VIP 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 the body’s allergic response:

• Elevated IgE levels are commonly seen in allergies (like hay fever, asthma, food allergies) and parasitic infections.
• IgE binds to allergens and triggers the release of histamine and other chemicals, causing allergy symptoms.
• Measuring IgE helps diagnose allergic conditions and monitor their severity.
• It’s a key marker for understanding immune responses related to allergies and some infections.

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

These tests evaluate bone health and metabolism:

• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Enzyme linked to bone formation; elevated levels may indicate bone growth, healing, or disorders like bone disease.
• Calcium (Adjusted): Measures the level of calcium in blood, corrected for protein levels; important for bone strength and cellular functions.
• Phosphate: Works with calcium for bone mineralisation; abnormal levels can signal bone or kidney issues.
• Vitamin D: Essential for calcium absorption and bone health; low levels can lead to bone weakness and disorders like osteoporosis.

Together, they help assess bone metabolism and detect related diseases.

Here is what is included in a Diabetes Health check: Glucose, HbA1c, Insulin, C-Peptide.

These tests evaluate blood sugar control and insulin function:

• Glucose: Measures current blood sugar levels; high levels suggest diabetes or impaired glucose metabolism.
• HbA1c (Glycated Haemoglobin): Reflects average blood sugar over 2-3 months; crucial for diabetes diagnosis and management.
• Insulin: Measures insulin hormone levels; helps assess insulin production and resistance.
• C-Peptide: Indicates how much insulin the body produces; useful to differentiate between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Together, they give a full picture of glucose metabolism and diabetes status.

Here is what is included in a DNA SNP test:

Genomics, nutrient core, methylation, detox report, hormone, metabolic.

Here’s a quick breakdown of these test categories:

• Genomics: Analyses your DNA to identify genetic variations that may affect health, disease risk, and response to treatments or nutrients.
• Nutrient Core: Measures key vitamins, minerals, and metabolites essential for overall nutrition and cellular function.
• Methylation: Assesses markers related to the body’s methylation processes, which regulate gene expression, detoxification, and DNA repair.
• Detox Report: Evaluates how well your body processes and eliminates toxins, often by measuring liver function, antioxidant status, and toxin metabolites.
• Hormone: Tests levels of hormones like thyroid, adrenal, sex hormones, which regulate metabolism, mood, growth, and reproductive health.
• Metabolic: Measures indicators of metabolism, including blood sugar, lipids, insulin sensitivity, and energy production efficiency.

Together, these reports provide a comprehensive view of your genetic makeup, nutritional status, detox capacity, hormonal balance, and metabolic health.

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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 Digestive Health check:

H. Pylori, Anti-Tissue Transglutaminase Antibodies.

Here’s what these tests check:

• H. Pylori (Helicobacter pylori): Detects infection by the bacteria that can cause stomach ulcers, gastritis, and increased risk of stomach cancer. It’s usually tested via blood antibodies, breath, stool, or biopsy.
• Anti-Tissue Transglutaminase Antibodies (tTG-IgA): Used to diagnose celiac disease, an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten that damages the small intestine.

Both tests help diagnose gastrointestinal conditions affecting digestion and nutrient absorption.

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.

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 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.

Here’s a summary of the 15 blood components you listed, typically part of a Complete Blood Count (CBC) with differential:

• Haemoglobin (Hb): Oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells; indicates anaemia or polycythemia.
• Haematocrit (Hct): Percentage of red blood cells in blood; reflects hydration and anaemia status.
• Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH): Average amount of haemoglobin per red blood cell.
• Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Average concentration of haemoglobin in red cells.
• Mean Cell Volume (MCV): Average size of red blood cells; helps classify types of anaemia.
• Red Blood Cell Count (RBC): Number of red blood cells; low in anaemia, high in polycythemia.
• Basophil Count: White blood cells involved in allergic and inflammatory responses.
• Lymphocyte Count: Immune cells are important for fighting viruses and bacteria.
• Eosinophil Count: Elevated in allergies and parasitic infections.
• Monocyte Count: White cells that ingest pathogens and debris; part of the immune defence.
• Neutrophil Count: Most abundant white cells; first responders to bacterial infection.
• White Blood Cell Count (WBC): Total immune cells; indicates infection or immune disorders.
• Platelet Count: Cells that help blood clot; abnormal levels can cause bleeding or clotting issues.

This panel provides a comprehensive view of blood health, immune status, and clotting ability.

Here is what is included in a Gender Health Check:

Males will receive: Testosterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), Free Androgen Index.

Females will receive: Oestradiol, Follicle Stimulating Hormone, Luteinising Hormone, Progesterone, Prolactin, Testosterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), Free Androgen Index.

