Pro Health Check in Leicester

An Ultrasound Scan uses sound waves to create images of your internal organs and tissues. This safe, painless test helps diagnose and monitor various medical conditions.

An Abdominal Ultrasound Scan uses sound waves to create images of the abdominal organs, including the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, spleen, and bladder. It helps to:

• Detect gallstones, liver disease, kidney stones, or tumours
• Evaluate abdominal pain or swelling
• Check for fluid collections or cysts
• Guide biopsies or other procedures

It’s a safe, painless, and non-invasive way to assess abdominal health.

Here is what is included in an Allergy Evaluation check: Immunoglobulin E (IgE).

Immunoglobulin E (IgE) is an antibody involved in allergic responses. Measuring IgE levels helps to:

• Detect allergies to foods, pollen, dust, pet dander, etc.
• Diagnose allergic conditions like asthma, eczema, or hay fever
• Monitor responses to allergen exposure or treatment
• Identify parasitic infections (as IgE may rise)

Elevated IgE suggests an allergic or immune response, while normal levels are generally seen in non-allergic individuals.

Here is what is included with a Bone Health Check: Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), Phosphate, Calcium, Vitamin D, Parathyroid Hormone (PTH).

These tests assess bone metabolism and parathyroid function:

• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Elevated in bone growth, repair, or disorders like Paget’s disease or vitamin D deficiency.
• Phosphate: Works with calcium to build bones; imbalances can indicate bone or kidney issues.
• Calcium (usually adjusted): Vital for bones, nerves, and muscles. Abnormal levels suggest bone, kidney, or hormonal disorders.
• Vitamin D: Essential for calcium absorption and bone health. Deficiency can lead to weak bones or osteomalacia.
• Parathyroid Hormone (PTH): Regulates calcium and phosphate balance. High levels may suggest hyperparathyroidism or vitamin D deficiency.

Together, they help evaluate bone health, calcium regulation, and parathyroid gland function.

Here is what is included in a Diabetes Health Check Blood Test: Glucose, Glycated Haemoglobin (HbA1c), Insulin, C-Peptide.

These tests assess blood sugar control and insulin function:

• Glucose: Measures current blood sugar level; used to screen for diabetes or hypoglycemia.
• Glycated Haemoglobin (HbA1c): Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months; key for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes.
• Insulin: Indicates how much insulin your body is producing; helps assess insulin resistance or excess.
• C-Peptide: Released in equal amounts to insulin; helps determine whether your body is producing its insulin (vs. insulin from injections).

Together, they provide a comprehensive view of your glucose metabolism and risk for diabetes or insulin resistance.

Here is what is included in a Digestive Health check: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), Anti-Tissue Transglutaminase Antibody (aTTG).

These tests assess gastrointestinal health and screen for specific conditions:

• Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori): A bacterium that infects the stomach lining; linked to ulcers, gastritis, and increased risk of stomach cancer.
• Anti-Tissue Transglutaminase Antibody (aTTG): A key marker for celiac disease. Elevated levels suggest an autoimmune reaction to gluten, damaging the small intestine.

These tests help detect infections, autoimmune conditions, and early signs of digestive tract cancers.

Dietitian input by PNOĒ uses metabolic test results to create a personalised nutrition plan, helping optimise energy, metabolism, weight, and overall health.

Dietitian input by PNOĒ uses metabolic test results to create a personalised nutrition plan, helping optimise energy, metabolism, weight, and overall health.

Here is what is included in a Full Blood Count (FBC): Haemoglobin (Hb), Haematocrit (Hct), Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH), Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC), Mean Cell Volume (MCV), Red Blood Cell Count (RBC), Basophil Count, Lymphocyte Count, Eosinophil Count, Monocyte Count, Neutrophil Count, White Blood Cell Count (WBC), Platelet Count (PLT), Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW), Mean Platelet Volume (MPV), Reticulocyte Count (Retics), Absolute Reticulocyte Count (Retics Absolute).

This group of tests forms a Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Reticulocytes, offering a detailed view of your blood and bone marrow health:

• Haemoglobin (Hb): Oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells.
• Haematocrit (Hct): Percentage of blood made up by red cells.
• Mean Cell Volume (MCV): Average size of red blood cells.
• Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH): Average amount of haemoglobin per red cell.
• Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Haemoglobin concentration within red cells.
• Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW): Variation in red cell size; useful for anaemia classification.
• Red Blood Cell Count (RBC): Number of red blood cells in your blood.
• White Blood Cell Count (WBC): Total white cells, reflecting immune function.
• Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, Basophils: Subtypes that fight infections, inflammation, and allergies.
• Platelet Count (PLT): Key for blood clotting.
• Mean Platelet Volume (MPV): Average platelet size; reflects platelet production rate.
• Reticulocyte Count (Retics) & Absolute Reticulocyte Count: Young red blood cells; indicate bone marrow activity.

