Bloodwork (Labwork)
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Men’s Tests
Men’s Health Bloodwork - Good
Description:
This is the minimum lab work we need to safely evaluate your hormones and overall health. Think of it as your “starter map” — enough to spot imbalances, guide therapy decisions, and make sure nothing obvious gets missed. If you’re considering testosterone optimization or just want a solid read on your health basics, this is the right place to begin.
What’s included?
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): Checks liver health.
Albumin: A protein that reflects nutrition and liver function.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Helps assess liver and bone health.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): Another key marker for liver health.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Measures kidney function.
BUN/Creatinine Ratio: Helps evaluate kidney health more precisely.
Calcium: Important for bone strength and overall metabolism.
Carbon Dioxide: Reflects acid-base balance in your blood.
Chloride: An electrolyte that helps balance fluids.
Creatinine: Another key measure of kidney health.
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): Shows how well your kidneys filter blood.
Estradiol (E2): Estrogen level—important for mood, weight, and hormone balance in men.
Hematocrit: Measures red blood cell percentage; tied to oxygen delivery.
Hemoglobin: Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL): “Good” cholesterol.
Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL): “Bad” cholesterol.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH): Average hemoglobin per red blood cell.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Concentration of hemoglobin in red blood cells.
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Size of red blood cells.
Platelets: Cells that help blood clot.
Potassium: Electrolyte important for heart and muscle function.
Red Blood Cells (RBC): Count of oxygen-carrying cells.
Sodium: Electrolyte that helps control fluid balance.
Testosterone (Total): Measures overall testosterone levels.
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Shows how well your thyroid is working.
Total Bilirubin: Reflects liver function and red blood cell breakdown.
Total Cholesterol: Measures overall cholesterol.
Total Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA): Screens prostate health.
Total Protein: Overall protein levels, linked to nutrition and liver function.
Triglycerides: Blood fats linked to energy storage and heart health.
White Blood Cells (WBC): Measures immune system activity.
Fasting Glucose
A simple, inexpensive way to screen for blood sugar control. Lots of patients don’t realize their energy or weight struggles tie back to glucose swings.Free Testosterone
Total T tells part of the story, but Free T shows how much is actually usable. It’s often the number men care most about when deciding if therapy makes sense.SHBG (Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin)
Works hand in hand with Free T, showing how much testosterone is bound vs. free. Helps explain why two men with the same Total T can feel very different.
Men’s Health Bloodwork - Better
Description:
This panel goes beyond the basics to give a fuller picture of your hormone and metabolic health. Think of it as your “upgrade map”—more detail on how your thyroid, growth factors, and reproductive hormones are working together. If you want more than a snapshot but don’t need the full deep dive, this is the smart middle ground.
What’s included?
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): Checks liver health.
Albumin: A protein that reflects nutrition and liver function.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Helps assess liver and bone health.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): Another key marker for liver health.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Measures kidney function.
BUN/Creatinine Ratio: Helps evaluate kidney health more precisely.
Calcium: Important for bone strength and overall metabolism.
Carbon Dioxide: Reflects acid-base balance in your blood.
Chloride: An electrolyte that helps balance fluids.
Creatinine: Another key measure of kidney health.
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): Shows how well your kidneys filter blood.
Estradiol (E2): Estrogen level—important for mood, weight, and hormone balance in men.
Fasting Glucose: Measures blood sugar control.
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Regulates sperm production and reproductive health.
Free Thyroxine (fT4): Active thyroid hormone that drives metabolism.
Free Triiodothyronine (fT3): Another thyroid hormone essential for energy and metabolism.
Hematocrit: Measures red blood cell percentage; tied to oxygen delivery.
Hemoglobin: Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL): “Good” cholesterol.
Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1): Reflects growth hormone activity; key for recovery and muscle.
Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL): “Bad” cholesterol.
Luteinizing Hormone (LH): Signals your testes to make testosterone.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH): Average hemoglobin per red blood cell.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Concentration of hemoglobin in red blood cells.
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Size of red blood cells.
Platelets: Cells that help blood clot.
Potassium: Electrolyte important for heart and muscle function.
Red Blood Cells (RBC): Count of oxygen-carrying cells.
Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG): Protein that controls how much testosterone is “free” and usable.
Sodium: Electrolyte that helps control fluid balance.
Testosterone (Total): Measures overall testosterone levels.
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Shows how well your thyroid is working.
