Weight Loss / GLP-1 Profile LIS Code: NW-13
Monitor your liver, kidney, thyroid, and metabolic health with the Weight Loss / GLP-1 Profile at Vitalync Diagnosis. Ideal for individuals using GLP-1 medications or pursuing weight management.
What's included in this profile
- An enzyme found mainly in the liver
- Raised levels can indicate liver inflammation or damage
- Commonly checked alongside AST to assess liver health
- An enzyme produced by the pancreas and salivary glands
- Helps digest carbohydrates
- Raised levels can indicate pancreatitis or other pancreatic issues
- An enzyme found in the liver, heart and muscles
- Raised levels can suggest liver or muscle damage
- Used alongside ALT to help pinpoint the cause of liver stress
- A waste product from normal muscle breakdown, filtered by the kidneys
- Raised levels can indicate reduced kidney function
- Used to calculate eGFR (estimated kidney filtration rate)
- The active, unbound form of the main thyroid hormone T4
- Checked alongside TSH to assess thyroid function
- Helps confirm an over or underactive thyroid
- Measures red cells, white cells and platelets
- A foundational test for overall health, anaemia and infection
- The 'Differential' breaks white cells down by specific type
- An enzyme sensitive to liver and bile duct problems
- Often raised with alcohol intake or bile flow issues
- Helps confirm whether a raised ALP is liverrelated
- Often called 'good' cholesterol
- Helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream
- Higher levels are generally protective for heart health
- Reflects average blood sugar levels over the past 23 months
- The main test used to diagnose and monitor diabetes
- Not affected by what you ate that day, unlike glucose
- Often called 'bad' cholesterol
- Can build up in artery walls, raising heart disease risk
- A key target for lifestyle or treatment intervention
- An enzyme produced by the pancreas to help digest fats
- A more specific marker than amylase for pancreatic problems
- Raised levels often indicate pancreatitis
- The pituitary hormone that signals the thyroid to produce T3/T4
- The primary firstline test for thyroid function
- Raised or low levels suggest an underactive or overactive thyroid
- A breakdown product of old red blood cells, processed by the liver
- Raised levels can cause jaundice (yellowing of skin/eyes)
- Helps assess liver function and red cell turnover
- The overall amount of cholesterol in the blood
- A key marker for cardiovascular risk
- Interpreted alongside HDL, LDL and triglycerides
- A type of fat found in the blood, from food and the liver
- Raised levels are linked to heart disease and metabolic conditions
- Affected by diet, alcohol and blood sugar control
- A waste product from protein breakdown, filtered by the kidneys
- Raised levels can indicate reduced kidney function or dehydration
- Interpreted alongside creatinine for a fuller picture
- A waste product from the breakdown of purines in food and cells
- Raised levels are linked to gout and kidney stones
- Also checked as part of general metabolic screening
- An estimate of how well the kidneys are filtering blood
- Calculated from creatinine, age and sex
- The key measure used to stage kidney function
About this profile
The Weight Loss / GLP-1 Profile is a comprehensive blood test designed to monitor the effects of GLP-1 receptor agonist treatments and track overall metabolic health during weight loss. GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide are effective for weight management and type 2 diabetes, but safe use requires regular monitoring of liver, kidney, thyroid, and cardiovascular health. This test is also beneficial for individuals following non-medicated weight loss programmes who wish to understand their body’s internal response to lifestyle changes.
Who is this test for?
This profile is suitable for individuals who:
– Are currently using or planning to start GLP-1-based medications for weight loss or diabetes management.
– Want to monitor their metabolic and organ health during a weight loss programme.
– Are managing obesity, pre-diabetes, or type 2 diabetes.
– Experience symptoms like fatigue, slow metabolism, or unexplained weight changes.
– Wish to track progress during medically supervised or lifestyle-driven weight loss.
What can be detected?
Blood Sugar and Metabolic Health:
– HbA1c: Provides an average of blood glucose levels over the last 2–3 months, important for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes.
Liver and Pancreatic Health:
– Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (Gamma-GT): Evaluate liver inflammation or injury.
– Total Bilirubin: Monitors liver and bile duct function.
– Amylase and Lipase: Assess pancreatic enzyme levels for signs of inflammation or stress.
Kidney Function:
– Urea, Creatinine, Uric Acid: Indicate kidney performance and waste filtration efficiency.
– eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate): Measures overall kidney function.
Thyroid Function:
– Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) and Free Thyroxine (FT4): Evaluate thyroid activity, which impacts metabolism, weight, and energy.
Lipid and Cardiovascular Health:
– Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good Cholesterol), LDL (Bad Cholesterol), Triglycerides: Assess heart health and fat metabolism.
Blood Health:
– Full Blood Count (FBC): Evaluates red and white blood cells and platelets, identifying anemia or immune system changes during weight loss.
Fasting requirements
Fasting for 8–12 hours is recommended for accurate glucose and lipid results. Only water is permitted during the fasting period.
