Blood test for men’s health in Dublin

Men’s Health Test

This comprehensive blood test provides men with essential insights into their overall wellness.

Gain the information you need to proactively manage your health. Covering vital areas such as hormone balance, heart health, and risk factors for conditions like diabetes, this test package is designed to support you in making informed health decisions and working towards a healthier future.
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Before Taking the Test

Sample Type: Blood & Urine
Age: 18+
Collection Method: In person
Results: 2 business days

Preparation: Fast for at least 12 hours (only water is allowed) before sample collection. If you’re taking a biotin supplement (often labeled as vitamin B7, B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R), wait at least 72 hours from your last dose before providing a sample, as biotin can affect test results.

Why Choose This Test

Heart Health

Heart disease remains a leading health risk for men (47% of mens), contributing significantly to early mortality. Early testing can help identify risk factors, promoting a proactive approach to heart health. ¹

Impact of Your Lifestyle on Your Health

Many health conditions and lifestyle habits, including diabetes, obesity, a poor diet, lack of physical activity, and excessive alcohol consumption, can elevate heart disease risk. Regular testing can help you understand and manage these risks. ¹

Testosterone Level

Testosterone naturally declines with age, which is normal, but sometimes low levels can lead to symptoms like reduced energy, lower libido, or muscle weakness. Testing for testosterone levels can help identify if low levels are affecting your wellbeing. ²

What’s Should I Check

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

This panel evaluates core components of your blood, giving insights into how well your metabolism, liver, and kidneys are functioning. The CMP measures glucose levels, electrolytes, waste products, and enzymes to help detect potential conditions like diabetes, kidney issues, liver inflammation, and electrolyte imbalances.

Note: while a CMP may provide indirect clues about thyroid health, it does not directly measure thyroid function. Consider adding a thyroid-specific test, like the TSH test (or the Thyroid Health Blood Test Package), for a full thyroid health assessment.

  • Chloride
  • Globulin, Total
  • Calcium
  • Alkaline Phosphatase
  • Bilirubin
  • Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)
  • Sodium
  • Potassium
  • Glucose
  • Total Protein
  • Albumin
  • Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
  • Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
  • Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)
  • Creatinine
  • BUN/Creatinine Ratio
  • Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR)

Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test

A CBC test assesses the composition of your blood, including red and white blood cells (RBC, WBC) and platelets. It provides a comprehensive overview that can help detect conditions such as anemia, infection, inflammation, and blood disorders. This test includes a differential count of each type of white blood cell (neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, basophils, and eosinophils), offering valuable insights into your immune and overall health.

Note: A CBC test can help indicate potential health issues, but it doesn’t diagnose specific illnesses on its own. Further testing and medical consultation may be needed to determine the underlying cause of abnormal results.

  • Red Blood Count
  • White Blood Count
  • Hemoglobin
  • Hematocrit
  • Platelet Count
  • Immature Granulocytes
  • Monocytes
  • Lymphs
  • Neutrophils
  • Immature Cells
  • Eosinophils
  • Basophils
  • Mean Corpuscular Volume
  • Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin
  • Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration
  • Red Cell Distribution Width
  • Immature Granulocytes (Absolute)

Urine Analysis Test

This test evaluates urine for signs of kidney function issues, infections, urinary tract infections (UTI), or metabolic disorders, like diabetes. By examining levels of glucose, protein, and other components, a urinalysis can aid in identifying underlying health issues.

Note: that this test is not intended for drug screening or pregnancy detection.

  • Nitrite (Urine)
  • Occult Blood
  • Ketones
  • Protein (Urine)
  • pH
  • Specific Gravity
  • Urobilinogen
  • Urine Appearance
  • Urine Color
  • WBC (white blood cell) Esterase
  • Red Blood Count
  • White Blood Count
  • Epithelial Cells (Non Renal)
  • Epithelial Cells (Renal)

Cholesterol and Lipid Panel Test

Taking care of your heart health starts with knowing your cholesterol and lipid levels. This test measures both LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, as well as triglycerides, to give you a complete picture of your cardiovascular health. High levels of LDL cholesterol, often called “bad” cholesterol, can accumulate in the walls of your arteries, leading to plaque buildup. Over time, this buildup can narrow your arteries, reducing blood flow and increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular conditions.

