TODO: introduction — why markers matter and how to use this guide.
Table of contents
Open Table of contents
Markers at a glance
| Marker | Group | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| Haemoglobin (Hb) | Full blood count | Oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells |
| ALT | Liver function | Enzyme released when liver cells are damaged |
| eGFR | Kidney function | Estimate of how well the kidneys filter |
| LDL cholesterol | Cholesterol and lipids | “Bad” cholesterol carried in the blood |
| Vitamin D | Hormones and vitamins | Vitamin D level, linked to bone health |
Full blood count
TODO: haemoglobin, red and white cells, platelets.
| Marker | Short name | Typical range | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haemoglobin | Hb | TODO | NHS: blood tests |
| White blood cell count | WBC | TODO | TODO link |
| Platelets | PLT | TODO | TODO link |
Liver function
TODO: ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, albumin.
Kidney function
TODO: creatinine, eGFR, urea.
| Marker | Unit | Typical range | What a high result can mean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creatinine | µmol/L | TODO | TODO |
| eGFR | mL/min/1.73m² | TODO | TODO |
| Urea | mmol/L | TODO | TODO |
Cholesterol and lipids
TODO: total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides.
Hormones and vitamins
TODO: thyroid, vitamin D, B12, ferritin.
Which tests include which markers
| Test | Markers included | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODO: test name | Full blood count, Liver | TODO | Compare kits |
| TODO: test name | Kidney, Cholesterol | TODO | Compare kits |
| TODO: test name | Vitamin D | TODO | Compare kits |