Total Bilirubin: Reflects liver function and red blood cell breakdown.
Total Cholesterol: Measures overall cholesterol.
Total Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA): Screens prostate health.
Total Protein: Overall protein levels, linked to nutrition and liver function.
Triglycerides: Blood fats linked to energy storage and heart health.
White Blood Cells (WBC): Measures immune system activity.
Consider adding any of the following for an even deeper picture:
- Free Testosterone
Total T is helpful, but Free T shows how much is actually usable by your body. It’s the number men care about most when it comes to energy, drive, and muscle. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Pairs with fasting glucose to show your 3-month average blood sugar. It’s the best early-warning marker for insulin resistance and metabolic health.Vitamin D (25-OH D3)
Low vitamin D wrecks energy, mood, and immune health. Since deficiency is common (especially in busy parents stuck indoors), it’s a high-value marker to include.- Cortisol
Known as the “stress hormone.” Cortisol helps regulate energy, sleep, blood sugar, and how your body responds to stress. When it’s too high or too low, it can leave you feeling wired, anxious, exhausted, or unable to sleep. Testing cortisol shows us how stress is impacting your health and recovery.
- Free Testosterone
Men’s Health Bloodwork - Best
Description:
This panel is the most complete, budget-friendly baseline we offer. Think of it as your “master map”—it pulls together everything from hormones to inflammation to nutrient storage. It’s not every test on earth, but it’s everything we’d want to see to understand your health in detail and set you up for long-term optimization.
What’s included?
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): Checks liver health.
Albumin: A protein that reflects nutrition and liver function.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Helps assess liver and bone health.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): Another key marker for liver health.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Measures kidney function.
BUN/Creatinine Ratio: Helps evaluate kidney health more precisely.
Calcium: Important for bone strength and overall metabolism.
Carbon Dioxide: Reflects acid-base balance in your blood.
Chloride: An electrolyte that helps balance fluids.
Cortisol: The “stress hormone,” key for energy, recovery, and sleep.
Creatinine: Another key measure of kidney health.
DHEA-S: A precursor hormone linked to energy, mood, and longevity.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT): Potent testosterone metabolite tied to hair, skin, and prostate health.
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): Shows how well your kidneys filter blood.
Estradiol (E2): Estrogen level—important for mood, weight, and hormone balance in men.
Fasting Glucose: Measures blood sugar control.
Ferritin: Reflects iron storage and energy production.
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Regulates sperm production and reproductive health.
Free Testosterone: Measures usable testosterone, not just the total amount.
Free Thyroxine (fT4): Active thyroid hormone that drives metabolism.
Free Triiodothyronine (fT3): Another thyroid hormone essential for energy and metabolism.
Hematocrit: Measures red blood cell percentage; tied to oxygen delivery.
Hemoglobin: Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL): “Good” cholesterol.
High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP): Detects inflammation and cardiovascular risk.
Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1): Reflects growth hormone activity; key for recovery and muscle.
Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL): “Bad” cholesterol.
Luteinizing Hormone (LH): Signals your testes to make testosterone.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH): Average hemoglobin per red blood cell.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Concentration of hemoglobin in red blood cells.
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Size of red blood cells.
Platelets: Cells that help blood clot.
Potassium: Electrolyte important for heart and muscle function.
Red Blood Cells (RBC): Count of oxygen-carrying cells.
Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG): Protein that controls how much testosterone is “free” and usable.
Sodium: Electrolyte that helps control fluid balance.
Testosterone (Total): Measures overall testosterone levels.
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Shows how well your thyroid is working.
Total Bilirubin: Reflects liver function and red blood cell breakdown.
Total Cholesterol: Measures overall cholesterol.
Total Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA): Screens prostate health.
Total Protein: Overall protein levels, linked to nutrition and liver function.
Triglycerides: Blood fats linked to energy storage and heart health.
White Blood Cells (WBC): Measures immune system activity.
Consider adding any of the following for an even deeper picture:
Vitamin D (25-OH D3):
Critical for energy, mood, immune function, and hormone balance. Deficiency is extremely common and often overlooked.Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c):
Shows average blood sugar control over 3 months. Complements fasting glucose for spotting early insulin resistance.Apolipoprotein B (ApoB):
A more precise cardiovascular risk marker than LDL alone. Helps identify hidden cholesterol risk even when standard lipids look “normal.”Homocysteine:
Marker of cardiovascular risk, methylation efficiency, and B-vitamin status. Ties into longevity and metabolic health.Vitamin B12: Essential for energy, focus, and nerve health. Low B12 can cause fatigue, brain fog, and mood issues—even if everything else looks normal.
