Blood Testing in Poland

A fasting glucose test measures the amount of sugar in your blood after not eating overnight, giving a simple snapshot of how your body handles glucose. It is a core screening test for diabetes and prediabetes and is often combined with a lipid panel in metabolic check-ups. At Centrum Medyczne Medix it is run in the on-site laboratory at a low fixed price and is best taken first thing in the morning after fasting.

Full blood count (morfologia) with automated differential measuring red blood cells, white blood cells, haemoglobin, haematocrit, platelets, and white cell subtypes. The most fundamental screening test in laboratory medicine. At 16 PLN (~3.70 EUR) plus 5 PLN collection fee, this is among the cheapest CBCs available in Poland and a fraction of what German labs charge for the identical assay.

A complete blood count, known in Poland as morfologia, measures 22 parameters from a single venous sample — including red cells, white cells, haemoglobin, haematocrit and platelets. It is the most common first-line blood test and gives a broad snapshot of general health, helping flag anaemia, infection or inflammation. At Centrum Medyczne Medix it is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price, with no appointment required during opening hours.

Full blood count (morfologia) with automated differential. Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, haemoglobin, haematocrit, platelets, and white cell differential. The most fundamental screening test in clinical medicine — detects anaemia, infection, inflammation, and blood disorders. At 23 PLN (~€5), this is a fraction of the cost of the same test in Germany or Western Europe.

C-reactive protein (CRP) is a marker the liver releases in response to inflammation, and a quantitative blood test shows how much is present. It is widely used to help gauge whether inflammation or infection may be active and to track how it changes. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the test is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price from a simple venous sample, with results read by a doctor.

Free thyroxine (FT4) is one of the main hormones produced by the thyroid gland, and measuring the unbound, active fraction helps assess how the thyroid is functioning. It is a standard part of thyroid testing, often alongside TSH and FT3, when investigating tiredness, weight change or other thyroid-related symptoms. At Centrum Medyczne Medix it is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price.

The lipidogram is a four-part cholesterol panel measuring total cholesterol, HDL (“good”) cholesterol, LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides from a single venous sample. It is a standard part of cardiovascular and metabolic check-ups and helps build a picture of heart-health risk. At Centrum Medyczne Medix it is processed in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price, and is usually taken after an overnight fast for the most reliable triglyceride reading.

Glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) measurement reflecting average blood glucose control over the preceding 8-12 weeks. The primary monitoring marker for diabetes management and an independent diagnostic criterion for type 2 diabetes. At 38 PLN (~8.80 EUR), a cost-effective way to assess long-term glycaemic status without the variability of single fasting glucose measurements.

Complete lipid profile measuring total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. Essential for cardiovascular risk stratification according to European Society of Cardiology guidelines. At 42 PLN (~9.70 EUR), roughly a third of what German private labs charge for the same four-marker panel.

4th-generation HIV screening test detecting both HIV 1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen simultaneously. The dual-detection approach narrows the diagnostic window compared to older antibody-only assays, providing reliable results from approximately 4-6 weeks after potential exposure. At 45 PLN (~10.40 EUR) plus collection fee.

PSA, or prostate-specific antigen, is a protein produced by the prostate gland, and measuring it in the blood is a common part of prostate health screening for men. It is used both for routine checks and to monitor known prostate conditions over time. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the test is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price from a simple venous sample, with results interpreted by a doctor.

Ferritin is the protein that stores iron in the body, and measuring it gives the best single indication of the body's iron reserves. It is commonly tested when investigating tiredness, hair thinning or suspected iron-deficiency anaemia, and to monitor iron status over time. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the test is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price from a simple venous sample.

HbA1c, or glycated haemoglobin, reflects average blood sugar levels over the previous two to three months rather than a single moment, making it a key test for assessing longer-term glucose control. Unlike a fasting glucose test it does not require an overnight fast. At Centrum Medyczne Medix it is processed in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price and is widely used both to help identify and to monitor diabetes.

