Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood
- Fasting: Fasting for at least 12 hours is required. Avoid vitamin C supplements and fruits 24 hours before collection. Stop biotin 72 hours prior. Draw blood before starting the Schilling test, transfusions, or B12 therapy.
- Turnaround: 3 to 5 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- WBC: Measures your white blood cell count, which supports immune function.
- RBC: Measures your red blood cell count.
- Hemoglobin: Measures the oxygen-carrying protein in your red blood cells.
- Hematocrit: Measures the proportion of red blood cells in your blood.
- MCV: Measures the average size of your red blood cells.
- MCH: Measures the average hemoglobin amount per red blood cell.
- MCHC: Measures the concentration of hemoglobin in your red blood cells.
- RDW: Measures variation in red blood cell size.
- Platelet Count: Measures the cells responsible for blood clotting.
- Neutrophils: Measures a type of white blood cell that fights infection.
- Lymphocytes: Measures white blood cells involved in immune response.
- Monocytes: Measures white blood cells that help fight infection.
- Eos: Measures eosinophils, a type of white blood cell.
- Basophils: Measures a type of white blood cell involved in immune response.
- Baso (Absolute): Provides the absolute count of basophils.
- Lymphs (Absolute): Provides the absolute count of lymphocytes.
- Monocytes (Absolute): Provides the absolute count of monocytes.
- Eos (Absolute): Provides the absolute count of eosinophils.
- Immature Granulocytes: Measures immature white blood cells.
- Immature Grans (Abs): Provides the absolute count of immature granulocytes.
Electrolytes
- Sodium: Supports water balance and nerve and muscle activity.
- Potassium: Helps control muscle and nerve function.
- Chloride: Helps maintain your body's electrolyte balance.
- Carbon Dioxide, Total: Used to detect, evaluate, and monitor electrolyte imbalances.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
- TSH: Evaluates thyroid function and helps identify thyroid disorders like hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
Thyroxine (T4)
- T4 (Thyroxine), Total: Measures thyroid hormone levels that help regulate metabolism, temperature, and heart rate.
Vitamin B12
- Vitamin B12: Supports brain health, blood cell production, nerve function, and tissue repair.
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Quantitative
- C-Reactive Protein, Quant: Helps identify whether acute infection or inflammation may be present in your body.
Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Westergren
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate: A nonspecific marker used alongside other tests to help evaluate inflammation.
Benefits
- Screens routine blood markers linked to cognitive changes.
- Helps rule out nutritional deficiencies affecting memory.
- Checks thyroid function, a common contributor to cognitive symptoms.
- Evaluates markers of inflammation and infection.
- Supports a broader picture when discussing memory concerns with your provider.
- Combines several standard panels into one convenient test.
Who Is This Test For?
- Adults noticing changes in memory, attention, or reasoning.
- Individuals wanting to check for common contributors to cognitive changes.
- People wanting to rule out nutritional or thyroid-related causes of symptoms.
- Individuals monitoring general health alongside memory concerns.
- Those wanting baseline bloodwork before discussing symptoms with a provider.
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 a Complete Blood Count, electrolytes, thyroid markers (TSH and T4), Vitamin B12, and inflammation markers (CRP and ESR). Together, these tests help evaluate common, reversible contributors to cognitive changes, such as nutritional deficiencies, thyroid imbalances, or inflammation. This panel does not diagnose dementia or Alzheimer's disease on its own, but it can support a broader conversation with your healthcare provider.
2. Who would benefit from this test?
This test may benefit adults who want to check routine health markers often associated with cognitive changes, including blood counts, electrolytes, thyroid function, Vitamin B12 levels, and inflammation. It is intended as a general screening tool rather than a diagnostic test for any specific condition.
3. When should I order this panel?
You may consider this panel as part of a general health check, when discussing memory or cognitive changes with your provider, or when monitoring routine markers over time. This panel does not replace a clinical evaluation or diagnosis.
4. Do I need to fast before this test?
Yes. Fasting for at least 12 hours is required. Avoid vitamin C supplements and fruits 24 hours before collection. Stop biotin 72 hours prior. Draw blood before starting the Schilling test, transfusions, or B12 therapy.
5. How quickly will I get results?
Results are typically available in 3 to 5 days. This may take longer based on weather, holidays, or lab delays.
6. How do I interpret the results?
Patterns across multiple biomarkers are often more meaningful than any single value on its own. Your healthcare provider can help you understand how your results relate to one another and to your overall health.
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 determine whether further testing or evaluation is needed.
8. How often should I get tested?
Testing frequency depends on your individual health needs. Follow up testing as directed by your healthcare provider.
9. Why early detection matters
Checking routine markers like thyroid function, Vitamin B12, and inflammation may help support earlier awareness of factors that can affect cognitive health. This panel is not a guarantee of detecting any specific condition, but it can be a helpful part of ongoing monitoring.
Pre-test preparation
Fasting for at least 12 hours is required. Avoid vitamin C supplements and fruits 24 hours before collection. Stop biotin 72 hours prior. Draw blood before starting the Schilling test, transfusions, or B12 therapy.