Here’s a summary of these key sex hormone tests:

• Oestradiol: The main form of estrogen, vital for female reproductive health, bone density, and mood.
• Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Regulates ovarian and testicular function; levels vary with menstrual cycle, menopause, or fertility issues.
• Luteinising Hormone (LH): Triggers ovulation in women.
• Progesterone: Supports pregnancy and menstrual cycle regulation.
• Prolactin: Involved in milk production; elevated levels may affect fertility and menstrual cycles.
• Testosterone: Primary male hormone, also important in women for libido and muscle mass.
• Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG): Binds sex hormones, controlling their activity.
• Free Androgen Index (FAI): Ratio estimating active testosterone levels.

Together, these tests provide a detailed view of hormonal balance, fertility status, and reproductive health in both women and men.

Here is what is included in a Functional Health check: Functional stool and blood tests, and functional medicine appointments to review your results.

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.

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 tests evaluate blood lipid levels and help assess cardiovascular risk:

• Total Cholesterol: Overall cholesterol amount in the blood.
• Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol: “Bad” cholesterol that can build up in arteries, increasing heart disease risk.
• High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol: “Good” cholesterol that helps remove LDL from the bloodstream.
• Total Cholesterol to HDL Ratio: A ratio used to evaluate heart disease risk; lower is better.
• Cholesterol Ratio: Another ratio assessing the balance between good and bad cholesterol.
• Triglycerides: A type of fat in the blood; high levels can raise heart disease risk.

Together, these markers guide heart health management and prevention strategies.

We will check your Ferritin in the Iron Status check.

Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in the body. Measuring ferritin levels helps assess your iron stores:

• Low ferritin indicates iron deficiency, which can lead to anaemia.
• High ferritin can suggest inflammation, infection, liver disease, or iron overload conditions like hemochromatosis.

It’s a key test for diagnosing and monitoring iron-related disorders.

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

C-Reactive Protein (CRP) is a blood marker that indicates inflammation in the body. It’s produced by the liver in response to infection, injury, or chronic diseases.

• High CRP levels can suggest infections, autoimmune diseases, or an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

It’s often used to monitor inflammation levels and the effectiveness of treatments.

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

Here’s what these tests measure, mostly related to kidney function and electrolyte balance:

• Creatinine: Waste product filtered by kidneys; elevated levels may indicate impaired kidney function.
• Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): Calculates kidney filtering efficiency; lower values suggest reduced kidney function.
• Chloride: Electrolyte important for fluid balance and acid-base regulation.
• Potassium: Critical for heart and muscle function; abnormal levels can cause serious issues.
• Phosphate: Works with calcium for bone health; also affected by kidney function.
• Sodium: Key electrolyte for fluid balance and nerve function.
• Urea: Waste product from protein metabolism; high levels can indicate kidney problems or dehydration.

Together, these tests assess kidney health and the body’s electrolyte balance.

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, Albumin.

These tests assess liver function and health:

• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Elevated in liver disease, bile duct obstruction, or bone disorders.
• Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT): Enzyme indicating liver cell damage; higher levels suggest liver injury.
• Aspartate Transferase (AST): Found in liver and muscle; elevated with liver damage or muscle injury.
• Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT): Sensitive to bile duct problems and alcohol use; elevated in liver disease.
• Total Bilirubin: Byproduct of red blood cell breakdown; high levels cause jaundice and indicate liver or bile duct issues.
• Albumin: Main protein made by the liver; low levels may indicate impaired liver function or malnutrition.

Together, they provide a comprehensive overview of liver status.

Here is what is included in a Muscle & Joint Health check:

Creatine Kinase, Uric Acid, Rheumatoid Factor (RF).

Here’s what these tests evaluate:

• Creatine Kinase (CK): An enzyme found in muscles and the heart; elevated levels indicate muscle damage, injury, or inflammation.
• Uric Acid: A waste product from purine metabolism; high levels can cause gout and are linked to kidney stones and metabolic issues.
• Rheumatoid Factor (RF): An antibody often present in autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis; helps diagnose and monitor these conditions.

Together, these tests help assess muscle health, metabolic function, and autoimmune activity.

Here is what is included in a Metabolic Syndrome check: Leptin, Adiponectin, and Resistin.

Here’s a brief on these three important adipokines—hormones produced by fat tissue that regulate metabolism and inflammation:

• Leptin: Regulates appetite and energy balance by signalling fullness to the brain. High levels often occur in obesity, but resistance to leptin’s effects can develop.
• Adiponectin: Enhances insulin sensitivity and has anti-inflammatory effects. Levels usually decrease with obesity and insulin resistance.
• Resistin: Linked to inflammation and insulin resistance; higher levels may contribute to metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.

Together, these markers help understand fat tissue’s role in metabolic health and diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular conditions.

A Nutritionist Appointment to receive personalised dietary advice and meal plans tailored to your health goals and nutritional needs. Our expert nutritionist will guide you towards a healthier lifestyle.

