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Metabolic health blood test

Metabolic health is a crucial pillar of healthspan. Understand and optimise key markers of your metabolic health with this test - including HbA1c, cholesterol, hs-CRP, liver health and kidney function.
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  • Test arrives in 1-2 working days
  • Results in as little as 48 hours
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Comprehensive insight into your metabolic health

Gain a deep understanding of your metabolic health, which plays a crucial role in day-to-day and long-term health, and understand which factors are within your control to change. Measure 19 key biomarkers of metabolic health - including HbA1c, HDL and LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, hs-CRP, creatinine and a full liver profile.

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Feel your best day-to-day, get advance warning of chronic disease, and live healthier for longer with Thriva's in-depth biomarker analysis. Get personalised, research-backed optimisation recommendations from our doctors - based on your results and geared specifically towards your age, sex, health goals, diet, activity levels, family history and more. Track your progress over time with detailed trend charts. 82%of Thriva users improve their health by their second blood test.

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What's covered in this blood test?

CRP (high sensitivity)

High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) is an inflammation marker. Elevated levels can indicate inflammation, often linked to metabolic issues like insulin resistance, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. Monitoring hs-CRP helps in early detection and management of metabolic health risks.  
This affects:
Long Term Health
Mood
Sleep
Weight

HbA1c (blood sugar)

Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is important for metabolic health as it provides a long-term snapshot of blood sugar levels. High HbA1c levels can signify poor glucose control, increasing risks for complications like diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome.
This affects:
Energy
Long Term Health
Sleep
Weight

Liver profile

The liver is a metabolic powerhouse involved in nutrient processing, detoxification, and hormone regulation - and your liver health can have a big impact on your overall metabolic health. This test measures 7 key markers of liver health including bilirubin, alanine transferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and Gamma-GT (GGT).
This affects:
Energy
Fitness
Long Term Health
Mood
Sleep
Weight

Cholesterol profile

Cholesterol is vital for cell membrane integrity, hormone synthesis, and nutrient absorption. However, imbalanced levels - particularly high LDL and low HDL - can indicate metabolic dysfunction and increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
This affects:
Long Term Health

Creatinine (kidney function)

Creatinine is a marker of kidney function. Poor kidney function can have downstream effects on metabolism, impacting waste removal and electrolyte balance, which can in turn affect cardiovascular health.
This affects:
Energy
Long Term Health

Ferritin

Ferritin is a protein that stores iron and releases it when needed. While not directly a metabolic marker, high ferritin levels can indicate inflammation or liver dysfunction - conditions that affect metabolic health.
This affects:
Energy
Fitness
Long Term Health
Sleep

How it works

Do your test

Your kit arrives in 2-4 days. Find out how to collect your sample at home.

Get fast, accurate results

Free post your sample to our lab and get your results in as little as 48 hours. Access your GP-reviewed report in your results dashboard.

Support your metabolic & long-term health

Our doctors give you evidence-based advice to help you improve or maintain your health.

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