- Folate (Vitamin B9): Key for red blood cell production and DNA repair. Low folate often shows up as tiredness, weakness, or trouble recovering.
Free Testosterone
Description:
Why add it? Total T is only half the picture. Free T is the active form your body can actually use for energy, drive, muscle, and libido. Many men with “normal” total T still feel lousy because their Free T is low.
Benefit: Helps explain symptoms more clearly and makes treatment decisions far more precise.
What’s included?
Free Testosterone
Cortisol
Description:
Why add it? Cortisol is your body’s main stress hormone, controlling energy, sleep, and recovery. When levels are off, it can cause fatigue, stubborn weight gain, poor sleep, and constant anxiety. High or low cortisol also disrupts testosterone and growth hormone production—two of the most important drivers of strength, energy, and vitality.
Benefit: Testing cortisol shows whether stress is sabotaging your hormones, metabolism, or sleep. It gives us the missing piece to explain why you feel run down and helps us target the right fix instead of guessing.
What’s included?
Cortisol
SHBG (Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin)
Description:
- Why add it? SHBG controls how much testosterone stays “free” vs. bound. High SHBG can trap testosterone, making your total look fine while your body starves for usable hormone.
Benefit: Provides context for testosterone results and helps fine-tune dosing.
What’s included?
SHBG (Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin)
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Description:
Why add it? Shows your average blood sugar over the last 3 months, not just a single fasting snapshot. Early warning system for insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction.
Benefit: Helps patients connect energy, weight struggles, and sleep issues to long-term blood sugar health.
What’s included?
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Vitamin D (25-OH D3)
Description:
- Why add it? Deficiency is extremely common in adults (especially parents who live indoors). Low vitamin D affects energy, mood, bone health, immunity, and even testosterone levels.
Benefit: Easy fix that pays off big in overall health and longevity.
What’s included?
Vitamin D (25-OH D3)
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone & Luteinizing Hormone (FSH & LH)
Description:
- Why add it? These are the brain’s signals that keep your reproductive system running. LH tells your testes to make testosterone, while FSH drives sperm production and overall testicular health. When testosterone is low, these markers help us figure out if the problem starts in the brain or in the testes.
Benefit: Testing LH and FSH gives us the “why” behind low testosterone or fertility issues, so your treatment plan can be tailored to the actual root cause—not just the symptoms.
What’s included?
LH & FSH (Luteinizing Hormone & Follicle-Stimulating Hormone)
Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1)
Description:
- Why add it? IGF-1 (Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1) is the best marker of growth hormone activity in your body. Growth hormone isn’t just about height—it drives muscle repair, fat metabolism, recovery, and even brain function. Low IGF-1 often shows up as slow recovery, stubborn fat, fatigue, and feeling “older” than you should.
Benefit: Testing IGF-1 gives us a window into your growth hormone system. It helps explain why building muscle feels harder, recovery takes longer, or energy isn’t where it used to be—so we can target therapies that restore repair, resilience, and performance.
What’s included?
IGF-1
Homocysteine
Description:
Why add it? Marker of cardiovascular risk, methylation efficiency, and B-vitamin status. Elevated homocysteine is linked to heart disease, cognitive decline, and inflammation.
Benefit: Adds depth to cardiovascular risk assessment beyond cholesterol alone.
What’s included?
Homocysteine
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
Description:
- Why add it? A better measure of “bad” cholesterol risk than LDL alone. ApoB counts the actual number of cholesterol particles damaging arteries.
Benefit: Gives patients clarity when their standard cholesterol panel looks “okay” but cardiovascular risk is still high.
What’s included?
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
Vitamin B12
Description:
Why add it? Essential for energy, focus, and nerve health. Low B12 can cause fatigue, brain fog, and mood issues—even if everything else looks normal.
Benefit: Commonly low in adults (especially if stressed, vegetarian, or on certain meds). Simple to test, and even simpler to fix, but life-changing when corrected.
What’s included?
- Vitamin B12
Folate (Vitamin B9)
Description:
- Why add it? Folate is critical for DNA repair, red blood cell formation, and methylation (a process that affects everything from energy to mood). Low levels are tied to anemia, fatigue, depression, and cardiovascular risk.
