Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood
- Fasting: Fast 12–14 hours before your draw, maintain a stable diet for 2–3 weeks prior, stop biotin 72 hours beforehand, and rest for about 30 minutes before collection.
- Turnaround: 3-5 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
NMR LipoProfile® With Lipids (LabCorp only)
- LDL-P: LDL particle number.
- LDL-C: LDL cholesterol.
- HDL-C: HDL cholesterol.
- Triglycerides: Fat levels circulating in the blood.
- Total Cholesterol: Overall cholesterol level.
- LDL and HDL Particles: Particle counts for both lipoproteins.
- HDL-P (Total): Total HDL particle number.
- Small LDL-P: Small, dense LDL particle count.
- LDL Size: Average size of LDL particles.
- LP-IR Score: Lipoprotein insulin resistance score.
- Large HDL-P: Large HDL particle subclass.
- Large VLDL-P: Large VLDL particle subclass.
- VLDL Size: Average VLDL particle size.
- HDL Size: Average HDL particle size.
Cardio IQ® Advanced Lipid Panel (Not Included with LabCorp)
- Cholesterol, Total: Overall cholesterol level.
- HDL Cholesterol: "Good" cholesterol level.
- Triglycerides: Fat levels circulating in the blood.
- Non-HDL Cholesterol: Cholesterol carried by all non-HDL particles.
- Lipoprotein Fractionation, Ion Mobility: Detailed lipoprotein subclass breakdown.
- Apolipoprotein B: Marker of atherogenic particle number.
- Lipoprotein (a): Genetically influenced cardiovascular risk marker.
- Calculated Lipid Values: Additional ratios calculated from lipid results (availability may vary by lab).
- CHOL/HDL C: Total cholesterol to HDL ratio.
- TG/HDL C: Triglyceride to HDL ratio.
- LDL-C (NIH Calc): Calculated LDL cholesterol value.
(Not Included with LabCorp) A reflexive direct LDL test will be performed on Triglyceride results over 400 mg/dL.
Complete Blood Count (CBC) With Differential and Platelets
- WBC: White blood cell count.
- RBC: Red blood cell count.
- Hemoglobin: Oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells.
- Hematocrit: Percentage of blood volume made up of red blood cells.
- MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW: Red blood cell size and hemoglobin content measures.
- Platelets: Cells involved in blood clotting.
- Neutrophils, Lymphs, Monocytes, Eos, Basos: White blood cell type percentages.
- Neutrophils (Absolute), Lymphs (Absolute), Monocytes (Absolute), Eos (Absolute), Basos (Absolute): Absolute counts of each white blood cell type.
- Immature Granulocytes and Immature Grans (Abs): Early-stage white blood cell markers.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP-14)
- Glucose: A direct screening marker for blood sugar levels.
- Uric Acid: A metabolic marker included as part of the CMP-14 panel.
Kidney Profile
- BUN: Indicator of kidney function.
- Creatinine, Serum: Indicator of kidney function.
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio: Calculated ratio that can suggest dehydration or intestinal bleeding.
- eGFR: Calculated estimate of kidney filtration rate.
Liver Panel
- Protein, Total: Assists in assessing liver, kidney, and nutritional health.
- Albumin, Serum: Key protein for liver and kidney function.
- Globulin, Total: Protein supporting clotting and immune function.
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio: Calculated ratio that can help assess liver health.
- Bilirubin, Total: Aids in detecting liver and blood-related conditions.
- Alkaline Phosphatase: Helps detect bone disorders and liver disease.
- AST (SGOT): Enzyme used to evaluate liver function.
- ALT (SGPT): Enzyme used to identify liver damage.
Fluids & Electrolytes
- Sodium: Supports water balance and nerve and muscle activity.
- Potassium: Helps regulate nerve and muscle function.
- Chloride: Helps maintain electrolyte balance.
- Carbon Dioxide, Total: Used to evaluate electrolyte balance.
- Calcium: Supports bone, muscle, nerve, and clotting function.
Additional Biomarkers
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP), High Sensitivity: Measures general inflammation levels in the body.
- Testosterone, Free (Direct) with Total Testosterone: Assesses testosterone binding and overall testosterone status.
(LabCorp Only) Any Testosterone Free (Direct) and Total Testosterone result exceeding 1500 will be reported as "">1500.
- Aldolase: An enzyme that helps convert glucose into energy, used to assess muscle or liver stress.
- Human Growth Hormone (HGH): Helps evaluate pituitary gland function and growth hormone status.
- Homocysteine: An amino acid marker linked to cardiovascular and vitamin status.
Benefits
- Assess cardiovascular risk through advanced lipid particle analysis with NMR LipoProfile or Cardio IQ.
- Review red and white blood cell health with a complete blood count.
- Evaluate kidney, liver, and electrolyte balance through the CMP-14 panel.
- Check inflammation levels with a high-sensitivity CRP test.
- Measure free and total testosterone alongside human growth hormone.
- Track homocysteine and aldolase for cardiovascular and muscle insight.
Who Is This Test For?
- Athletes wanting a detailed view of fitness-related blood markers.
- Individuals building a structured strength and endurance training program.
- People wanting to pair nutrition and hormonal status with training goals.
- Those monitoring cardiovascular, metabolic, and muscle-related markers over time.
- Anyone wanting baseline blood data to support ongoing fitness efforts.
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 advanced lipid analysis (NMR LipoProfile or Cardio IQ, depending on lab), a complete blood count, the CMP-14 metabolic panel, high-sensitivity CRP, testosterone, aldolase, human growth hormone, and homocysteine. Together, these markers give you a broad view of cardiovascular, metabolic, hormonal, and muscle-related health to help support your fitness training.
2. Who would benefit from this test?
This panel is designed for people who want a detailed look at how their body is functioning to support strength, endurance, and overall physique goals. It can be useful for athletes and fitness-focused individuals who want to pair nutrition, hormone, and training data together.
3. When should I order this panel?
You may consider ordering this panel when starting a new training program, checking in on your overall fitness-related markers, or wanting a broad snapshot of your cardiovascular, metabolic, and hormonal status to support your training.
4. Do I need to fast before this test?
Yes. Fast for 12–14 hours before your draw, maintain a stable diet for 2–3 weeks prior, stop biotin 72 hours beforehand, and rest for about 30 minutes before collection.
5. How quickly will I get results?
Results are typically available in 3-5 days. This may take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
6. How do I interpret the results?
Patterns across multiple biomarkers are often more meaningful than any single result on its own. Rather than focusing on one number, look at how your markers relate to each other over time, and discuss your full results with a healthcare provider for proper context.
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?
If any of your results fall outside the expected range, discuss them with your healthcare provider. They can help you understand what the results mean in the context of your overall health and training.
8. How often should I get tested?
Testing frequency depends on your individual goals and health history. Retest as directed by your healthcare provider based on your training needs and any changes in your results over time.
9. Why early detection matters
Regularly reviewing markers like these may help you become aware of changes in your cardiovascular, metabolic, or hormonal status sooner, so you can adjust your training and lifestyle accordingly. This panel is not a diagnostic tool, and any concerning results should always be reviewed with a healthcare provider.
Pre-test preparation
Patient should maintain a stable diet for 2–3 weeks before blood collection and fast for 12–14 hours prior. Stop biotin 72 hours before collection. Resting is required for about 30 minutes prior to collection.
