This advanced test checks your overall health and provides insights into your risk of conditions that could impact your future wellness. It covers 38 biomarkers, including diabetes risk, iron status, cholesterol levels, inflammation, and liver and kidney function. It also includes a full blood count, which helps detect issues such as anaemia, infection, and inflammation. Your results may highlight areas of your health where you can make improvements ā often with diet and lifestyle changes.
Do you want a routine blood test that covers the main organs and body systems, such as your blood, liver, and kidney health?
If you have some risk factors for heart disease or diabetes or if you are experiencing symptoms, our routine haematology and biochemistry profile is for you.
Our Essential Blood Test is a comprehensive, quick, and reassuring way of assessing your current state of health. Ten of the markers included in this test are required for the Levine Phenotypic Biological Age test.
Our essential profile contains many of the tests your doctor would order. We've carefully selected these markers to give you insights into your health and well-being. We've included standard haematology and biochemistry profiles to cover your bodily systems, including a full blood count (FBC), kidney function, liver health, cholesterol, diabetes, iron status, and inflammation (CRP).
With your results, this test allows you to optimise health factors that you can change through diet and lifestyle, meaning that you can be proactive about your health. It's also helpful if you're experiencing general symptoms and would like a routine blood test to investigate them.
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Cholesterol serves as a crucial lipid in the body, playing vital roles such as constructing cell membranes and synthesizing essential hormones like testosterone and estradiol. It originates from both liver production and dietary intake. While total cholesterol encompasses various cholesterol types, its primary constituents are HDL (high-density lipoprotein), known for its heart-protective qualities, and LDL (low-density lipoprotein), associated with cardiovascular risks when elevated. However, total cholesterol alone provides limited insights into heart disease risk. Factors like HDL and LDL levels, and the proportion of protective HDL cholesterol, are more significant. A detailed breakdown of cholesterol components is provided in the following profile.
LDL cholesterol, comprising lipids and proteins, facilitates the transportation of cholesterol, triglycerides, and fats throughout the body. Elevated LDL levels, commonly referred to as 'bad cholesterol,' can lead to the accumulation of fatty deposits in artery walls, potentially contributing to atherosclerosis and heart disease.
Non-HDL cholesterol encompasses all non-protective and potentially harmful cholesterol types present in the blood, not just LDL. It includes VLDL (very low-density lipoproteins) and other lipoproteins deemed more detrimental than LDL. Calculated by deducting HDL cholesterol from total cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol serves as a superior marker for cardiovascular risk, with a recommended level below 4 mmol/L.
HDL cholesterol, known as 'good cholesterol,' aids in removing cholesterol from the bloodstream and transporting it to the liver for breakdown and elimination via bile.
The cholesterol/HDL ratio, obtained by dividing total cholesterol by HDL cholesterol, offers insights into cardiovascular risk, particularly the proportion of beneficial HDL. Risk assessment tools utilize this ratio, such as QRisk, to gauge the likelihood of a heart attack.
Triglycerides, circulating fats, are generated from excess calories and stored in cells as fat, later released for energy utilization.
Platelets, the smallest blood cells, are crucial for clot formation, aiding in stopping bleeding when injuries occur.
Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) measures the average platelet size, providing insights into bone marrow platelet production.
Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) offers a longer-term glucose level indication than standard blood glucose tests, reflecting average blood sugar levels over a 3-month period. Elevated levels signal diabetes or increased diabetes risk, associated with various complications such as heart disease, kidney disease, and eye problems.
Uric acid, a byproduct of purine breakdown, can accumulate in bodily tissues as crystals, leading to gout when levels are too high to excrete efficiently.
High Sensitivity CRP (CRP-hs) detects low-level inflammation, potentially damaging blood vessels and increasing heart attack or stroke risks.
Iron, vital for life, is integral to haemoglobin production, facilitating oxygen transport. Serum iron, transient and influenced by recent diet, is assessed alongside other iron status markers.
Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) measures the body's efficiency in iron transport through the blood.
This test assesses the extent to which transferrin, the major iron-binding blood protein, is saturated with iron.
Ferritin stores excess iron in cells and tissues, serving as an indicator of iron reserves.
Urea, a waste product from protein breakdown, reflects liver and kidney function, as both organs filter it from the blood for excretion.
Creatinine, a waste product of muscle metabolism, serves as an indicator of kidney function and overall waste product levels in the body.
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) estimates kidney function by calculating blood filtration through glomeruli, the tiny kidney filters.
Bilirubin, a product of red blood cell breakdown, is excreted by the liver and gives rise to urine and fecal coloration. Elevated levels can indicate liver or bile duct issues.
Alkaline phosphatase (ALP), predominantly found in the liver and bones, indicates liver, gallbladder, or bone diseases when elevated.
Alanine transferase (ALT), primarily in the liver, serves as a marker for liver inflammation or damage, caused by various factors like alcohol, fatty liver, drugs, or viruses.
Gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), elevated in liver and bile duct diseases, aids in differentiating between bone and liver disorders. It's also indicative of long-term alcohol abuse in many cases.
Total protein comprises albumin and globulin, crucial for blood vessel integrity, nutrient transport, and immune function. Deviations may suggest malnutrition or liver/kidney disorders.
Albumin, prImarily synthesized in the liver, regulates blood osmotic pressure, nutrient transport, and tissue healing. It also aids in hormone and medication transportation.
Globulin encompasses various proteins crucial for immune function, iron transport, and antibody production.
Haemoglobin, present in red blood cells, facilitates oxygen transport and gives blood its red hue, serving as a measure of oxygen-carrying capacity.
Haematocrit measures the volume of blood occupied by red blood cells, indicating oxygen-carrying capacity.
Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count quantifies the number of red blood cells, essential for oxygen transport and carbon dioxide removal.
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) indicates average red blood cell size, vital for assessing oxygen transport efficiency.
Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH) measures average haemoglobin content per red blood cell.
Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC) reflects haemoglobin concentration in red blood cells.
Red blood cell distribution width (RDW) assesses red blood cell size uniformity, identifying potential blood disorders.
White Blood Cell (WBC) Count quantifies white blood cells, integral to immune defense against infections.
Neutrophils, abundant white blood cells, initiate the body's initial response to infections, aiding in germ eradication.
Lymphocytes, crucial for bacterial and viral infection defense, include various cells like T cells, B cells, and natural killer cells, producing antibodies and memory cells.
Monocytes engulf and eliminate germs and dead cells, contributing to inflammation resolution.
Eosinophils counter parasitic infections and regulate inflammation, with implications in allergy and asthma.
Basophils defend against bacteria and parasites, also playing roles in allergic reactions.
Prepare for your Blood Test by following these instructions. Take this test when any symptoms of short-term illness have settled. Avoid heavy exercise for 48 hours beforehand. Avoid fatty foods for eight hours before your test, you do not need to fast. Do not take biotin supplements for two days before this test, discuss this with your doctor if it is prescribed.
Uncover and reduce your biological age with our DNA and Epigenetic Test. Rejuvenate your mind and body by reversing the signs of cellular aging.
Gain Insight into Your Health: Identify potential risks and minimize their impact.
Unlock insights into your body's response to different foods and supplement combinations.
The long-standing view that you inherited your genes are set in stone is wrong! Cutting-edge research shows that your genes react to your environment and experiences. Simple changes to the way we live can have a powerful impact how your genes are expressed, and how they effect your health.
Finally learn how your DNA shapes your unique health needs.
Think of your body as a piano. Your genes (DNA) as the keys, your life is the song thatās being played, and epigenetics are the fingers striking the keys to play your lifeās song.
When playing the piano, lifestyle behaviors materially affect whether or not a key is played and the outcome of the intended song.
