Blood Testing in Australia

Measures prostate-specific antigen — the primary screening marker for prostate conditions including prostate cancer, the most common cancer in Australian men (approximately 1 in 6 lifetime risk). PSA is produced exclusively by prostate tissue, and elevated levels can indicate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or prostatitis. While not diagnostic alone, PSA provides the data point that triggers further investigation when elevated.

Measures the length of telomeres — protective caps on the ends of chromosomes that shorten with each cell division and serve as a biomarker of biological ageing. Shorter telomeres are associated with accelerated ageing, increased disease risk, and reduced cellular repair capacity. This test compares your biological age to your chronological age, providing a data point for tracking the impact of lifestyle interventions on ageing at the cellular level.

A single-marker total testosterone measurement — the most commonly requested individual hormone test. Provides a baseline reading of this essential hormone that affects energy, mood, muscle mass, libido, and body composition in both men and women. While total testosterone alone does not tell the full story (SHBG and free testosterone add context), it is a practical and affordable starting point for anyone suspecting hormonal changes.

Measures TPO antibodies (anti-thyroid peroxidase) and thyroglobulin antibodies — the markers that detect autoimmune thyroid disease, most commonly Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Thyroid antibodies can be elevated for years or decades before TSH becomes abnormal, making this test the earliest possible detection method for the most common cause of hypothyroidism in Australia. Essential for anyone with thyroid symptoms but 'normal' TSH, or family history of thyroid disease.

High-accuracy liquid chromatography mass spectrometry testing for Oestradiol and Testosterone.

Stool test to detect gut inflammation using calprotectin levels.

Stool test to detect active Helicobacter pylori infection.

An expanded vitamin D assessment that goes beyond the basic 25-OH D measurement to include related markers that provide context for bone health, calcium metabolism, and immune function. Covers 12 biomarkers for a more complete picture of how vitamin D is functioning in your body — not just whether levels are adequate but how they interact with calcium, phosphate, and parathyroid hormone regulation.

Comprehensive parasite test using stool sample to detect various gut parasites and bacteria.

Comprehensive 9-marker hormone panel: testosterone, E2, prolactin, progesterone, FSH, LH, DHEAS, cortisol, IGF-1/GH.

Core heavy metal screening: Lead, Aluminum, Mercury levels.

Screens for coeliac disease by measuring tissue transglutaminase (tTG) antibodies — the primary blood marker for this autoimmune condition triggered by gluten. Coeliac disease affects approximately 1 in 70 Australians, with an estimated 80% remaining undiagnosed. Symptoms extend far beyond digestive complaints to include fatigue, iron deficiency, brain fog, skin rashes, joint pain, and unexplained weight loss.

Ovarian reserve testing - Anti-Mullerian Hormone for fertility assessment.

7-marker hormone panel covering testosterone, estradiol, progesterone, LH, FSH, SHBG, and cortisol for both men and women.

An IgG-based food sensitivity screen that measures your immune system's reaction to common food proteins. Unlike IgE allergy testing (which detects immediate allergic reactions), IgG testing identifies delayed food sensitivities that can cause symptoms hours or days after eating — making them difficult to identify through elimination alone. Covers common trigger foods and provides data to guide targeted dietary adjustments.

Comprehensive thyroid function and antibodies test to assess thyroid health and detect autoimmune disorders.

Saliva test to assess hormones influencing sleep patterns.

Measures the four most clinically significant B vitamins — B1 (thiamine), B6 (pyridoxine), B9 (folate), and B12 (cobalamin). B vitamins are water-soluble cofactors essential for energy production, nerve function, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation. Deficiency in any one causes overlapping symptoms of fatigue, cognitive impairment, and neurological dysfunction, making targeted testing valuable for identifying which specific vitamin needs attention.

A 14-marker panel evaluating kidney function, liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar in a single blood draw — the standard metabolic snapshot used worldwide. Covers sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, urea, creatinine, eGFR, glucose, total protein, albumin, bilirubin, ALP, ALT, and calcium. Provides the baseline organ function data that more specialised panels build upon.

Enhanced health check including FBC/ESR, liver/kidney function, lipids, glucose, magnesium, CRP plus vitamin D and HbA1c for diabetes screening.

Extends the standard Check Up with vitamin D and HbA1c — two markers increasingly recognised as essential for longevity screening. Vitamin D deficiency is common in Australia despite the climate, affecting bone health, immune function, and mood. HbA1c provides a 3-month average of blood sugar levels, offering earlier detection of pre-diabetes than fasting glucose alone.

Essential health panel at $129 — an affordable entry point for key biomarker testing without a GP referral.

Assesses kidney filtration function and electrolyte balance — the minerals that govern nerve conduction, muscle contraction, heart rhythm, and fluid balance. Covers creatinine, eGFR, urea, sodium, potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate. Chronic kidney disease affects 1 in 10 Australians and is almost entirely asymptomatic until advanced stages, making regular screening the only reliable detection method.

A cardiovascular risk panel measuring total cholesterol, HDL (protective), LDL (atherogenic), non-HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and cholesterol ratios. Goes beyond a simple total cholesterol number to assess the lipoprotein patterns that actually predict heart disease risk — the ratio of HDL to total cholesterol and triglyceride-to-HDL ratio are stronger predictors than LDL alone.