- Benefit: Helps explain fatigue, mood swings, and even poor recovery. Works hand in hand with Vitamin B12—if one is off, the other usually is too.
What’s included?
- Folate (Vitamin B9)
Fasting Glucose
Description:
- Why add it? Measures your blood sugar at a single point in time. It’s a quick way to spot issues with insulin sensitivity, early diabetes risk, or why you may feel that afternoon crash.
- Benefit: Pairs well with HbA1c for a complete view of sugar control. For patients struggling with weight, energy swings, or stubborn belly fat, this test often explains why.
What’s included?
- Fasting Glucose
At-Home Blood Draw Service
Description:
- Skip the waiting rooms. We’ll ship a complete blood kit to your door in 3–5 days, then you schedule a licensed mobile phlebotomist to come to your home or office. She’ll draw your blood using the kit, pack it properly, and send it straight to the lab. The only thing you need to do? Pop the ice pack from the kit into your freezer when it arrives. That’s it. Convenient, stress-free, and done on your schedule.
Availability:
Currently offered in Philadelphia County, Chester County, Montgomery County, and Delaware County.
What’s included?
Blood kit shipped directly to your home within 3–5 days of ordering
Licensed mobile phlebotomist visit to your home or office
Professional blood draw using your mailed kit
Proper packaging and shipping of samples to the laboratory
Step-by-step instructions (all you need to do is freeze the ice pack)
Womens Tests
Women's Health Bloodwork - Good
Description:
This is the minimum lab work required to safely begin hormone therapy for women. Think of it as your “starter map”—enough to check your blood health, liver and kidney function, thyroid, cholesterol, and the key sex hormones that drive energy, mood, and overall balance.
What’s included?
White Blood Cells (WBC): Key part of your immune system; helps detect infection or inflammation.
Red Blood Cells (RBC): Carry oxygen throughout the body.
Hemoglobin: Oxygen-carrying protein inside red blood cells.
Hematocrit: Percentage of your blood made up of red cells.
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Average size of your red blood cells.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH): Average amount of hemoglobin per red cell.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Concentration of hemoglobin in red cells.
Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW): Variation in red blood cell size; helps detect anemia.
Platelet Count: Number of platelets, essential for blood clotting.
Differential: Breakdown of white blood cell types (neutrophils, lymphocytes, etc.) to assess immune balance.
Albumin: Main blood protein; reflects nutrition and liver function.
Albumin/Globulin Ratio: Balance of key blood proteins.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Enzyme tied to liver and bone health.
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): Liver enzyme; elevated levels may indicate liver stress.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): Another liver enzyme; often paired with ALT.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Kidney function marker.
BUN/Creatinine Ratio: Adds precision in evaluating kidney health.
Calcium: Essential for bones, nerves, and muscle function.
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): Reflects acid-base balance in the blood.
Chloride: Electrolyte that helps balance fluids.
Creatinine with eGFR: Evaluates kidney function and filtering efficiency.
Globulin: Group of proteins tied to immunity and transport.
Glucose: Blood sugar at the time of the test.
Potassium: Electrolyte critical for heart rhythm and muscle function.
Sodium: Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve function.
Total Bilirubin: Byproduct of red blood cell breakdown; tied to liver health.
Total Protein: Measures overall protein in blood; reflects nutrition and liver function.
Urea Nitrogen: Another key kidney marker.
Total Cholesterol: Overall cholesterol level.
HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein): “Good” cholesterol; protective for heart health.
LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein): “Bad” cholesterol; linked to cardiovascular risk.
Triglycerides: Blood fats used for energy storage.
Non-HDL Cholesterol: Total cholesterol minus HDL; another heart risk marker.
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Master thyroid regulator; explains fatigue, weight issues, and mood changes when out of range.
Total Testosterone: Key hormone for energy, libido, mood, and muscle health in women.
Estradiol (E2): Main form of estrogen; essential for menstrual cycles, bone health, and mood.
Progesterone: Balances estrogen, supports sleep, mood, and menstrual health.
Free T4 (Free Thyroxine)
Shows how much thyroid hormone is actually available in your bloodstream. It helps catch thyroid issues that TSH alone can miss and explains symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, or brain fog.FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone)
Regulates ovarian function and signals changes during perimenopause or menopause. Measuring FSH helps explain symptoms like irregular cycles, hot flashes, or fertility challenges.SHBG (Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin)
A protein that controls how much estrogen and testosterone are “free” and usable. It helps explain why women with the same hormone levels can feel very different, guiding more precise treatment.
