Female Comprehensive Panel

$499

The Male Comprehensive Panel is ideal for:

Anyone who hasn’t had a comprehensive health panel done recently, providing a crucial baseline for tracking health over time.
Men who want a broad and detailed look at their health markers.
Individuals who are managing chronic health conditions and need a clear picture of how their body is responding.
Those focused on proactive health management and optimization.
Individuals who may have a family history of chronic conditions, or simply want to understand their body better.

Female Comprehensive Panel

The Female Comprehensive Panel offers an in-depth look at essential health markers that can help identify early signs of chronic conditions and provide insight into your overall well-being. This panel covers key areas such as metabolic health, cardiovascular health, and hormone levels. This level of comprehensive testing is not always easy to obtain, as many doctors might only check these markers when health issues have already progressed. By being proactive with this panel, you and your healthcare provider can monitor critical health indicators and address potential concerns before they become more serious, giving you greater control over your long-term wellness.

How Often You Should Get It Done

We recommend completing the Female Comprehensive Panel at least yearly, if not every 6 months, to maintain a complete overview of your health and catch any potential issues early.

Full List of Tests in Panel

Nutrition / Metabolism

Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) is an enzyme primarily found in the liver, with smaller amounts in the kidneys, heart, and muscles. It plays a vital role in breaking down proteins and converting them into energy. ALT is released into the bloodstream when the liver is damaged or inflamed. Clinically, ALT is a key biomarker for liver health, as elevated levels often indicate liver injury or disease. Understanding ALT levels helps clinicians diagnose liver disorders, monitor disease progression, and guide treatment decisions.

ALT measurements are useful in diagnosing and managing liver diseases such as viral hepatitis and cirrhosis. ALT activity is generally lower than aspartate aminotransferase (AST) activity and is highest in the liver. Significant ALT elevations occur mainly in liver diseases. ALT is often measured with AST to determine if AST's source is the liver or heart. A normal ALT with elevated AST suggests cardiac disease, while slight ALT elevations can occur with extensive heart muscle damage.

Abnormal ALT Levels

Low ALT: Low ALT levels can result from chronic liver disease, malnutrition, advanced liver cirrhosis, severe vitamin B6 deficiency, or genetic disorders affecting ALT production. Although low ALT levels are less common, they can indicate significant liver damage and require further evaluation.

Symptoms of Low ALT Levels are less common and generally less concerning but can include:

Muscle weakness
Fatigue
Generalized symptoms: Symptoms related to the underlying condition causing low ALT levels.

High ALT: High ALT levels typically signal liver damage or injury, either acute or chronic. Common causes include hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and cirrhosis. Other causes include certain medications (statins, antibiotics, and OTC pain relievers), excessive alcohol consumption, obesity, metabolic disorders like diabetes, and toxin exposure.

ALT levels may also rise temporarily after strenuous exercise or muscle injury, though elevations are more specific to liver injury.

Identifying the cause of elevated ALT is crucial for proper management and treatment, including ruling out drug, alcohol, medication use, and toxin exposure.

Symptoms of Elevated ALT Levels often indicate liver damage or inflammation and can include:

Fatigue: Persistent tiredness and lack of energy
Abdominal discomfort or pain: Especially in the upper right side of the abdomen.
Jaundice: Yellowing of the skin and eyes, indicating bilirubin buildup.
Dark urine: Darker than usual due to bilirubin in the urine.
Pale stools: Stools may be lighter in color, indicating issues with bile production.
Nausea and vomiting: Feeling sick to the stomach or vomiting.
Loss of appetite: Decreased desire to eat, sometimes leading to weight loss.
Swelling: Swelling in the abdomen or legs due to fluid buildup (ascites or edema).
Itchy skin: Generalized itching without an apparent cause.
Bruising or bleeding: Increased tendency to bruise or bleed easily.

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme found in various tissues, especially the liver, bile duct, bones, kidneys, and digestive system. It plays a role in the breakdown of proteins and is important for liver, bile duct, and bone health.

The ALP Test is used to help diagnose and monitor liver and bone disorders and assess treatment efficacy. Elevated levels may indicate liver or bone diseases, while decreased levels can suggest malnutrition or genetic conditions.

