Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood
- Fasting: Maintain a stable diet for 2-3 weeks and fast for 10-12 hours before collection (stop biotin at least 72 hours prior, and avoid exercise before your draw) Avoid ejaculation and strenuous exercise for 72 hours before testing. The patient should stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.
- Turnaround: 3-7 business days. May take longer due to weather, holidays, or lab delays.
What's Included
Core Inflammation and Autoimmune Markers
- C-Reactive Protein (Quant): A sensitive marker of inflammation, infection, or tissue injury that responds quickly to changes in disease activity.
- Rheumatoid Factor (RF): Helps identify rheumatoid arthritis and related conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome.
- ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies): Screens for lupus and related autoimmune conditions. Includes ANA Direct, ANA Titer, and ANA Pattern as reflex testing (not included with LabCorp).
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR): Flags inflammation, infection, or malignancy for further evaluation.
Important: The ANA test included in this panel varies by laboratory. The LabCorp version includes the Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Direct Blood Test, Qualitative, while the Quest Diagnostics version includes the ANA Screen, IFA, with Reflex to Titer and Pattern Blood Test. Both tests evaluate antinuclear antibodies for autoimmune disease assessment but use different methods and may differ in reflex testing and result reporting. Results should be interpreted along with your symptoms, medical history, and other laboratory findings.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
- Glucose: Blood sugar level used to assess diabetes risk and control.
- Uric Acid: Reflects how your body breaks down cells and processes certain foods.
- Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Carbon Dioxide, Total: Electrolytes that support fluid balance and nerve and muscle function.
- Albumin, Globulin, Total, Albumin/Globulin Ratio, Protein, Total: Protein levels that reflect liver and kidney function.
- Bilirubin, Total, Alkaline Phosphatase, ALT, AST, GGT: Liver function markers.
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio, Creatinine, eGFR: Kidney function indicators.
- Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase (LD): An enzyme that supports assessment of tissue health.
Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio
- Cholesterol, Total: Overall cholesterol level linked to cardiovascular risk.
- Triglycerides: Blood fat that provides energy to cells.
- HDL Cholesterol: The "good" cholesterol associated with lower heart disease risk.
- LDL Cholesterol: The "bad" cholesterol linked to artery buildup.
- Non-HDL Cholesterol: An additional cardiovascular risk indicator.
- Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio: A calculated ratio used to gauge cardiovascular risk.
Thyroid Panel with TSH: Evaluates thyroid function through T-3 Uptake, T4, T7, and Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH).
Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential and Platelets: Reviews red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to support evaluation of fatigue, bruising, or infection.
Mineral and Bone: Includes Iron, Calcium, and Phosphorus.
Additional Rheumatoid and Muscle Markers
- CCP Antibodies (IgG/IgA): Supports a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis alongside other clinical findings (also reported as Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (CCP) AB, IgG, at some labs).
- Creatine Kinase (CPK), Total, Serum: An enzyme that reflects muscle and heart tissue activity.
- Aldolase: Helps evaluate muscle wasting processes and can support monitoring of steroid therapy response.
Prostate Health
- Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA): Assesses prostate health, with higher levels associated with increased likelihood of prostate cancer, though risk varies by individual.
Benefits
- Screens for rheumatoid arthritis, lupus markers, and prostate cancer risk.
- Supports monitoring of RA and prostate condition severity over time.
- Tracks response to ongoing arthritis or prostate treatment.
- Reviews metabolic, lipid, thyroid, and blood cell health together.
- Helps flag potential treatment-related side effects early.
- Combines multiple men's health markers in one convenient draw.
Who Is This Test For?
- Men experiencing joint pain, stiffness, or inflammation-related symptoms.
- Men already managing rheumatoid arthritis who want treatment insight.
- Men wanting a broader look at prostate and overall wellness.
- Men monitoring autoimmune-related symptoms alongside a healthcare provider.
- Men tracking possible side effects during ongoing treatment.
- Men interested in a comprehensive men's health lab check.
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 inflammatory and autoimmune markers (CRP, RF, ANA, ESR, and CCP Antibodies) with the Wellness #2 Essential Panel and a PSA test. Together, these help assess inflammation, autoimmune activity, metabolic health, and prostate health. The combined results give a fuller picture than any single marker alone, though the panel itself does not diagnose a specific condition.
2. Who would benefit from this test?
Men experiencing joint pain or stiffness, men already being monitored for rheumatoid arthritis, and men interested in a broader wellness and prostate check may find this panel useful. It's also relevant for men wanting additional lab context to discuss with their healthcare provider.
3. When should I order this panel?
You might consider this panel when you want a general health check, when tracking known inflammatory or autoimmune activity, or when following up on prostate health markers with your healthcare provider. It can also support ongoing treatment monitoring when recommended by your provider.
4. Do I need to fast before this test?
Yes. Maintain a stable diet for 2-3 weeks and fast for 10-12 hours before collection. Stop biotin at least 72 hours prior, and avoid exercise before your draw. Avoid ejaculation and strenuous exercise for 72 hours before testing. The patient should stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.
5. How quickly will I get results?
Results are typically available in 3-7 days, though this may take longer due to weather, holidays, or lab delays.
6. How do I interpret the results?
Patterns across multiple biomarkers often provide more meaningful insight than any single result viewed alone. Rather than interpreting values individually, consider how they relate to one another and to your overall health picture. Your healthcare provider is best positioned to explain what your specific results mean for you.
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.
7. What should I do if my results are abnormal?
Share your results with your healthcare provider, who can review them alongside your symptoms and medical history to determine next steps.
8. How often should I get tested?
Testing frequency depends on your individual health situation. Follow up as directed by your healthcare provider, especially if you are monitoring an existing condition or ongoing treatment.
9. Why early detection matters
Regularly reviewing inflammatory, metabolic, and prostate-related markers may support earlier awareness of changes in your health. Consistent monitoring, combined with guidance from your healthcare provider, can help you stay informed about your overall wellness over time.
Pre-test preparation
Maintain a stable diet for 2-3 weeks and fast for 10-12 hours before blood collection. Stop biotin at least 72 hours before your test, and avoid exercise prior to the collection. Avoid ejaculation and strenuous exercise for 72 hours before testing. The patient should stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.