Conversely, HDL, or “good” cholesterol, helps remove LDL cholesterol from your bloodstream, reducing the risk of arterial blockages. Since high cholesterol levels typically present no symptoms, testing is essential for proactive heart care. By knowing your cholesterol numbers, you can make informed decisions to support a healthy heart and reduce long-term health risks.

  • Total Cholesterol
  • Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL ) Cholesterol
  • Very Low-Density Lipoprotein (VLDL) Cholesterol
  • High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol
  • Triglycerides

Diabetes Risk (HbA1c) Test

This test helps assess whether diabetes could be a potential issue for you.

The HbA1c (hemoglobin A1c) test measures average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months, offering a broader picture than a one-time glucose test. Elevated HbA1c levels may signal prediabetes or diabetes, conditions that can have serious long-term impacts on organs, including the cardiovascular system, kidneys, and eyes.

  • Hemoglobin A1c

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Test

Your testosterone levels play a significant role in your health, affecting areas like muscle mass, bone density, energy levels, and libido. This testosterone blood test can determine if your testosterone levels align with the expected range for your age, providing insights into factors that may impact your health.

Explore our Comprehensive Testosterone Test to gain a more detailed understanding of your testosterone status, including measurements of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), albumin, and both total and free testosterone levels.

  • Total Testosterone

References

(1). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Men and Heart Disease. Centers for Disease Control website. Reviewed October 14, 2022. Accessed November 9, 2022. https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/about/men-and-heart-disease.html

(2). Endocrine Society. Landmark Study Defines Normal Ranges for Testosterone Levels. Endocrine Society website. January 10, 2017. Accessed November 9, 2022. https://www.endocrine.org/news-and-advocacy/news-room/2017/landmark-study-defines-normal-ranges-for-testosterone-levels

(3). Mayo Clinic Health System. Men’s health: Checkups, screenings key. Published June 29, 2022. Accessed September 8, 2023. https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/mens-health-checkups-and-screenings-are-key

Popular Questions

FAQ list that we hope will help answer some of the more common queries

What are common blood tests for men?

Routine blood tests for men’s health typically include blood checks on a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), complete blood count (CBC), diabetes risk (HbA1c), lipid panel, and urine analysis. These blood and urine tests screen for a range of health conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes, which can help with the early detection and management of various health issues.

In addition to these, other screenings recommended for men include those for:

  • Colon cancer
  • Prostate cancer ³

While these are not part of this package, you can explore our “PSA Prostate Cancer Screening Test” and “ColoFIT Colon Cancer Home Collection Test” for more information.

How often should men get this blood panel?

To support early detection, establish a health baseline, and monitor changes over time, it’s generally recommended for men to take this health panel annually. Regular yearly testing allows you and your healthcare provider to track important health indicators and identify any potential issues early. However, your doctor may suggest more frequent testing based on individual health factors or specific concerns.

How long does the testing process take?

Once your blood sample is taken, your sample package will be securely couriered to our laboratory within 1-8 hours on business days or with 24-48 if samples taken on weekends. Once your sample reaches the lab, your results may be available online that day* and definitely within two business day.

How accurate are my results?

Folacare partners with some of the most prominent INAB-certified labs in the country that conduct specialty testing. These labs perform regular quality assurance testing and are the same labs many doctors, GPs and HSE hospitals use to perform their testing. If you want to find out more about their validation processes, please email us at info@iksanika.com

What is cut off age for taking blood sample?

You must be at least 18 years of age and under 75 years to give a blood sample.

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