Standard Health Check at The Health Suite Leicester

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

These four markers are commonly used in a bone health check:

• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): High levels may indicate increased bone activity or disorders like Paget’s disease.
• Calcium (Adjusted): Essential for strong bones and muscle function; adjusted for protein levels in blood.
• Phosphate: Works with calcium to build bones; abnormal levels can affect bone strength.
• Vitamin D: Crucial for calcium absorption; deficiency can lead to weak or brittle bones.

Together, they help assess bone metabolism and detect conditions like osteoporosis or vitamin D deficiency.

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) Test records the electrical activity of your heart to detect any abnormalities. It’s a quick, painless test that helps assess your heart health and identify potential issues.

An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) records the heart’s electrical activity. It helps:

• Detect irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias)
• Identify heart attacks or damage
• Assess heart size and function
• Monitor the effects of medications or devices

It’s a quick, non-invasive test crucial for diagnosing many heart conditions.

Here is what is included in a Full Blood count: Haemoglobin, Haematocrit, Mean Cell Haemoglobin, Mean Cell Haemoglobin, Concentration (MCHC), Red Blood Cell Mean, Cell Volume (MCV), Red Blood Cell Count, Basophil Count, Lymphocyte Count, Eosinophil Count, Monocyte Count, Neutrophil Count, White Blood Cell Count, Platelet Count.

These 15 blood test markers are part of a Full Blood Count (FBC), which provides insights into overall blood health and can help detect infections, anaemia, and other conditions:

• Haemoglobin: Oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells; low levels suggest anaemia.
• Haematocrit: Ratio of red blood cells to plasma; indicates hydration or anaemia.
• Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH): Average amount of haemoglobin per red cell.
• Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Haemoglobin concentration in red cells.
• Mean Cell Volume (MCV): Average size of red blood cells; helps classify anaemia types.
• Red Blood Cell Count: Measures the total number of red blood cells; a low count may indicate anaemia.
• Basophil Count: A type of white blood cell involved in allergic responses.
• Lymphocyte Count: Key immune cells; abnormal levels can indicate infection or immune disorders.
• Eosinophil Count: Elevated in allergies or parasitic infections.
• Monocyte Count: Helps fight infections; high levels may indicate inflammation.
• Neutrophil Count: Main defenders against bacterial infection.
• White Blood Cell Count (WBC): Total WBCs; high or low levels signal infection or immune issues.
• Platelet Count: Important for blood clotting; abnormal levels can affect bleeding or clotting risk.

These values provide a comprehensive picture of blood and immune health.

Here is what is included in a Heart Health check: Total Cholesterol, Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL), High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (HDL), Total Cholesterol to HDL Ratio, Cholesterol Ratio, Triglycerides

These markers are part of a lipid profile, used to assess cardiovascular health and risk of heart disease:

• Total Cholesterol: Overall cholesterol level; includes LDL, HDL, and other lipids.
• LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein): “Bad” cholesterol; high levels can lead to plaque buildup in arteries.
• HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein): “Good” cholesterol; helps remove excess cholesterol from the blood.
• Total Cholesterol to HDL Ratio: Indicates balance between good and bad cholesterol; lower ratios are better.
• Cholesterol Ratio: Often refers to the same or similar metric as Total/HDL ratio; used to assess heart disease risk.
• Triglycerides: Type of fat in the blood; high levels may increase the risk of heart disease and pancreatitis.

This profile helps evaluate lipid metabolism and cardiovascular risk.

We will also check your C-Reactive Protein (CRP) in the Infection & Inflammation check.

C-Reactive Protein (CRP): CRP is a marker of inflammation in the body. High levels may indicate infection, injury, or chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis or cardiovascular disease. It helps assess disease activity and monitor treatment effectiveness.

We will check your Ferritin in the Iron Status check.

Ferritin is a blood protein that stores iron. It reflects the body’s iron reserves:

• Low ferritin may indicate iron deficiency, often leading to anaemia, fatigue, or weakness.
• High ferritin can suggest inflammation, liver disease, or iron overload conditions like hemochromatosis.

It’s a key marker in diagnosing iron-related disorders.

Here is what we include in the Kidney Health Check: Creatinine, eGFR, Chloride, Potassium*, Phosphate, Sodium, Urea

These tests assess kidney function and electrolyte balance:

• Creatinine: Waste product filtered by kidneys; high levels may suggest impaired kidney function.
• eGFR (estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate): Estimates kidney filtration rate; low eGFR indicates reduced kidney function.
• Chloride: Helps maintain fluid and acid-base balance; abnormal levels can signal kidney or metabolic issues.
• Potassium: Vital for heart and muscle function; must stay within a narrow range.
• Phosphate: Important for bones and energy storage; regulated by the kidneys.
• Sodium: Maintains fluid balance and nerve function; imbalances can affect blood pressure and hydration.
• Urea: Waste product from protein breakdown; elevated levels may indicate kidney dysfunction or dehydration.

Together, these tests provide a clear picture of kidney health and electrolyte stability

Here is what we will check for with the Liver Health check: Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), Aspartate Transferase (AST), Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT), Total Bilirubin, and Albumin.

These six tests assess liver function and health:

• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Elevated in liver or bone disorders.
• Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): High levels often indicate liver cell damage.
• Aspartate Transferase (AST): Helps detect liver or muscle injury.
• Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT): Sensitive marker for liver and bile duct issues, often alcohol-related.
• Total Bilirubin: Elevated levels may point to liver dysfunction or bile duct obstruction.
• Albumin: A protein made by the liver; low levels suggest impaired liver function or malnutrition.

Together, these tests provide a comprehensive overview of liver health.

Here is what is included with a Urinalysis: Bilirubin, Glucose, Ketones, Nitrite, PH, Protein, Red Blood Cells (RBC), Urobilinogen, White Blood Cells (WBC).

These markers are typically part of a urinalysis, used to assess kidney function, urinary tract health, and detect metabolic issues:

• Bilirubin: May indicate liver or bile duct problems if present in urine.
• Glucose: Can suggest diabetes or high blood sugar if detected in urine.
• Ketones: Signal fat breakdown, often seen in diabetes, fasting, or low-carb diets.
• Nitrite: Often indicates bacterial infection in the urinary tract (UTI).
• pH: Measures urine acidity/alkalinity; helps detect infections or kidney issues.
• Protein: May suggest kidney damage if consistently present.
• Red Blood Cells (RBC): Presence may indicate infection, stones, or other urinary tract issues.
• Urobilinogen: Byproduct of bilirubin; elevated levels may point to liver dysfunction.
• White Blood Cells (WBC): Suggest infection or inflammation in the urinary tract.

This test helps detect early signs of disease or monitor existing conditions.