Included Biomarkers
Full Blood Count
Haemoglobin
Haematocrit
Red Cell Count
Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH)
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)
Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW)
Platelets
Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)
White Cell Count
Neutrophils
Lymphocytes
Monocytes
Heart
Total Cholesterol
LDL Cholesterol
HDL Cholesterol
Total Cholesterol / HDL Cholesterol Ratio
Triglycerides
Apolipoprotein A-I
Apolipoprotein B
Apolipoprotein B / A-I Ratio
High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein
Cardiovascular Risk Score
Kidney Health
Creatinine
eGFR
Calcium (Adjusted)
Chloride
Magnesium
Phosphate
Potassium
Sodium
Urea
Uric Acid
Liver Health
Alanine Aminotransferase
Alkaline Phosphatase
Aspartate Transferase
Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase
Total Bilirubin
Albumin
Ferritin
Iron Status
Iron
Ferritin
Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
Transferrin
Transferrin Saturation
Muscle & Joint Health
Creatine Kinase
Creatine Kinase-MB
Myoglobin
Nutritional Health
Total Antioxidant Status
Folic Acid
Vitamin B12
Vitamin D
Thyroid Health
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Tri-iodothyronine (FT3), Free
Thyroxine (FT4), Free
Male Hormonal Health
Testosterone
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)
Free Androgen Index
Female Hormonal Health
Luteinising Hormone
Testosterone
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)
Free Androgen Index
Bone Health
Alkaline Phosphatase
Calcium (Adjusted)
Phosphate
Vitamin D
Stress Health
Cortisol
DHEA-S
Diabetes Health
Glucose
HbA1c
Infection & Inflammation
C-Reactive Protein
Urinalysis
Bilirubin
Glucose
Ketones
Nitrite
pH
Protein
Red Blood Cells
Urobilinogen
White Blood Cells
Common Reasons to Get a Sport Performance and Recovery Test
- To assess oxygen delivery and endurance capacity
Full Blood Count parameters like haemoglobin, haematocrit, and red cell indices show how efficiently oxygen is carried to muscles — critical for stamina and performance. - To monitor cardiovascular health and inflammation
Lipid panel, ApoB/ApoA-I ratio, and hs-CRP help identify hidden cardiovascular risk, even in fit individuals. This is especially important in high-intensity sports. - To check muscle breakdown and recovery status
Biomarkers like creatine kinase (CK), myoglobin, and CK-MB indicate muscle stress or injury. Tracking them helps optimise rest periods and avoid overtraining. - To evaluate nutrition and supplement needs
Vitamin D, B12, folic acid, antioxidants, and iron status affect energy, immunity, and overall performance. Deficiencies are common in athletes with restricted diets.
- To understand hormone balance and training impact
Testosterone, cortisol, SHBG, LH, and DHEA-S levels reflect stress, strength potential, and endocrine health — guiding both training load and recovery protocols. - To assess kidney, liver, thyroid & bone health under physical stress
Organs and systems work harder under intense training. This test ensures they’re coping well and can signal early signs of imbalance or dysfunction. - To screen for overtraining syndrome or chronic fatigue
Multiple combined markers (CRP, cortisol, CK, WBC) can suggest systemic stress, inflammation or poor recovery — key for preventing long-term fatigue or injury.
Popular Questions
FAQ list that we hope will help answer some of the more common queries
Do I need to stop taking my supplements or medications before the test?
No, you should not discontinue any of your current medications or supplements. Instead make sure to include your medication and supplement history in any questionnaires that may be included at Folacare clinic. If you have questions about a specific medication, please email info@iksanika.com and we’ll gladly answer any questions.
Is the Food Sensitivity test suitable for children?
At this time, we do not currently offer testing to minors because we aren’t able to irrefutably validate the guardianship of that minor. Folacare and our Doctor’s Network take these matters very seriously and as a result, we cannot offer our testing for anyone under the age of 18.
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 one/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 16 years of age and under 75 years to give a blood sample.
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