Together, these tests help diagnose anaemia, infection, inflammation, bone marrow disorders, and bleeding/clotting issues.

The Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) is a simple, non-invasive screening tool used to detect hidden (occult) blood in the stool, which can be an early sign of bowel conditions such as colorectal cancer or polyps. Unlike older stool tests, FIT is highly specific to human blood and doesn’t require any dietary restrictions before the test. It works by identifying tiny traces of blood that may not be visible to the naked eye, allowing for earlier detection and intervention.

Requires a stool sample.

The Grip Strength Test measures hand and forearm strength using a dynamometer, helping assess muscle function, overall strength, and nutritional or metabolic health.

Here is what is included in a Heart Health Blood Test: Total Cholesterol, Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL), High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (HDL), Total Cholesterol to HDL Cholesterol Ratio, Cholesterol Ratio, Triglycerides, Apolipoprotein A-I (Apo A-I), Apolipoprotein B (Apo B), Apolipoprotein B to A-I Ratio (Apo B/A-I Ratio), Lipoprotein (a) [Lp(a)], High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP).

These tests assess your cardiovascular health and risk of heart disease:

• Total Cholesterol: Overall cholesterol level.
• LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein): “Bad” cholesterol; high levels increase heart disease risk.
• HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein): “Good” cholesterol; helps remove LDL.
• Triglycerides: Type of fat in the blood; high levels are a risk factor.
• Cholesterol Ratios: Compare total cholesterol to HDL to assess balance and risk.
• Apolipoprotein A-I (Apo A-I): Main protein in HDL; protective for heart health.
• Apolipoprotein B (Apo B): Found in LDL; better predictor of heart risk than LDL alone.
• Apo B/A-I Ratio: Balance of bad to good lipoproteins; high ratio = higher risk.
• Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]: Genetic risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
• High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP): Detects low-grade inflammation linked to atherosclerosis and cardiovascular risk.

Together, this panel provides a detailed view of lipid metabolism, genetic predisposition, and inflammation to assess heart disease risk.

• Here is what we include in the Hormonal Health: Oestradiol (Estradiol), Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), Progesterone, Prolactin, Testosterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), Free Androgen Index (FAI).
• These tests assess reproductive and hormonal health:
• Oestradiol (Estradiol): Main estrogen hormone; regulates menstrual cycle, fertility, and bone health.
• Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Stimulates egg development; high levels may indicate menopause or ovarian dysfunction.
• Progesterone: Supports pregnancy and regulates menstrual cycles; levels peak after ovulation.
• Prolactin: Stimulates breast milk production; elevated levels can disrupt ovulation or indicate pituitary issues.
• Testosterone: Present in small amounts; elevated levels can suggest polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
• Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG): Binds sex hormones; affects how much active testosterone and estrogen circulate.
• Free Androgen Index (FAI): Ratio of testosterone to SHBG; estimates free (active) testosterone.

Together, these tests help diagnose fertility issues, menstrual irregularities, PCOS, and hormonal imbalances.

• An InBody Composition Scan to accurately measure your body fat, muscle mass, and overall health. This quick, non-invasive test provides detailed insights to help you achieve your fitness goals.
• An InBody Body Composition Scan measures detailed body composition using bioelectrical impedance. It provides data on:
• Body fat percentage
• Muscle mass (skeletal and total)
• Body water content
• Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
• Visceral fat level

This scan helps track fitness, nutrition, and health progress by showing muscle-to-fat ratios and hydration status. It’s quick, non-invasive, and widely used in health and fitness settings.

We will check Serum Iron, Transferrin, Ferritin, Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC), Transferrin Saturation (TS%).

These tests evaluate iron status and help diagnose anaemia or iron overload:

• Serum Iron: Measures iron in the blood; levels can fluctuate daily.
• Transferrin: A protein that transports iron; increased in iron deficiency.
• Ferritin: Reflects iron storage; low in iron deficiency, high in inflammation or iron overload.
• Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC): Indicates how much iron transferrin can carry; high in iron deficiency.
• Transferrin Saturation (TS%): Ratio of serum iron to TIBC; low in iron deficiency, high in iron overload.

This panel helps differentiate iron deficiency anaemia, chronic disease-related anaemia, or hemochromatosis.

