Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood draw (venipuncture)
- Fasting: Fast for 12–14 hours, drinking only water. Avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, and dietary changes for 24 hours before testing. Morning collection is preferred. Continue prescribed medications unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider.
- Turnaround: 1-3 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
Metabolic Panel
Kidney Function Panel
- BUN: Reflects kidney filtering function.
- Creatinine: A byproduct used to assess kidney function.
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio: A calculated ratio supporting kidney function assessment.
- eGFR: Estimates how well the kidneys filter waste.
- Sodium: An electrolyte involved in fluid balance.
- Potassium: An electrolyte important for nerve and muscle function.
- Chloride: An electrolyte that helps maintain fluid and acid-base balance.
- Calcium: Supports bone, nerve, and muscle health.
- Carbon Dioxide, Total: Reflects the body's acid-base balance.
Liver Function Panel
- Albumin: A protein made by the liver, used to assess liver and nutritional status.
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio: A calculated ratio comparing two major blood proteins.
- Alkaline Phosphatase: An enzyme used to evaluate liver and bone health.
- ALT (SGPT): A liver enzyme used to assess liver health.
- AST (SGOT): A liver enzyme used to assess liver health.
- Bilirubin, Total: A byproduct of red blood cell breakdown processed by the liver.
- Globulin, Total: A group of proteins involved in immune function and liver assessment.
- Protein, Total: Measures overall protein levels in the blood.
Lipid Panel
- Cholesterol, Total: Overall measure of cholesterol in the blood.
- HDL Cholesterol: Often referred to as "good" cholesterol.
- LDL Cholesterol: Often referred to as "bad" cholesterol.
- LDL Cholesterol, Calculated (NIH): A calculated estimate of LDL cholesterol.
- Non-HDL Cholesterol: A calculated value reflecting cholesterol carried outside of HDL.
- VLDL Cholesterol, Calculated (LabCorp Only): A calculated estimate of very low-density lipoprotein cholesterol.
- Triglycerides: A type of fat in the blood linked to cardiovascular health.
- Cholesterol/HDL Ratio: A calculated ratio comparing total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol.
Cardiovascular & Inflammation Markers
- C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac: A marker associated with vascular inflammation.
- Homocysteine: An amino acid marker associated with cardiovascular health.
- Lipoprotein (a): A genetically influenced lipoprotein marker.
Benefits
- Combines metabolic, kidney, liver, and lipid screening in one panel
- Includes cardiovascular markers such as CRP, homocysteine, and lipoprotein (a)
- Convenient scheduling at certified labs near you
- Secure, confidential results delivered online
- Supports proactive monitoring of heart-related risk factors
Who Is This Test For?
- Adults interested in a broad cardiovascular and metabolic health snapshot
- Individuals with a family history of heart disease, diabetes, or stroke
- People managing lifestyle risk factors like smoking or inactivity
- Those monitoring existing conditions such as hypertension or prediabetes
- Health-conscious individuals wanting baseline biomarker measurements
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 offers a broad look at cardiovascular-related health markers by combining metabolic, kidney, liver, lipid, and cardiovascular inflammation testing. Together, these categories help build a fuller picture of factors that can affect heart health over time. It is a screening tool and does not diagnose any condition on its own.
2. Who would benefit from this test, and when should I order it?
Adults interested in understanding their metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors may benefit from this panel, including those with a family history of heart disease, diabetes, or stroke, or those with lifestyle factors such as smoking or limited physical activity. It can also be useful for anyone wanting baseline measurements for future comparison. You might consider ordering it as part of routine health screening, to track changes over time, or as a follow-up to previous testing. It can also support ongoing monitoring for those managing existing risk factors, in coordination with your healthcare provider.
3. How do I prepare for this test?
Fast for 12-14 hours before your blood draw, consuming only water during this period, and maintain a stable diet for two to three weeks prior to collection. Avoid alcohol, heavy exercise, and unusual dietary changes 24 hours before testing. Continue taking prescribed medications unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise, and do not stop prescribed medication unless instructed by your healthcare provider. Schedule your appointment for morning hours when possible to minimize fasting discomfort, and bring a list of current medications and supplements to your lab visit.
4. How quickly will I get results?
Results are typically available in 1-3 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
5. How do I interpret the results?
Your results show measured biomarker levels compared to standard reference ranges. Patterns across multiple biomarkers are often more meaningful than any single value on its own. Reviewing your results with a healthcare provider can help you understand what they 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.
6. What should I do if my results are abnormal?
Discuss any abnormal results with your healthcare provider, who can help confirm findings and recommend appropriate next steps based on your overall health history.
7. How often should I get tested?
Testing frequency depends on your individual health history and risk factors. Talk with your healthcare provider to determine a testing schedule that's appropriate for you. Reviewing these biomarkers over time may help you and your healthcare provider notice changes earlier and support ongoing monitoring of cardiovascular-related health factors.
Pre-test preparation
Fast for 12–14 hours, drinking only water. Avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, and dietary changes for 24 hours before testing. Morning collection is preferred. Continue prescribed medications unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider.