Women's Health Bloodwork - Better
Description:
This panel goes beyond the basics to give a clearer view of women’s hormone health. Think of it as your “upgrade map”—it adds reproductive and thyroid markers that help explain symptoms like irregular cycles, hot flashes, weight changes, fatigue, and mood shifts. If you want more than a snapshot but don’t need the full deep dive, this is the smarter middle ground.
What’s included?
White Blood Cells (WBC): Key part of your immune system; helps detect infection or inflammation.
Red Blood Cells (RBC): Carry oxygen throughout the body.
Hemoglobin: Oxygen-carrying protein inside red blood cells.
Hematocrit: Percentage of your blood made up of red cells.
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Average size of your red blood cells.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH): Average amount of hemoglobin per red cell.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Concentration of hemoglobin in red cells.
Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW): Variation in red blood cell size; helps detect anemia.
Platelet Count: Number of platelets, essential for blood clotting.
Mean Platelet Volume (MPV): Average size of platelets, linked to clotting function.
Differential: Breakdown of white blood cell types to assess immune balance.
Albumin: Main blood protein; reflects nutrition and liver function.
Albumin/Globulin Ratio: Balance of key blood proteins.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Enzyme tied to liver and bone health.
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): Liver enzyme; elevated levels may indicate liver stress.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): Another liver enzyme; often paired with ALT.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Kidney function marker.
BUN/Creatinine Ratio: Adds precision in evaluating kidney health.
Calcium: Essential for bones, nerves, and muscle function.
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): Reflects acid-base balance in the blood.
Chloride: Electrolyte that helps balance fluids.
Creatinine with eGFR: Evaluates kidney function and filtering efficiency.
Globulin: Group of proteins tied to immunity and transport.
Glucose: Blood sugar at the time of the test.
Potassium: Electrolyte critical for heart rhythm and muscle function.
Sodium: Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve function.
Total Bilirubin: Byproduct of red blood cell breakdown; tied to liver health.
Total Protein: Measures overall protein in blood; reflects nutrition and liver function.
Urea Nitrogen: Another kidney marker.
Total Cholesterol: Overall cholesterol level.
HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein): “Good” cholesterol; protective for heart health.
LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein): “Bad” cholesterol; linked to cardiovascular risk.
Triglycerides: Blood fats used for energy storage.
Non-HDL Cholesterol: Total cholesterol minus HDL; another heart risk marker.
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Master thyroid regulator; explains fatigue, weight issues, and mood changes when out of range.
Total Testosterone: Key hormone for energy, libido, mood, and muscle health in women.
Estradiol (E2): Main form of estrogen; essential for menstrual cycles, bone health, and mood.
Progesterone: Balances estrogen, supports sleep, mood, and menstrual health.
Free T4 (Free Thyroxine): Shows how much thyroid hormone is actually available.
FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone): Helps assess ovarian function and menopausal status.
SHBG (Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin): Regulates how much estrogen and testosterone are “free” and usable.
Consider adding any of the following for an even deeper picture:
- Free T3 (Free Triiodothyronine)
Works with Free T4 to show how well your thyroid is converting hormones into active form. Low Free T3 is often tied to fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain even when TSH looks normal. - DHEA-S (Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate)
A longevity and vitality hormone that declines with age. Low levels are linked to fatigue, low libido, and reduced stress resilience. - Ferritin
Measures iron storage. Both low and high ferritin can cause fatigue, hair loss, or recovery issues, making it a key marker for women’s energy and overall health. - Free Testosterone
Total testosterone tells us how much hormone is in circulation, but most of it is bound and inactive. Free testosterone measures the fraction that’s actually usable by the body. In women, low free T can explain fatigue, low libido, poor muscle tone, and brain fog even when total levels look “normal.” - Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
LH is the brain’s signal that tells the ovaries to make estrogen and progesterone. Measuring LH alongside FSH helps us understand where a woman is in her cycle, whether she’s entering perimenopause or menopause, and if hormone imbalances are brain-driven or ovarian-driven. - Cortisol
Known as the “stress hormone.” Cortisol helps regulate energy, sleep, blood sugar, and how your body responds to stress. When it’s too high or too low, it can leave you feeling wired, anxious, exhausted, or unable to sleep. Testing cortisol shows us how stress is impacting your health and recovery.
