Blood Testing in Czechia

HIV antibody and antigen screening test.

Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides.

A nine-biomarker metabolic snapshot assessing blood glucose regulation, insulin production, kidney function, and liver health in a single fasting draw. At PKBH Olomouc, HbA1c is quantified by high-performance liquid chromatography on the Tosoh G8 analyser — the gold-standard method used in clinical trials — giving a precise three-month average blood glucose that point-of-care glucometers cannot replicate. C-peptide (a proxy for endogenous insulin production) distinguishes insulin resistance from deficiency. Walk-in, no referral needed, results by end of day.

Hepatitis C antibody screening. 3,000 CZK deposit for confirmation if reactive.

Targeted health screening panel designed for women over 30 years old.

25-hydroxy vitamin D blood level.

An Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) blood test that measures a woman's remaining ovarian reserve — the number of viable eggs available in the ovaries. Available at 710 Kč via cz.unilabs.online, collected at any Prague Unilabs collection point, with results within 2–4 business days. AMH is produced directly by growing ovarian follicles and is the most accurate single blood marker for ovarian reserve: higher levels indicate more follicles remaining, while declining AMH signals diminishing egg count as natural fertility decreases with age. The test can be taken at any point in the menstrual cycle. Normal AMH varies significantly with age: 2–2.5 ng/mL is the reference midpoint; healthy women under 30 typically fall in the 1.2–9 ng/mL range; over 30, the reference range is 0.4–6.5 ng/mL. Very high values may indicate polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Rated 4.85/5 from 171 reviews.

An Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) blood test measuring a woman's remaining ovarian reserve. Available at 710 Kč via cz.unilabs.online, collected at any Prague collection point, with results within 2 business days. AMH is produced directly by growing ovarian follicles and is the most accurate single blood marker for ovarian reserve. Can be taken at any point in the menstrual cycle. Normal AMH: under 30 years = 1.2–9 ng/mL; over 30 years = 0.4–6.5 ng/mL. Very high values may indicate PCOS. Rated 4.85/5 from 171 reviews.

Iron studies including serum iron, ferritin, TIBC, transferrin saturation.

HIV antibody screening test. 3,000 CZK deposit required for confirmatory testing if reactive.

Essential blood count and basic metabolic panel for general health assessment.

IFCOR's Lyme Disease Antibody Screen detects both IgM and IgG antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi — the bacterial pathogen transmitted by tick bites — using recombinant antigen-based serology. IgM antibodies appear 2–4 weeks after infection and indicate recent or active infection; IgG antibodies develop 4–8 weeks after infection and can persist for years, indicating past exposure. The Czech Republic is one of the highest-incidence Lyme disease regions in Europe due to its forested landscape and high Ixodes ricinus tick density, making this test a routine consideration after tick bites or unexplained flu-like symptoms, joint pain, or neurological symptoms in summer and autumn. Results are available the next business day without fasting.

The Hepatitis A+B panel screens for antibodies to hepatitis A and hepatitis B viruses using a single blood draw. It tells you whether you have been exposed or vaccinated, which can guide personal health decisions. Priced at 784 CZK, it’s a quick way for travelers, healthcare workers, or anyone needing proof of immunity to assess viral exposure.

Serum iron, ferritin, TIBC for iron status.

PREVEDIG medical's Lipid Panel measures the full spectrum of cardiovascular lipid risk markers from a single fasting venous blood draw: triglycerides, total cholesterol, HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, Apolipoprotein A1, Apolipoprotein B, and Lipoprotein(a). This is a comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessment panel that goes substantially beyond the 'total cholesterol only' test still offered by many Czech GP practices. Apolipoprotein B is an independent cardiovascular risk marker increasingly recognised as more predictive than LDL alone, while Lipoprotein(a) — a genetically determined risk factor — is measured by fewer than half of Czech laboratories but is included as standard at PREVEDIG. Results are processed at the ISO 15189-accredited Bohnice laboratory and are available within one working day.

VIDIA DIAGNOSTIKA's Základní soubor (Basic Blood Panel) is the standard starting point for a broad health check in the Czech Republic. The panel covers 19 key biochemical markers spanning kidney function, liver enzymes, electrolytes, lipids, inflammatory markers and blood glucose — giving a clinically meaningful overview of metabolic health in a single fasting blood draw. At VIDIA's accredited central laboratory in Praha 9, samples are processed under ČIA-certified quality protocols with results returned to the secure patient portal at vysledky.vidia-diagnostika.cz.

Blood chemistry panel including glucose, electrolytes, kidney and liver function.

A two-tier Lyme disease serology screen covering Anti-Borrelia burgdorferi IgG and IgM antibodies by ELISA — the first line of the CDC/EUCALB two-tier testing algorithm for Lyme borreliosis. PKBH Olomouc offers this self-pay without a referral, with results same or next working day. If the ELISA is positive or equivocal, confirmatory IgG and IgM Western blot tests are available at the same laboratory, completing the two-tier protocol without changing provider.

N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide for heart failure assessment.

PREVEDIG medical's Diabetology Panel assesses glucose metabolism through multiple complementary markers: fasting plasma glucose, HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin), C-peptide (fasting), and insulin. Fasting glucose identifies acute hyperglycaemia; HbA1c reflects average blood sugar control over the preceding 8–12 weeks, making it the gold standard for diabetes diagnosis and long-term management monitoring; C-peptide distinguishes insulin-deficiency states (Type 1 diabetes, late-stage Type 2) from insulin resistance; and fasting insulin combined with glucose allows calculation of the HOMA-IR index, the most accessible surrogate marker for insulin resistance. PREVEDIG also performs the oral glucose tolerance test (oGTT), a 2.5-hour in-clinic assessment for diagnosing diabetes and gestational diabetes that is available by appointment. All marker analysis is performed on ISO 15189-accredited automated platforms at the central laboratory.

A blood test measuring total prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and free PSA, with calculation of the free-to-total ratio. PSA is a protein made by the prostate; raised total PSA can be associated with prostate conditions including cancer, but is not specific on its own. Adding free PSA and the ratio helps interpret a borderline total PSA — a lower proportion of free PSA is associated with higher prostate-cancer risk, which can help decide whether further investigation is needed. At Onkologie Bona Dea the test is used within the oncologist's individualised risk assessment, typically for men aged 45 and over.

Bacterial culture and sensitivity testing for infection diagnosis.

Comprehensive metabolic and organ function panel covering 18 analyses: blood count, glucose, CRP, full lipid panel, liver enzymes, kidney function, minerals, thyroid TSH, pancreatic amylase, and urinalysis with albumin-creatinine ratio. At 975 CZK (~39 EUR), this is a thorough annual screen at a fraction of German pricing.

Comprehensive women's health screening covering blood count, glucose, CRP, full lipid panel, liver enzymes, kidney function, minerals, total protein, amylase, and urinalysis with ACR. Designed for women over 30 as a thorough annual health baseline. At 975 CZK (~39 EUR).