Abnormal Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) Levels

Low ALP Levels - Causes

Nutritional deficiencies: zinc or magnesium
Malnutrition or malabsorption: including protein deficiency and celiac disease
Rare genetic conditions: Hypophosphatasia or Wilson's Disease
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
Medications: including oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy)

Low ALP Levels - Symptoms

Low ALP levels do not usually cause symptoms but may indicate underlying conditions, such as:

Fatigue
Bone pain or weakness
Delayed growth in children
Muscle weakness
Numbness or tingling
Seizures (in severe cases)

High ALP Levels - Causes

High ALP levels are generally due to underlying conditions, such as:

Liver diseases: hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver cancer
Biliary obstruction: bile duct obstruction, gallstones
Bone disorders: Paget's disease, bone metastasis, hyperparathyroidism, healing fractures
Other: congestive heart failure, pregnancy, adolescent bone growth
GI Issues: Ulcerative colitis or regional enteritis
Autoimmune liver diseases: primary biliary cirrhosis
Certain cancers: Hodgkin's disease, lymphoma, infiltrative diseases

(sarcoidosis), granulomatous disorders.

Medications: Oral contraceptives, antihypertensives.
Lifestyle factors: Excessive alcohol, obesity, or sedentary lifestyle intake can cause liver damage, raising ALP.

High ALP Levels - Symptoms

High (ALP) may not cause specific symptoms directly. However, the underlying conditions can cause various symptoms, depending on the cause.

Liver disease
Jaundice: Yellowing of the skin and eyes.
Abdominal pain: Particularly in the upper right side.
Fatigue: Persistent tiredness or weakness.
Itching: Generalized itching without a rash.
Bone Disorders
Bone pain: Particularly in the hips, spine, or legs.
Bone deformities: Abnormal bone growth or shape.
Increased fractures: Bones may break more easily.
Swelling or tenderness: In affected bones.
Gallbladder Issues
Abdominal pain: Especially after eating fatty foods.
Nausea or vomiting: Often after meals.
Fever: In cases of infection (cholecystitis).
Other Symptoms
Weakness: General weakness and malaise.
Loss of appetite: Especially with liver-related issues.

Omega

Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) is a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid that is a critical component of the brain, eyes, and other tissues throughout the body. DHA plays a key role in brain development and function, especially in infants and young children. It is also important for maintaining heart health, reducing inflammation, and supporting overall well-being.

The DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) test measures the level of DHA in the blood. This test is often part of a broader fatty acid profile or Omega-3 Index, which assesses the balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the body. The test is used to assess cognitive health, cardiovascular health, prenatal and infant health as well as inflammation and nutritional balance.

Abnormal DHA Levels

Low DHA Levels - Causes

Dietary deficiency: Insufficient intake of DHA-rich foods, such as fatty fish (herring, mackerel, salmon, sardines, or trout), fish oil, walnuts, or fortified foods.
Malabsorption disorders: Conditions like Crohn's disease, celiac disease, or other gastrointestinal issues that impair fat absorption can lead to low DHA levels.
Age: Older adults may have reduced DHA levels due to decreased dietary intake or low conversion from ALA.
Pregnancy and lactation: During pregnancy and breastfeeding, DHA demand increases, and low levels can affect both mother and child.
Lifestyle factors: Stress or heavy drinking could also make it harder for your body to use DHA properly.

Low Levels - Symptoms

Cognitive impairment: Difficulty with memory, focus, and overall cognitive function.
Mood disorders: Increased risk of depression, anxiety, and other mood-related issues.
Poor visual function: Impaired vision, particularly in infants and children.
Developmental delays: Low DHA can lead to delays in learning and behavioral problems in children.
Increased inflammation: Higher susceptibility to inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis or cardiovascular disease.
Dry skin and hair: Reduced skin elasticity and hair quality.

High DHA Levels - Causes

Excessive supplementation: Overconsumption of DHA supplements can lead to abnormally high levels.
A diet rich in DHA: Consuming a large amount of DHA-rich foods (herring, mackerel, salmon, or sardines) or supplements can elevate levels, though this is generally uncommon.
Certain medications: Some medications, like those used for lowering triglycerides, could also contribute to higher DHA levels. Also, high DHA may impact the efficacy of certain medications.

High DHA Levels - Symptoms

Uncommon symptoms: Symptoms of high levels of DHA are generally uncommon, but in some cases, they could include a fishy aftertaste, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, or diarrhea.
Bleeding issues: Excessively high levels can increase the risk of bleeding, particularly in individuals taking blood-thinning medications.
Gastrointestinal issues: Some people may experience nausea, diarrhea, or other digestive problems with high DHA intake.

