When you're comparing health packages, the biggest number on the page can easily grab your attention.
Not Just 79 tests. 95 tests. 130 tests.
But the better question isn't simply, “How many tests am I getting?” It's:
Which areas of my health are actually being checked?
Profiles such as CBC, liver function and lipid testing contain several individual measurements. So a large parameter count alone doesn't tell you whether the package matches your needs.
6 health areas worth comparing
1. Blood counts
CBC measures components including red cells, white cells, haemoglobin and platelets.
2. Blood sugar
Glucose-related testing can provide information about how your body is handling blood sugar.
3. Cholesterol & lipids
A lipid profile commonly measures cholesterol fractions and triglycerides.
4. Liver health
Liver panels contain several markers that are interpreted together with your clinical context.
5. Kidney health
Markers such as creatinine and urea may form part of a kidney-function assessment.
6. Vitamins
Vitamin testing can be useful when relevant to your symptoms, diet, history or clinician's advice.
Need only a specific test?
A large package isn't automatically the right choice. If you've been advised to check only a particular marker, an individual test may be more appropriate.