- Free T3 (Free Triiodothyronine)
Women's Health Bloodwork - Best
Description:
This panel is the most complete, budget-friendly baseline we offer for women’s health. Think of it as your “master map”—it brings together thyroid, reproductive, metabolic, and hormone markers into one clear picture. It’s not every test under the sun, but it’s everything we’d want to see to understand your health in detail, catch subtle imbalances, and guide a long-term optimization plan.
What’s included?
White Blood Cells (WBC): Key part of your immune system; helps detect infection or inflammation.
Red Blood Cells (RBC): Carry oxygen throughout the body.
Hemoglobin: Oxygen-carrying protein inside red blood cells.
Hematocrit: Percentage of your blood made up of red cells.
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Average size of your red blood cells.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH): Average amount of hemoglobin per red cell.
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Concentration of hemoglobin in red cells.
Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW): Variation in red blood cell size; helps detect anemia.
Platelet Count: Number of platelets, essential for blood clotting.
Mean Platelet Volume (MPV): Average size of platelets, linked to clotting function.
Differential: Breakdown of white blood cell types to assess immune balance.
Albumin: Main blood protein; reflects nutrition and liver function.
Albumin/Globulin Ratio: Balance of key blood proteins.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Enzyme tied to liver and bone health.
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): Liver enzyme; elevated levels may indicate liver stress.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): Another liver enzyme; often paired with ALT.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Kidney function marker.
BUN/Creatinine Ratio: Adds precision in evaluating kidney health.
Calcium: Essential for bones, nerves, and muscle function.
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): Reflects acid-base balance in the blood.
Chloride: Electrolyte that helps balance fluids.
Creatinine with eGFR: Evaluates kidney function and filtering efficiency.
Globulin: Group of proteins tied to immunity and transport.
Glucose: Blood sugar at the time of the test.
Potassium: Electrolyte critical for heart rhythm and muscle function.
Sodium: Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve function.
Total Bilirubin: Byproduct of red blood cell breakdown; tied to liver health.
Total Protein: Measures overall protein in blood; reflects nutrition and liver function.
Urea Nitrogen: Another kidney marker.
Total Cholesterol: Overall cholesterol level.
HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein): “Good” cholesterol; protective for heart health.
LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein): “Bad” cholesterol; linked to cardiovascular risk.
Triglycerides: Blood fats used for energy storage.
Non-HDL Cholesterol: Total cholesterol minus HDL; another heart risk marker.
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Master thyroid regulator; explains fatigue, weight issues, and mood changes when out of range.
Total Testosterone: Key hormone for energy, libido, mood, and muscle health in women.
Estradiol (E2): Main form of estrogen; essential for menstrual cycles, bone health, and mood.
Progesterone: Balances estrogen, supports sleep, mood, and menstrual health.
Free T4 (Free Thyroxine): Shows how much thyroid hormone is actually available.
FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone): Helps assess ovarian function and menopausal status.
SHBG (Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin): Regulates how much estrogen and testosterone are “free” and usable.
LH (Luteinizing Hormone): Signals the ovaries to produce estrogen and progesterone.
Free Testosterone: Shows how much testosterone is actually usable by the body.
IGF-1 (Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1): Reflects growth hormone activity; tied to recovery, resilience, and metabolism.
Cortisol: The “stress hormone” that impacts energy, sleep, weight, and hormone balance.
Ferritin: Measures iron storage, which affects energy, hair health, and recovery.
Consider adding any of the following for an even deeper picture:
- Free T3 (Free Triiodothyronine)
Works with Free T4 to show how well your thyroid is converting hormones into active form. Low Free T3 is often tied to fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain even when TSH looks normal. - Estradiol/Progesterone Ratio
It’s not just the levels of each hormone—it’s the balance between the two. This ratio helps explain symptoms like PMS, sleep trouble, and mood swings. - DHEA-S (Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate)
A longevity and vitality hormone that declines with age. Low levels are linked to fatigue, low libido, and reduced stress resilience. - hs-CRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)
A sensitive marker of inflammation and cardiovascular risk. Elevated levels can flag issues long before symptoms appear.