Immunoglobulin G (IgG), Immunoglobulin M (IgM), Immunoglobulin A (IgA).

Immunoglobulin G (IgG), M (IgM), and A (IgA) are key antibodies that help assess the function of your immune system:

• IgG: The most abundant antibody; provides long-term protection and indicates past infections or immune memory.
• IgM: The first antibody produced during an infection; elevated levels suggest recent or active infection.
• IgA: Found in mucous membranes (respiratory, digestive tracts); plays a key role in local immunity and gut health.

Testing these can help diagnose immune deficiencies, infections (current or past), autoimmune disorders, and some chronic illnesses.

Included in Kidney Health: Creatinine, Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR), Chloride, Potassium, Phosphate, Sodium, Urea, Magnesium, Uric Acid, Cystatin C, Total Protein.

These tests assess kidney function, electrolyte balance, and metabolic health:

• Creatinine & eGFR: Measure kidney filtration efficiency. eGFR is used to stage chronic kidney disease (CKD).
• Urea: Waste product filtered by kidneys; elevated in kidney dysfunction or high protein breakdown.
• Cystatin C: A sensitive marker for kidney function, often more accurate than creatinine in some populations.
• Sodium, Potassium, Chloride: Key for fluid balance, nerve, and muscle function.
• Phosphate & Magnesium: Involved in energy production and bone health.
• Uric Acid: Elevated in gout or kidney issues; excess can cause joint pain or kidney stones.
• Total Protein: Reflects nutritional status and liver/kidney function.

Together, these tests provide a comprehensive view of renal health, electrolyte balance, and metabolic stability.

Here is what we will check for with the Liver Health Check Blood Test: Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), Alanine Aminotransferase / Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase (ALT/GPT), Aspartate Aminotransferase / Glutamate Oxaloacetate Transaminase (AST/GOT), Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (Gamma GT or GGT), Total Bilirubin, Albumin, Globulin.

These markers assess liver function and health:

• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Elevated in bile duct obstruction, bone disorders, or liver disease.
• Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT/GPT): Key enzyme indicating liver cell damage.
• Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/GOT): Another enzyme reflecting liver or muscle damage.
• Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT): Sensitive to bile duct issues and alcohol-related liver damage.
• Total Bilirubin: Breakdown product of red blood cells; high levels may indicate liver or gallbladder problems.
• Albumin: Main blood protein made by the liver; low levels suggest poor liver function or malnutrition.
• Globulin: A group of proteins involved in immune function; used to assess immune and liver status.

Together, these tests provide a comprehensive view of liver enzyme activity, bile flow, protein synthesis, and overall liver health.

Here is what is included in a Muscle & Joint Health check: Creatine Kinase (CK), Rheumatoid Factor (RF).

These tests assess muscle health and autoimmune activity:

• Creatine Kinase (CK): An enzyme found in muscles. Elevated levels may indicate muscle injury, inflammation (e.g., myositis), vigorous exercise, or conditions like rhabdomyolysis.
• Rheumatoid Factor (RF): An antibody often present in rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. Elevated RF suggests autoimmune activity but is not exclusive to RA.

These tests help evaluate muscle damage and screen for autoimmune joint or connective tissue disorders.

Here is what is included in a Metabolic Syndrome check: Leptin.

Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that plays a key role in regulating appetite, metabolism, and energy balance. It signals the brain to reduce hunger when fat stores are sufficient.

• Low Leptin: May indicate low body fat or leptin deficiency, possibly contributing to excessive hunger or delayed puberty.
• High Leptin: Common in obesity; may indicate leptin resistance, where the body doesn’t respond properly to satiety signals, contributing to weight gain and metabolic issues.

Leptin testing can help assess causes of obesity, unexplained weight changes, or hormonal imbalances.

Here is what is included in the Nutritional Health check: Folate (Vitamin B9), Vitamin B12 (B12), Total Antioxidant Status (TAS).

These tests assess nutritional status and oxidative stress:

• Folate (Vitamin B9): Essential for DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and preventing neural tube defects. Low levels can cause anaemia and fatigue.
• Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin): Important for nerve function, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis. Deficiency can lead to anaemia, neurological issues, and fatigue.
• Total Antioxidant Status (TAS): Measures the body’s overall ability to neutralise free radicals. A low TAS may indicate oxidative stress, linked to ageing, inflammation, and chronic diseases.

Together, these tests evaluate essential nutrient levels and the body’s capacity to protect against cellular damage.

Here is what is included in a Pancreatic Health check: Pancreatic Amylase, Lipase.