Here is what is included in the Nutritional Health check:

Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, Total Antioxidant Status (TAS).

Here’s what these tests assess:

• Folic Acid (Vitamin B9): Essential for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. Low levels can cause anaemia and increase birth defect risks during pregnancy.
• Vitamin B12: Vital for nerve function and red blood cell production. Deficiency can lead to anaemia and neurological problems.
• Total Antioxidant Status (TAS): Measures the overall capacity of antioxidants in the blood to neutralise free radicals, reflecting the body’s ability to combat oxidative stress.

These tests evaluate nutritional status and the body’s defence against cellular damage.

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 Pancreatic Health check: Pancreatic Amylase, Lipase.

Pancreatic Amylase and Lipase are enzymes produced by the pancreas that help digest food:

• Pancreatic Amylase: Breaks down carbohydrates into sugars. Elevated blood levels can indicate pancreatic inflammation or injury.
• Lipase: Breaks down fats into fatty acids. Increased levels are more specific for pancreatic inflammation (pancreatitis) or damage.

These tests are commonly used to diagnose and monitor pancreatic disorders, such as pancreatitis.

Watt Bike Assessment: A fitness test using a Wattbike to measure cycling power, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness, providing detailed performance data for personalised training.

The PNOE (Active) Metabolic Assessment: Wattbike Assessment evaluates your metabolic and cardiovascular performance during exercise using breath analysis while cycling. It measures:

• VO₂ max – your maximal oxygen uptake, indicating aerobic fitness
• Fat vs. carbohydrate utilisation during different intensity zones
• Ventilatory thresholds – to personalise training zones
• Heart rate and respiratory efficiency
• Energy expenditure during exertion

This test helps optimise training, endurance, and fat-burning efficiency by identifying how your body performs and fuels itself during physical activity.

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.

Spirometry is a common lung function test that measures how well you breathe. It assesses:

• Lung volume (how much air you can inhale and exhale)
• Airflow speed (how quickly you can exhale)
• Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) – total air exhaled forcefully
• Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV₁) – air exhaled in the first second

It helps diagnose and monitor conditions like asthma, COPD, and other respiratory disorders. The test is quick, non-invasive, and typically involves blowing into a mouthpiece connected to a machine.

Here is what is included in a Tumour Markers check: Total PSA (m), CA-125 (f)

Here’s a quick overview:

• Total PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) [male]: A protein produced by the prostate gland. Elevated levels can indicate prostate cancer, benign prostate enlargement, or inflammation. Used for prostate cancer screening and monitoring.
• CA-125 (Cancer Antigen 125) [female]: A protein often elevated in ovarian cancer and some other gynaecological conditions. It’s used to help detect and monitor ovarian cancer, though levels can rise in benign conditions too.

Both are important tumour markers for monitoring specific cancers.

Here is what is included in a Thyroid Health check: Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, Free Tri-iodothyronine (FT3), Free Thyroxine (FT4), Anti-Thyroglobulin Antibody (Anti-Tg), Anti-Thyroid Peroxidase, Antibody (Anti-TPO).

Here’s a summary of these thyroid-related tests:

• Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Regulates thyroid gland activity; elevated levels often indicate hypothyroidism, low levels suggest hyperthyroidism.
• Free Tri-iodothyronine (FT3): Active thyroid hormone influencing metabolism and energy; measured to assess thyroid function.
• Free Thyroxine (FT4): Another key thyroid hormone; low or high levels indicate thyroid dysfunction.
• Anti-Thyroglobulin Antibody (Anti-Tg): Autoantibodies targeting thyroglobulin; elevated in autoimmune thyroid diseases.
• Anti-Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody (Anti-TPO): Autoantibodies against thyroid peroxidase enzyme; commonly elevated in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Graves’ disease.

These tests evaluate thyroid health and detect autoimmune thyroid disorders.

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

These tests are part of a urinalysis that evaluates urine composition and helps detect various conditions:

• Bilirubin: Indicates liver function; presence in urine may suggest liver disease or bile duct obstruction.
• Glucose: Normally absent; presence can indicate diabetes or high blood sugar.
• Ketones: Produced during fat breakdown; appear in urine with diabetes, fasting, or starvation.
• Nitrite: Suggests bacterial infection, as some bacteria convert nitrates to nitrites.
• pH: Measures urine acidity; abnormal levels can indicate kidney stones or infections.
• Protein: Normally minimal; elevated levels may indicate kidney disease.
• Red Blood Cells (RBC): Presence suggests bleeding in the urinary tract or kidney issues.
• Urobilinogen: Byproduct of bilirubin breakdown; abnormal levels can indicate liver or hemolytic diseases.
• White Blood Cells (WBC): Indicates infection or inflammation in the urinary tract.

Together, these help diagnose infections, metabolic issues, and kidney or liver problems.