Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood
- Fasting: Fasting for at least 12 hours is required.
- Turnaround: 1-2 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
Biomarkers tested may vary slightly between labs, so check the sample report for detailed biomarker information.
Testosterone, Free
Testosterone, Total
Thyroxine (T4) Free
Thyroxine (T4) Free: The portion of thyroxine (T4), a hormone produced by the thyroid gland, that circulates in the blood without being bound to proteins and is available for use by the body's tissues.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP-14) with eGFR Blood Test
Glucose
Kidney Profile
- BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen): A waste product formed when the body breaks down protein, normally removed by the kidneys.
- Creatinine, Serum: A waste product from normal muscle activity that is filtered from the blood by the kidneys.
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio: A calculated value (BUN divided by creatinine) that can suggest conditions like dehydration or intestinal bleeding.
- Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): A calculated estimate of how effectively the kidneys filter waste from the blood, used to assess kidney function.
Liver Panel
- Protein, Total: The combined amount of albumin and globulin proteins in the blood, which helps assess liver and kidney function and nutritional health.
- Albumin, Serum: A protein produced by the liver that helps maintain fluid balance and transport substances through the blood.
- Globulin, Total: A group of blood proteins involved in immune defense, transporting substances, and other important body functions.
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio: A calculated value (albumin divided by globulin) that, alongside other results, can assist in evaluating liver problems.
- Bilirubin, Total: A yellow pigment produced during the normal breakdown of red blood cells and processed by the liver. Elevated levels can cause jaundice.
- Alkaline Phosphatase: An enzyme found primarily in the liver, bile ducts, and bones that can help identify liver or bone disorders.
- Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST or SGOT): An enzyme found in the liver and other tissues, such as the heart and muscles, that is released into the blood when cells are damaged.
- Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT or SGPT): An enzyme that helps identify liver damage. Abnormal levels may represent liver disease.
Fluids & Electrolytes
- Sodium: One of the major salts in your body fluid, important for water balance and the electrical activity of nerves and muscles.
- Potassium: Helps control the function of your nerves and muscles.
- Chloride: Similar to sodium, it helps maintain your body's electrolyte balance.
- Carbon Dioxide, Total: A measure that primarily reflects bicarbonate in the blood, helping assess the body's acid-base balance.
- Calcium: A mineral essential for developing and maintaining healthy bones and teeth, and for normal muscle, nerve, and blood clotting function.
Benefits
- Combines hormone and metabolic markers in one convenient panel.
- Includes testosterone and free T4 alongside a broad metabolic profile.
- Covers glucose, electrolytes, kidney markers, and liver-related markers.
- Provides results you can review online and share with your healthcare provider.
- Uses a professional blood draw at a local lab.
Who Is This Test For?
- Adults who want a combined look at hormone and metabolic markers.
- People tracking testosterone or free T4 alongside general metabolic markers.
- Individuals who want glucose, kidney, and liver-related markers checked together.
- Those who want results to discuss with their healthcare provider.
How It Works
- Order Your Test Online
- Visit a Local Lab
- Get Results Online
FAQ
1. Do I need to fast or prepare for this test?
Yes. Fasting for at least 12 hours is required. Do not stop prescribed medication unless instructed by your healthcare provider.
2. How quickly will I get results?
Expect results in 1-2 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
3. What can my results tell me?
Think of this panel as two views in one draw. The hormone side looks at testosterone and free T4, while the metabolic side covers glucose, kidney markers, electrolytes, proteins, and liver-related markers. Together they give you a broad snapshot to share with your healthcare provider, though each group answers a different kind of question.
4. How do I interpret the results?
No single number tells the whole story. Your provider will look at patterns across hormone and metabolic markers, along with your symptoms, medical history, medications, and preparation. Ratios, estimates, and directly measured values each carry different information, and they will not necessarily move together. Review your full report with a qualified healthcare provider.
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.
5. What should I do if my results are abnormal?
Start by scheduling a conversation with a qualified healthcare provider and bring your full report. One out-of-range value does not tell the whole story. Your provider can look at how your results fit together and decide whether anything further is worth considering. Please avoid changing any medication on your own.
Pre-test preparation
Fast for at least 12 hours before specimen collection.