Vitamin B12 is essential for healthy nerves and the formation of red blood cells, and a blood test shows whether your levels are adequate. It is often checked when investigating fatigue, tingling, low mood or certain types of anaemia, and is relevant for people on plant-based diets. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the test is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price from a simple venous sample.

A focused blood panel assessing liver function and the bile system through five enzyme and pigment markers. For 55 zł it measures ALP, AST, ALT and GGT enzymes plus bilirubin, the values most often used to screen the liver. It suits people monitoring liver health, those on medication or with lifestyle factors that can affect the liver, and anyone whose earlier results or symptoms prompted a closer look at this organ.

Basic health screening with 4 tests: urinalysis, complete blood morphology, glucose, ALT. Includes free doctor consultation. No referral needed. Promotional 1 PLN for NFZ registrations, standard 58 PLN. Targets individuals who rarely visit doctors or seek affordable preventive care. Blood sample collection at any Jutro Medical clinic.

Kidney function assessment with 7 tests: urinalysis general, sodium, potassium, urea, creatinine, uric acid, total protein. Preventive kidney function screening and early disease detection.

Essential basic health screening analyzing 4 fundamental biomarkers for overall health assessment. Venous blood sample and urine sample. Fasting required (8-12 hours). Results typically within 24-48 hours via online portal with secure access code. Most affordable entry-level health screening suitable for all ages. Current promotion: 30% discount with code BW2025 (final price 43.40 PLN). Biomarkers tested: Cardiovascular - total cholesterol (overall lipid status, cardiovascular risk screening, normal <200 mg/dL); Metabolism - glucose (fasting blood sugar, diabetes screening, normal 70-99 mg/dL); Blood Count - morfologia krwi (complete blood count/CBC with differential including RBC, WBC, hemoglobin, hematocrit, platelets, detecting anemia, infection, inflammation); Kidney/Metabolic - general urine test (badanie ogólne moczu analyzing protein, glucose, ketones, blood, pH, specific gravity, detecting kidney disease, urinary tract infections, diabetes). Panel provides quick, cost-effective snapshot of key health markers. Ideal for: annual health check-ups, establishing baseline health status, monitoring stable chronic conditions, young healthy adults, pre-employment physicals. Does not require physician consultation or referral. Online booking available at 700+ ALAB collection points nationwide including 10 Krakow locations. Weekend hours available at select sites. Preparation: fast 8-12 hours, avoid caffeine 2-3 days prior, bring morning first-void urine sample. Results delivered securely online with interpretation guidelines.

4th-generation HIV antigen/antibody combination test detecting both HIV 1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen. Reliable from 6 weeks after potential exposure. At 62 PLN (~€14), roughly half the price of equivalent tests in German labs.

Complete lipid profile measuring total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides. Essential for cardiovascular risk assessment. At 64 PLN (~€15), significantly cheaper than equivalent panels in Germany where the same profile costs €30–50 through private labs.

Targeted anaemia investigation panel combining a complete blood count with iron and ferritin measurement. Differentiates iron-deficiency anaemia from other causes and detects depleted iron stores before overt anaemia develops. At 65 PLN (~15 EUR) plus collection fee, a focused and affordable workup for the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide.

Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D measurement — the standard biomarker for assessing total vitamin D status from both dietary intake and sun exposure. At 70 PLN (~16.20 EUR), substantially cheaper than German private labs where the same assay typically costs 30-50 EUR. Essential screening at northern latitudes where UV-B exposure is insufficient for cutaneous synthesis for half the year.

An entry-level preventive blood screen that gives a quick overall picture of general health. It bundles a complete blood count, ESR (sedimentation rate), total cholesterol, a general urinalysis and fasting glucose into one fixed 70 zł package, collected at Pramed's al. Wyzwolenia point and analysed via ALAB laboratoria. It suits people due for a routine check, preparing for a consultation or simply wanting a baseline, and is the most affordable starting panel in the clinic's range.

Diabetes and metabolic screening with fasting glucose, HbA1c, insulin, and HOMA-IR index. The HOMA-IR calculation quantifies insulin resistance — a precursor to type 2 diabetes that standard glucose-only screening misses. At 79 PLN (~€18) for the HOMA-IR package.