Pancreatic Amylase and Lipase are digestive enzymes primarily used to assess pancreatic health:

• Pancreatic Amylase: Breaks down carbohydrates. Elevated levels may indicate acute pancreatitis, pancreatic duct obstruction, or other pancreatic disorders.
• Lipase: Breaks down fats. More specific than amylase for detecting pancreatitis, and often remains elevated longer.

These tests are typically ordered together when pancreatitis or pancreatic dysfunction is suspected. Elevated levels suggest pancreatic inflammation, while low levels may point to chronic pancreatic damage or cystic fibrosis.

At Rest (PNOE): A test using the PNOE device to analyse your metabolic rate and respiratory efficiency while resting, offering insights into your body’s energy use and metabolic health.

The PNOE (Rest) Metabolic Assessment measures your resting metabolic rate (RMR) and respiratory efficiency using advanced breath analysis technology. It evaluates:

• Calories burned at rest (RMR)
• Fat vs. carbohydrate usage for energy
• Oxygen consumption (VO₂) and CO₂ production
• Metabolic flexibility
• Cellular health and efficiency

This non-invasive test helps personalise nutrition, weight management, and fitness plans by identifying how your body uses energy at rest.

Here is what is included in a the Tumour Markers check: Cancer Antigen 125 (CA125) [female], Cancer Antigen 15-3 (CA15-3) [female], Prostate-Specific Antigen – Free (PSA free) [male], Prostate-Specific Antigen – Total (PSA total) [male], Cancer Antigen 19-9 (CA19-9), Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA).

These are tumour markers used to support the detection, monitoring, or recurrence of certain cancers:

• CA125: Elevated in ovarian cancer; also may rise with endometriosis, menstruation, or pelvic inflammation.
• CA15-3: Used to monitor breast cancer progression or recurrence.
• PSA Total & PSA Free: Prostate-specific antigens used to screen for prostate cancer and assess risk. The ratio of free to total PSA helps differentiate benign from malignant conditions.
• CA19-9: Associated with pancreatic, bile duct, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen): A broad marker often elevated in colorectal, lung, breast, and other cancers. Also elevated in smokers or with inflammation.

These markers are not diagnostic alone but help track treatment response or recurrence alongside imaging and clinical evaluation.

A Spirometry Test measures your lung function by assessing how much air you can inhale and exhale. This simple, non-invasive test helps diagnose and monitor respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD.

Here is what is included in a Thyroid Health Check Blood Test: Free Triiodothyronine (FT3), Free Thyroxine (FT4), Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroglobulin Antibody (TgAb), Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPOAb).

These tests assess thyroid function and autoimmunity:

• Free Triiodothyronine (FT3) & Free Thyroxine (FT4): Active thyroid hormones that regulate metabolism, energy, and temperature.
• Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Produced by the pituitary gland to control thyroid hormone production; key marker of thyroid function.
• Thyroglobulin Antibody (TgAb): An autoimmune marker, often elevated in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Graves’ disease.
• Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPOAb): Also indicates thyroid autoimmunity, commonly elevated in Hashimoto’s.

Together, these tests help diagnose hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and autoimmune thyroid diseases.

Here is what is included with a Urinalysis: pH, Urine Protein, Urine Glucose, Ketones, White Blood Cells (WBCs), Red Blood Cells (RBCs), Casts, Urobilinogen, Nitrite, Bacterial Count (hundreds of bacteria), Culture and Sensitivities (7 antibiotics).

This urinalysis panel evaluates kidney and urinary tract health:

• pH: Measures urine acidity or alkalinity, affecting stone formation and infection risk.
• Urine Protein: Presence can indicate kidney damage or disease.
• Urine Glucose: Detects sugar in urine, a sign of diabetes.
• Ketones: Indicate fat breakdown; elevated in diabetes, fasting, or starvation.
• White Blood Cells (WBCs): Suggest infection or inflammation in the urinary tract.
• Red Blood Cells (RBCs): May indicate bleeding, stones, or injury.
• Casts: Tube-shaped particles from kidney tubules; indicate kidney disease or damage.
• Urobilinogen: Elevated in liver disease or hemolysis.
• Nitrite: Indicates bacterial infection by nitrate-reducing bacteria.
• Bacterial Count: Measures the quantity, indicating infection severity.

Culture and Sensitivities (7 antibiotics): Identifies bacteria type and tests which antibiotics effectively treat the infection.

Together, these tests diagnose urinary tract infections, kidney disorders, diabetes, and other metabolic conditions.