- Free T3 (Free Triiodothyronine)
Free T3 (Free Triiodothyronine)
Description:
Why add it? Shows how well your thyroid is converting hormones into their active form. Low Free T3 often explains fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain—even when TSH looks “normal.”
Benefit: Detects subtle thyroid dysfunction earlier, allowing treatment that targets energy and metabolism more precisely.
What’s included?
- Free T3 (Free Triiodothyronine)
Free T4 (Free Thyroxine)
Description:
Why add it? TSH shows whether the brain is asking the thyroid to work, but Free T4 shows how much thyroid hormone is actually circulating and available.
Benefit: Detects subtle thyroid dysfunction that TSH alone can miss, helping explain fatigue, weight gain, and mood changes with more accuracy.
What’s included?
- Free T4 (Free Thyroxine)
DHEA-S (Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate)
Description:
Why add it? A longevity and vitality hormone that naturally declines with age. It supports energy, stress resilience, libido, and immune health.
Benefit: Low levels are tied to fatigue, low libido, and poor recovery. Testing helps determine whether DHEA support could restore vitality.
What’s included?
- DHEA-S (Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate)
Ferritin
Description:
Why add it? Measures iron storage in the body. Both low and high ferritin can cause issues with energy, recovery, and hair health.
Benefit: Explains stubborn fatigue or hair loss that doesn’t make sense from other labs; easy to correct once identified.
What’s included?
- Ferritin
Vitamin D (25-OH D3)
Description:
Why add it? Vitamin D acts like a hormone in the body, influencing bone strength, energy, mood, and immune function.
Benefit: Deficiency is extremely common in adults. Optimizing vitamin D can dramatically improve energy, mood, and resilience.
What’s included?
- Vitamin D (25-OH D3)
Cortisol
Description:
Why add it? Cortisol is your body’s main stress hormone, controlling energy, sleep, and recovery. When levels are off, it can cause fatigue, stubborn weight gain, poor sleep, and constant anxiety. High or low cortisol also disrupts testosterone and growth hormone production—two of the most important drivers of strength, energy, and vitality.
Benefit: Testing cortisol shows whether stress is sabotaging your hormones, metabolism, or sleep. It gives us the missing piece to explain why you feel run down and helps us target the right fix instead of guessing.
What’s included?
- Cortisol
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Description:
Why add it? Shows your 3-month average blood sugar, not just a single day’s snapshot like fasting glucose.
Benefit: Early warning system for insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction, which affect weight, energy, and long-term health.
What’s included?
- Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
hs-CRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)
Description:
Why add it? Sensitive marker of inflammation and cardiovascular risk, even when cholesterol looks fine.
Benefit: Detects hidden inflammation that can explain fatigue, poor recovery, or higher heart risk—often years before symptoms show up.
What’s included?
- hs-CRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)
B12 (Vitamin B12)
Description:
Why add it? Essential for energy, focus, and nerve health. Low B12 can cause fatigue, brain fog, and mood issues—even if everything else looks normal.
Benefit: Commonly low in adults (especially if stressed, vegetarian, or on certain meds). Simple to test, easy to fix, and life-changing when corrected.
What’s included?
- B12 (Vitamin B12)
Folate (Vitamin B9)
Description:
Why add it? Crucial for red blood cell production, DNA repair, and methylation—a process tied to mood and energy.
Benefit: Deficiency can cause fatigue, weakness, or mood swings. Testing ensures this key nutrient isn’t being overlooked.
What’s included?
- Folate (Vitamin B9)
Free Testosterone
Description:
Why add it? Total testosterone doesn’t tell the whole story. Free testosterone measures the fraction your body can actually use.
Benefit: Helps explain low libido, fatigue, brain fog, and poor muscle tone in women, even when total testosterone looks “normal.”
What’s included?
- Total Testosterone
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Description:
Why add it? Brain signal that tells the ovaries to make estrogen and progesterone. Works with FSH to track ovarian health.
Benefit: Clarifies whether hormone imbalance is coming from the brain or the ovaries, helping guide therapy through perimenopause and menopause.
What’s included?
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Follicle Stimulation Hormone (FSH)
Description:
Why add it? FSH is the brain’s signal to the ovaries to produce estrogen and eggs. Levels rise as women enter perimenopause and menopause, making it a key marker of ovarian function.
Benefit: Helps explain symptoms like irregular cycles, hot flashes, and fertility challenges, while also confirming where you are in the menopausal transition.
What’s included?
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
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