Cardiovascular Health

Small LDL particles are a subtype of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. These particles are smaller and denser than the typical LDL particles, LDL-P. Because of their size and density, small LDL particles are more likely to penetrate the walls of arteries, where they can get stuck, oxidize, and form plaques. This process increases the risk of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), which can lead to heart attacks and strokes.

This test quantifies Small LDL particle levels and provides insight into cholesterol management and CVD risk. The Small LDL-P marker is usually part of a lipoprotein fractionation NMR test.

Abnormal Small LDL-P Levels

Low Small LDL-P - Causes

Low levels of Small LDL-P are generally not concerning. Rather, they are likely a sign of heart health. However, if your levels are too low, it might be a sign that your body is struggling to get enough nutrients or having trouble processing fats properly. Remember, while it's called "bad cholesterol," your body still needs a certain amount to make hormones and keep your cells strong.

Healthy lifestyle: Eating well and staying active support heart health.
Medications: If diet and lifestyle changes are not enough, medications like statins can also help lower these levels.

Low Small LDL-P Levels - Symptoms

Symptoms of low small LDL levels are not typically noticeable, However, if the low levels are due to malnutrition or poor lipid absorption, one might experience symptoms related to those conditions, such as fatigue, weight loss, or digestive issues.

High Small LDL - Causes

Genetics: A family history of high cholesterol or cardiovascular disease can predispose individuals to higher levels of small LDL particles.
Diet: Diets high in saturated fats, trans fats, and refined carbohydrates can increase the production of small LDL particles.
Insulin resistance and diabetes: These conditions are closely linked with an increased production of small LDL particles.
Obesity: Excess body fat, particularly around the abdomen, is associated with higher small LDL levels.
Low physical activity: A sedentary lifestyle can contribute to higher small LDL particle levels.

High Small LDL - Symptoms

Symptoms of high LDL levels are typically not noticeable on their own. Generally, they only become apparent as part of the broader effects of conditions like heart disease or stroke, which can result from long-term, untreated high cholesterol. These can include chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden numbness, or weakness in limbs.

Hormonal Health

Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) is a glycoprotein produced mainly in the liver that binds to sex hormones, specifically testosterone and estrogen, in the bloodstream. SHBG controls the amount of testosterone and estrogen that is available for the body's tissues to use. When hormones are bound to SHBG, they are inactive and cannot be used by cells. The levels of SHBG can influence the balance of available sex hormones, affecting many bodily processes.

The Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) test measures the level of SHBG in your blood. This test is often used to help diagnose conditions related to abnormal levels of sex hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen. It is particularly useful when total hormone levels are normal, but symptoms of hormone imbalance are present.

Low SHGB Levels

Low SHBG levels have been associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic disorders including metabolic syndrome, as well as some cancers and arthritis in both genders.

Low SHBG - Causes

Obesity
Type 2 diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Cushing’s syndrome
Use of anabolic steroids or androgenic medications
Excessive androgen production (polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), hirsutism, hair loss, and infertility in women).
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)

Low SHBG - Symptoms

Acne
Excessive body or facial hair (hirsutism)
Oily skin
Irregular menstrual cycles (in women)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms
Aggression or mood changes (in men)
Potential symptoms related to excess free estrogen (in women):
Weight gain
Breast tenderness
Menstrual irregularities

High SHGB Levels

Often, higher levels of SHBG are associated with positive health outcomes. For example, elevated SHBG levels have been linked to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes and prostate cancer. However, they are also linked to a higher risk of bone loss and fractures, hypogonadism in males, and hepatic cirrhosis. In some cases, it may be caused by hyperthyroidism, as thyroid hormone stimulates the production and release of SHBG.

High SHBG - Causes

Hyperthyroidism
Hypogonadism
Liver disease (Hepatic cirrhosis)
Hormones: Estrogen (including estrogen therapy or oral contraceptives), thyroid or growth hormones or other growth factors
Pregnancy
Anorexia nervosa
Aging (SHBG levels naturally increase with age)
Certain genetic conditions
Nutritional status

High SHBG - Symptoms

Decreased libido
Erectile dysfunction (in men)
Fatigue
Loss of muscle mass
Osteoporosis or decreased bone density
Mood swings or depression

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Female Comprehensive Panel

Female Comprehensive Panel

How Often You Should Get It Done

Full List of Tests in Panel

Nutrition / Metabolism

Omega

Cardiovascular Health

Hormonal Health

Complete Blood Count

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