THAT'S YOUR SONG
What your genetic health report will tell you
Caffeine Sensitivity Genetic Bone Mineral Density Genetic Obesity Genetic Type 2 Diabetes Genetic Hypertension Genetic Infection (Cold/Flu)
Likelihood to Snack
Fat Distribution
Yoyo Diet Response
Lactose Intolerance Risk
Carbohydrates
Saturated Fats
Unsaturated Fats
Protein
Sugar Response
Sweet Taste
Bitter Taste
Metabolic Rate
Exercise Effect on Weight
Muscle Power
Muscle Stamina
Power to Weight
Anaerobic Threshold
Lean Body Mass
O2 Usage / VO2 Max
Recovery
Muscle Mass
Inflammation
Vitamin A
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
Vitamin D
Iron
Magnesium
Potassium
Sodium
Folate
Omega-3
Calcium
Choline
BCAAs
Choline
Glutamine
Creatine
Genetic Beta
Arginine
Different areas of our body age at different rates. Discover how your body is aging and what you can do about it.
Your biological age is a true reflection of your inner health and can vary from your chronological age. Discover your true age and find out ways to improve it so your inner self stays youthful.
Where you are and what you need to do to improve your healthspan
Biological age
Eye age
Hearing age
Memory age
Inflamation
Physical health
Diet
Vitamin needs
Stress
Sleep
Anti-aging
Risk of injury
Mental health
Gut health
Heart health
Immunity
Eye health
Skin health
Muscle health
General health
Detailed insights across 20 categories of health, giving you the best understanding of your long-term health.
Health and wellness recomendations for every area of your health, including food, supplements and exercise.
Track your epigenetic age over time and how your efforts are postively impacting your lifespan.
We have partnered with Muhdo to bring you the most comprehensive Epigenetic Test in the UK.
Muhdo is at the forefront of epigenetic science. Using progressive Epigenetic testing, their advanced bioinformatics calculates your exact age, and their experts recommend ways to improve your health based on your results.
A personalised workout plan that is aligned to your DNA. Your workout schedule is available in our handy app. You can even choose which health objective you want to achieve and the dynamic platform will adapt if you change your mind.
The simple path to knowing your genetic results for imporived wellness and overall health
Return your saliva sample to us
Your DNA sample is analyised by our epigenetics experts
Your Epigenetic report is generated
View your results on the Muhdo mobile app
Ongoing help and suport is available from the dedicated DNA and Epigenetics experts
Browse through some of our most commonly asked questions below.
No. Whilst some Epigentic tests require a blood sample, our DNA & Epigenetics test is taken from a simple at-home saliva sample.
Our test is delivered in two parts; one for the DNA results and another for the Epigenetic results. The DNA results are typically delivered within X weeks, while the Epigenetics results take a bit longer and are delivered in Y weeks.
By taking an epigenetic and DNA re-test every year or two, you can track your biological age over time, allowing you to see the effects of changes you've made to diet or exercise.
No, DNA tests will not diagnose specific health issues. However, by taking a proactive approach and gaining a deeper understanding of your genetic makeup and its relation to health risks, you will be able to make lifestyle changes and achieve better health and wellbeing. This test offers valuable insights into your overall well-being, shedding light on how lifestyle adjustments can have a positive influence on your health.
No, there is free delivery on orders from Longevity Box on all orders over Ā£35. We ship the sample pack to you which includes a prepaid returns label for your sample to be sent to our lab.
DNA methylation expression is a process that regulates gene activity by adding or removing chemical groups called methyl groups to DNA. These modifications can turn genes "on" or "off" by affecting their accessibility to cellular machinery. Methylation influences cell specialization, development, and bodily functions. It is studied to understand its impact on biology and health, including diseases like cancer. In summary, DNA methylation expression controls gene activity through chemical modifications, shaping development and impacting biological processes.
