hormone markers such as testosterone, DHEA-S, estradiol, IGF-1, and HGH. It also includes vitamin D, iron status, PSA, and urinalysis testing. Together, these markers provide a broad picture of the systems commonly associated with aging and help you understand multiple aspects of your health at once.
2. Who may benefit from this test, and when should it be ordered?
This panel may benefit men seeking a comprehensive view of their metabolic, hormonal, and organ health as part of a proactive wellness routine. It may be considered for general wellness screening or ongoing monitoring of testosterone, thyroid, kidney, liver, blood cell, vitamin D, iron, and prostate-related markers. The results can also support follow-up conversations with your healthcare provider about your overall health.
3. How should I prepare for this test?
Fast for 12 to 14 hours before testing and maintain a stable diet for 2 to 3 weeks beforehand. Stop taking biotin at least 72 hours before collection and rest for 30 minutes before your blood draw.
4. How quickly will I receive my results?
Results are typically available within 5 to 7 business days. However, weather, holidays, or laboratory delays may extend the turnaround time.
5. How should I interpret my results?
Patterns across multiple biomarkers may provide more meaningful insight than a single result viewed in isolation. Consider how your results relate to one another, and discuss them with a healthcare provider who can interpret them in the context of your health history.
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.
6. What should I do if a result is outside the expected range?
Share the result with your healthcare provider. They can interpret the findings alongside your health history and determine whether any follow-up steps are appropriate.
7. How often should I get tested?
Testing frequency depends on your individual health goals, history, results, and overall wellness needs. Reviewing metabolic, hormonal, and organ function markers over time may support earlier awareness of health changes. Follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations for an appropriate testing schedule.
Pre-test preparation
Fast for 12-14 hours and maintain a stable diet for 2-3 weeks before your blood test. Avoid ejaculation, strenuous exercise, and biotin supplements for 72 hours before testing; wait at least six weeks after a prostate biopsy before PSA testing.
