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Testing General Health
Thinking of making a lifestyle change? Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, gain muscle, cut back on alcohol, eat more healthily, reduce stress, or simply feel better overall—getting a blood test can be a powerful first step.
A General Health Blood Test gives you a clear picture of how your body is functioning right now. It looks at key biomarkers linked to vital organs such as your liver, kidneys, and blood health, along with markers for cholesterol, and more. This gives you a solid benchmark before making any changes, and helps identify areas of concern that might need attention.
Starting a wellness journey can be tough—especially when you’re trying to overhaul multiple habits at once. That’s why it’s often more successful to start with small, manageable changes. The beauty is, one positive step often leads to another. For instance, choosing healthier meals may improve your energy levels, which in turn can make exercise feel more achievable. That improved movement can boost your mood, support better sleep, and reduce stress. The benefits start to stack up.
Tracking progress isn’t just about looking better or stepping on the scales—what’s happening inside your body matters just as much. By repeating your blood test four months into your new routine, you can see tangible improvements in your health markers. Lower cholesterol, improved liver function, or reduced inflammation can be clear signs that your lifestyle changes are paying off—even if the changes aren’t immediately visible from the outside.
This test is especially helpful if you’re cutting down or quitting alcohol. Many people don’t realise how much their regular drinking affects liver health, kidney function, blood sugar balance, and even cholesterol. Taking a blood test before and after stopping drinking can be a motivating way to see how your body bounces back, and can help you stay committed to a healthier path.
In short, a General Health Blood Test is more than just numbers on a page—it’s a guide, a motivator, and a reflection of your inner progress. If you’re ready to take control of your health, let your blood be part of the story.
How often should I have a General Health Blood Test?
We recommend testing your blood for kidney, liver, diabetes, and cholesterol health for a routine check yearly.
Our Nurses visit your Home or Work to take your blood.
Pick a time and date to suit you.
Your results are available online within days of your blood being taken.
Other Questions
- Family history of gallstones
- Drinking excess alcohol
- Taken performance enhancing drugs
- Eating disorders
- Family history of liver disease
- Irregular heartbeat
- Chronic fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Reduction in urination
- Overweight
- Family history of heart disease
- Regular smoker
- Persistent thirst
- Increase in urination
- Dry mouth
- Itchy skin
- Pain or numbness in hands
This blood test is to check on:
- FBCs
- Cholesterol
- Kidney function
- Liver health
- Gout Risk
- Minerals
For best results (if medically suitable) it is advisable to fast (water is allowed) 12 hours prior to the test.
Collection method: Venous blood
Results available: 1-2 days days after the sample has reached the laboratory.
Cholesterol
Your liver makes cholesterol and can be found in many foods you eat such as dairy, meats and fish.
There are two main types of cholesterol: HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) and LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein).
Triglycerides
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body. They come from foods we eat (such as dairy, meat,oils) or made by our liver.
Any excess calories your body doesn’t need straight away is converted into Triglycerides and stored in your fat cells to be used when needed for energy.
LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein)
LDL is known as the bad cholesterol as it can block up our blood vessels causing them to narrow. Sometimes a clot can form and get stuck in these narrow vessels leading to a heart attack.
HDL (High Density Lipoprotein)
HDL is known as the good cholesterol as it helps remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream. Higher levels of HDL are associated with lower risk of heart disease.
Non-HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) Cholesterol
Non-HDL cholesterol is your total cholesterol minus your HDL. The higher the number of the Non-HDL cholesterol may be indicative that you could be at higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Creatinine
Creatinine is usually passed out through urine. It is a breakdown of waste products made from the muscles.
A high level may be indicative of a kidney problem, however this does depend on muscle mass. Usually if a high muscle mass the creatinine may be higher. If levels are low it could be due to a low protein diet or reduced muscle mass.
Uric Acid
Uric acid is a normal waste product found in the body usually excreted through urine. If levels are too high in the blood may be indicative of gout.
Urea
Urea is usually passed out through urine. It is a waste product from the breakdown of amino acids found in proteins.
Higher than normal levels may be indicative of a kidney problem, low levels may be indicative of dehydration.
