Weight Loss / GLP-1 Profile Plus - (£190)

The Weight Loss / GLP-1 Profile Plus is an advanced health assessment designed for individuals using or planning to use GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss or diabetes management. These medications, while effective, can influence vitamin levels, liver enzymes, thyroid hormones, and kidney function. This enhanced panel provides a deeper insight into your overall metabolic and nutritional status by including additional markers such as Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, and Leptin — ensuring your weight loss journey remains safe, balanced, and medically supervised.

Who is this test for?
This profile is ideal for individuals who:
– Are using or preparing to start GLP-1-based treatments such as semaglutide, liraglutide, or tirzepatide.
– Want to monitor the internal health effects of weight loss and medication use.
– Are managing obesity, metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, or type 2 diabetes.
– Wish to check for nutritional deficiencies, especially Vitamin D or B12, during weight reduction.
– Are looking to track hormonal, metabolic, and organ health while following a structured or medically guided programme.

What can be detected?

Vitamin and Nutrient Status:
– Vitamin B12: Essential for energy, red blood cell production, and nerve health; may decrease due to dietary restriction or medication use.
– Vitamin D (25-OH): Supports bone strength, immunity, and metabolic regulation.
– Leptin: A hormone that controls appetite and fat metabolism; imbalances can affect weight management outcomes.

Glucose and Metabolic Function:
– HbA1c: Measures average blood sugar levels over the last 2–3 months; vital for monitoring insulin sensitivity and diabetes risk.

Liver and Pancreatic Function:
– ALT, AST, Gamma-GT, Bilirubin: Assess liver enzyme activity and detect inflammation or liver stress.
– Amylase, Lipase: Evaluate pancreatic health and help detect signs of pancreatic inflammation.

Kidney Health:
– Urea, Creatinine, Uric Acid, eGFR: Measure kidney efficiency and waste filtration performance.

Thyroid Function:
– Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) and Free Thyroxine (FT4): Evaluate thyroid regulation of metabolism and energy balance.

Lipid and Cardiovascular Health:
– Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides: Provide a detailed picture of heart health and fat metabolism.

Blood Health:
– Full Blood Count (FBC): Analyses red and white blood cells and platelets to assess overall health, immunity, and oxygen-carrying capacity.

Fasting requirements
Fasting for 8–12 hours is recommended to ensure accurate glucose and lipid measurements. Only water is allowed during this period.