Blood values explained

Vitamin D plays a role in bone strength, muscle function and the immune system. A measurement provides insight into your 25-OH vitamin D level, with personal explanation by our doctors.

Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and plays a role in muscle mass, energy, libido, and mood. A test gives insight into your level, with personal explanation from our doctors.

The thyroid regulates your metabolism, energy, and body temperature. With TSH and Free T4, you get a clear overview of thyroid function, with personal explanation from our doctors.

Ferritin reflects the amount of iron stored in the body. A test gives insight into your iron stores, with personal explanation from our doctors.

HbA1c gives a picture of your average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months. A test provides insight into your blood sugar regulation, with personal explanation from our doctors.

The cholesterol profile, total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides, provides insight into your cardiovascular risk factors, with personal explanation from our doctors.

Cortisol is a hormone that plays a role in stress, energy, and metabolism, among other things. A morning measurement gives insight into your cortisol level, with personal explanation from our doctors.

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) plays a role in the production of red blood cells and the functioning of the nervous system. A test gives insight into your B12 level, with personal explanation from our doctors.

PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) is a protein produced by the prostate. The level provides information about the prostate and is often measured as part of prostate monitoring.

Lipoprotein(a) is a largely genetically determined lipoprotein associated with cardiovascular risk factors. A single measurement gives insight into your Lp(a) level.

Homocysteine is an amino acid whose elevated level is associated with cardiovascular risk factors and B vitamin status. A test provides insight, with personal explanation from our doctors.

CRP (C-reactive protein) is the most widely used marker for detecting inflammation in the body. A test gives insight into your current inflammatory status, with personal explanation from our doctors.

Magnesium is a mineral that plays a role in more than 300 enzymatic processes, including muscle and nerve function. A test gives insight into the magnesium level in your blood.

Folic acid (vitamin B11 in the Netherlands, B9 internationally) is essential for cell growth, DNA production, and blood formation. A test gives insight into your folate status, with personal explanation from our doctors.