Potassium
Potassium is an essential mineral and electrolyte that plays a key role in many of your body’s most important functions. It helps regulate fluid balance, nerve signals, and muscle contractions — including those of the heart.
Sodium
A sodium blood test measures the amount of sodium in your blood and is commonly used to assess your hydration status, kidney function, and electrolyte balance. It’s a key biomarker in evaluating how well your body is managing fluid levels.
Calcium
A calcium blood test measures the level of calcium in your blood — a mineral that’s essential for healthy bones and teeth, muscle function, nerve transmission, and heart rhythm.
Phosphate
Phosphate, blood tests refers to the measurement of inorganic phosphate levels in the blood, which helps assess how well your body is managing minerals essential for bone health, energy production, and cell function.
Total Bilirubin
Bilirubin is the end product of the breakdown of red blood cells (haemoglobin) It is produced in bone marrow cells and the liver.
The blood test measures the amount of bilirubin in your blood.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)
Aspartate Aminotransferase known as AST— is a liver enzyme and is used to assess liver health, but it’s also found in other tissues like the heart and muscles. Elevated AST levels can indicate liver damage, but may also rise due to heart or muscle injury — so it’s often interpreted alongside ALT for a clearer picture of liver function.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
Alkaline Phosphatase known commonly as ALP is an enzyme mainly found in the liver, kidneys, bones and digestive system.
The test measures the ALP in your blood.
Alanine Transaminase (ALT)
Alanine Transaminase known as ALT is an enzyme most commonly found in the liver. Damaged liver cells release ALT into the bloodstream.
The test measures the amount of ALT in the blood.
Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT)
Gamma-glutamyl transferase commonly known as GGT is an enzyme found throughout the body however most commonly found in the liver.
The test will measure the amount of GGT in the blood.
Total Protein
Proteins are important building blocks for the health and growth of the body’s cells and tissues.
A total protein test measures the amount of albumin and globulin in your body.
Albumin
Albumin also known as ALB is a protein made by your liver. Albumin is used to carry hormones, vitamins and enzymes around the body and keep fluid in your bloodstream to avoid leaking into other tissues.
Globulin
Globulins are a serum protein needed for our growth and development and overall health. They are produced in the liver and immune system. Different proteins make up the globulin family and many bind with haemoglobin in the blood and some are involved in the transportation of metals such as iron whilst others are part of the immune system to help fight infections.
Full Blood Count (FBC)
A full blood count will measure the red and white blood cells along with platelets in your blood. The results give a good indication to general health and may detect certain conditions such as anaemia, infection or clotting disorders.
Red Blood Cells (RBC): Carry oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. Low levels may indicate anaemia.
Haemoglobin (Hb): The protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. Low haemoglobin can cause fatigue, weakness, or breathlessness.
Hematocrit (HCT): Measures how much of your blood is made up of red blood cells. It helps assess hydration levels and anaemia.
White Blood Cells (WBC): Help fight infection. Raised or lowered levels can point to infections, inflammation, immune conditions, or bone marrow problems.
Platelets (PLT): Essential for blood clotting. Abnormal platelet levels may affect how your blood clots and could signal bleeding disorders or other medical conditions.
Mean Cell Volume (MCV): Shows the average size of your red blood cells. Helps identify the type of anaemia you may have.
Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH) & Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Show how much haemoglobin is in each red blood cell, helping further pinpoint anaemia type.
Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW): Indicates variation in red blood cell size—useful in diagnosing different forms of anaemia.
Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, Basophils (WBC Subtypes): These white cell types help narrow down the cause of an immune response, such as infection, allergies, or inflammation.
How it Works
1. Order a Test
Order your test, and then Answer the Questions about why you’re taking that test.
Our nurse will contact you for dates, so they can take your blood sample at your home.
Our nurse will then send your sample to our laboratory.
2. Our laboratory team run the tests
Our skilled laboratory staff conduct your blood tests in a clean and secure environment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Each test follows strict protocols to maintain the highest quality standards.
3. Receive Your Results within 7 days
We will email you to inform you that your blood test results are ready.
The email will have a PDF report attached, sent directly to your inbox.
4. Monitor your levels over time
With regular ongoing tests and reports, you can track your results. The reports can be shared with your GP.
Check if you’re improving healthily or where changes could be made.
