Peptide Therapy Baseline Panel
The labs to have in hand before starting a peptide protocol, and the set to repeat while on one. A complete blood count with differential, comprehensive metabolic panel, and lipid panel cover blood counts, kidney and liver function, and cholesterol; ApoB and Lipoprotein(a) sharpen the cardiovascular picture; fasting glucose, hemoglobin A1c and fasting insulin measure insulin resistance; hs-CRP tracks inflammation; TSH with free T4 and free T3 checks the thyroid; and vitamin D, B12 and folate round out the nutrients that affect energy and recovery. Fasting draw (8–12 hours) recommended.
Tests included
48
Specimen draws
1 visit
Turnaround time
24–72 hours
Savings
$518
What this panel includes
48 clinical-grade tests · All tests run from a single specimen draw
Glucose
Measures blood sugar levels to screen for diabetes, monitor diabetes management, and evaluate hypoglycemia.
Hemoglobin A1C
Reflects average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. Used to diagnose and monitor diabetes.
Insulin
Hormone that regulates blood sugar. Used to diagnose insulin resistance, diabetes, and pancreatic tumors.
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
Counts the particles that actually deposit cholesterol in artery walls (LDL, VLDL and Lp(a) each carry one ApoB). A more direct read on cardiovascular risk than LDL cholesterol alone.
Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]
A cholesterol-carrying particle set largely by genetics that raises heart attack and stroke risk independently of LDL. Diet and exercise barely move it, so it usually needs measuring only once.
hs-CRP (High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)
Inflammation marker used to assess cardiovascular disease risk and monitor inflammatory conditions.
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
Primary screening test for thyroid function. Detects hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
Free T4
Measures unbound, active thyroxine hormone. Used with TSH to evaluate thyroid function.
Free T3
Measures active thyroid hormone. Helps diagnose hyperthyroidism and monitor thyroid treatment.
Vitamin D 25-Hydroxy
Measures vitamin D status. Important for bone health, immune function, and linked to many health conditions when deficient.
Vitamin B12
Essential vitamin for nerve function and red blood cell production. Deficiency causes anemia and neurological problems.
Folate
B vitamin essential for cell division and DNA synthesis. Critical during pregnancy to prevent birth defects.
WBC
White blood cell count — the body’s infection-fighting cells.
RBC
Red blood cell count — the cells that carry oxygen.
HGB
Hemoglobin — the oxygen-carrying protein inside red blood cells.
HCT
Hematocrit — the share of blood volume made up of red blood cells.
MCV
Mean corpuscular volume — the average size of a red blood cell.
MCH
Mean corpuscular hemoglobin — average hemoglobin per red blood cell.
MCHC
Mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration — hemoglobin relative to cell size.
RDW
Red cell distribution width — how much red blood cell size varies.
PLT
Platelet count — the cell fragments responsible for clotting.
MPV
Mean platelet volume — the average size of a platelet.
%NEU
Neutrophils as a percentage of white blood cells.
%LYM
Lymphocytes as a percentage of white blood cells.
%MONO
Monocytes as a percentage of white blood cells.
%EOS
Eosinophils as a percentage of white blood cells.
%BASO
Basophils as a percentage of white blood cells.
NEU
Absolute neutrophil count.
LYM
Absolute lymphocyte count.
MONO
Absolute monocyte count.
EOS
Absolute eosinophil count.
BASO
Absolute basophil count.
Albumin
Measures the main protein made by the liver. Used to assess liver and kidney function and nutritional status.
Alkaline Phosphatase
Enzyme found in liver, bone, and other tissues. Used to detect liver disease and bone disorders.
ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase)
Liver enzyme that is elevated when liver cells are damaged. Primary marker for liver disease.
AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase)
Enzyme found in liver, heart, and muscles. Elevated levels may indicate liver or heart damage.
Bicarbonate (CO2)
Measures carbon dioxide in blood to assess acid-base balance and respiratory function.
BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen)
Measures waste product from protein metabolism. Used to evaluate kidney function and hydration status.
Calcium
Essential mineral for bone health, muscle function, nerve transmission, and blood clotting.
Chloride
Electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance and acid-base balance in the body.
Creatinine
A waste product from muscle metabolism. Primary marker for assessing kidney function.
Potassium
Critical electrolyte for heart function, muscle contractions, and nerve signals. Important for patients on certain medications.
Sodium
Essential electrolyte that regulates fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contractions.
Total Bilirubin
Measures bile pigment to assess liver function and diagnose jaundice or bile duct problems.
Total Protein (Serum)
Measures albumin and globulin proteins in blood. Helps evaluate liver, kidney function and nutritional health.
HDL Cholesterol
High-density lipoprotein or "good" cholesterol that helps remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream.
Total Cholesterol
Measures all cholesterol in blood. Used to assess cardiovascular disease risk.
Triglycerides
Type of fat in blood. Elevated levels increase risk of heart disease and pancreatitis.
How to prepare
- 1
Bring a valid photo ID to your appointment
- 2
Follow any fasting instructions before your visit
- 3
Plan for a 15–30 minute visit