Wellwoman Health Check

Blood Test Biomarkers

The Wellwoman blood test evaluates the following biomarkers:

Full Blood Count

• Haematocrit: The proportion of red blood cells in the blood can indicate whether a person is anaemic or dehydrated.
• Haemoglobin: The protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body.
• MCH: The average amount of haemoglobin in each red blood cell.
• MCHC: The average concentration of haemoglobin in each red blood cell.
• MCV: The average size of red blood cells, which can help diagnose specific types of anaemia.
• Red cell count: A count of red blood cells in the blood, indicating whether a person is anaemic.

• Basophils: A white blood cell that plays a role in the body's immune response to allergies.
• Eosinophils: A white blood cell that plays a role in the body's immune response to allergies and parasitic infections.
• Lymphocytes: A white blood cell that plays a key role in the body's immune system, fighting viral infections and cancers.
• Monocytes: A white blood cell that plays a role in the immune system by engulfing and digesting foreign particles, such as bacteria and viruses.
• MPV: The average size of platelets in the blood can indicate whether a person is at risk of bleeding or clotting disorders.
• Neutrophils: A white blood cell that fights bacterial infections.
• Platelet count: The total number of platelets in the blood responsible for clotting and preventing bleeding.
• White cell count: A count of the total number of white blood cells in the blood, which can indicate infection or inflammation in the body.

Heart health profile

• HDL and LDL cholesterol: HDL (good) and LDL (bad) cholesterol are measured to assess cholesterol levels, and their ratios.
• Triglycerides: a measure of the actual fat in your blood.
• High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP): A biomarker used to measure inflammation levels in the body. It aids in assessing the risk of cardiovascular disease and provides valuable information for preventive strategies.

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Kidney health

• Creatinine: A waste product produced by muscles from creatine. It helps assess kidney function and muscle health. The biomarker indicates creatinine levels, aiding in detecting and monitoring kidney diseases and evaluating renal function.
• Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): A calculation of kidney function by measuring the rate at which the kidneys filter blood. The biomarker assesses renal function, helps diagnose and monitor kidney disease, and guides medication dosing.
• Albumin: An albumin blood test is used to check your general health and to see how well your liver and kidneys are working. If your liver is damaged or you're not well nourished, your liver may not make enough albumin. If your kidneys are damaged, they may let too much albumin leave your body in urine.
• Calcium: A calcium blood test measures the amount of calcium in your blood. If there is too much or too little calcium in the blood, it may be a sign of a wide range of medical conditions, such as bone disease, thyroid disease, parathyroid disorders, kidney disease, and other conditions.
• Chloride: To help evaluate kidney function and acid-base status
• Phosphate: A phosphate in blood test is often used with other tests to help diagnose and/or monitor: Kidney disease, especially chronic kidney disease. High phosphate levels are a common sign that the kidneys aren't working well to get rid of extra phosphate in the blood.
• Potassium: Used to monitor or diagnose conditions related to abnormal potassium levels. These conditions include kidney disease, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
• Sodium: A sodium blood test measures the level of sodium in your blood. Abnormal sodium levels may indicate a kidney problem or other disorder.
• Urea: The test measures the amount of urea nitrogen in your blood. Urea nitrogen is a waste product that your kidneys remove from your blood. Higher than normal levels may be a sign that your kidneys aren't working well.

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Liver health profile

• Albumin: A protein the liver produces that helps transport substances in the blood. Low levels can indicate liver damage or disease.
• Bilirubin: A yellowish pigment produced during the breakdown of red blood cells. High levels can indicate liver disease or a blocked bile duct.
• Gamma-GT (GGT): An enzyme in the liver that is elevated in people with liver disease, heavy drinkers, and those taking certain medications.
• Liver enzymes: Proteins released by the liver during cellular processes. They help assess liver function and detect liver damage or diseases. The biomarker indicates levels of specific enzymes like ALT, AST, and ALP, aiding in diagnosing liver conditions and monitoring treatment response.

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Diabetes

• HbA1c: A form of haemoglobin chemically modified by binding glucose molecules. The HbA1c level can be expressed as a percentage of total haemoglobin.
• Glucose: Vital energy source for the body. Raised glucose levels can indicate insulin resistance or poor diabetic control in an existing diabetic.

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Metabolic Syndrome

• HbA1c: A form of haemoglobin chemically modified by binding glucose molecules. The HbA1c level can be expressed as a percentage of total haemoglobin.
• High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP): A biomarker used to measure inflammation levels in the body. It aids in assessing the risk of cardiovascular disease and provides valuable information for preventive strategies.

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Nutritional Health

• Albumin
• Calcium
• Folic acid
• Vitamin B12
• Vitamin D

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Iron

• Ferritin: A biomarker reflecting iron levels in the body. The test measures ferritin levels to diagnose iron deficiency or excess, monitor treatment, and evaluate conditions like anaemia and liver disease.

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Infection and inflammation

• High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP): A biomarker used to measure inflammation levels in the body. It aids in assessing the risk of cardiovascular disease and provides valuable information for preventive strategies.
• Albumin
• Ferritin

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Bone Health

• Alkaline phosphatase (ALP): An enzyme found in the liver and bone. Elevated levels can indicate liver disease or bone-related conditions.
• Calcium: Essential mineral for bone health and bodily functions. Calcium test measures blood levels to assess bone health and nerve/muscle function and detect disorders.
• Phosphate: An inorganic chemical compound containing phosphorus. It plays a crucial role in biological processes such as energy transfer, DNA synthesis, and cell signaling. The biomarker indicates phosphate levels and can help assess metabolic disorders and bone health.
• Vitamin D: A vital fat-soluble vitamin that supports bone, muscle, and immune system health. Our bodies process Vitamin D when exposed to sunlight. We obtain vitamin D by consumption of specific foods and or supplements.

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Thyroid Health

• Triiodothyronine (FT3) is a thyroid hormone that regulates your body's energy. This test ensures that your body is processing your free thyroxine (T4) properly.
• Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH): A hormone that regulates the release of hormones from your thyroid. This test can check for hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
• Free thyroxine (FT4): The main hormone produced by your thyroid that regulates the energy your body uses. Free T4 measures the amount of T4 that's available for your body to use. This test can help check for hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
• Ant-Tg test detects and measures the presence of anti-thyroglobulin antibodies. It helps diagnose autoimmune thyroid diseases and predict future thyroid dysfunction.
• The Anti-TPO test measures the level of antibodies against thyroid peroxidase enzyme. It helps diagnose autoimmune thyroid diseases and predict future thyroid dysfunction.

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Pituitary and Adrenal Health

• Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH): A hormone that regulates the release of hormones from your thyroid. This test can check for hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.

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Urinalysis

• Urinalysis: Information on hydration status, kidney function, and potential infections or abnormalities. Maintaining proper hydration and kidney function is important for overall health and performance. The test assess urine for levels of Bilirubin, Glucose, Ketones, Nitrate, pH, Protein, Red Blood Cells, Urobilinogen and White blood Cells.

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Tumour Associated Markers

• CA-125: A biomarker protein found in the blood. It's primarily used to monitor ovarian cancer, aid in diagnosis, track treatment response, and detect recurrence. Elevated levels can indicate cancer presence or other conditions, but it's not specific enough for a definitive diagnosis.