Longevity Baseline Blood Panel

Comprehensive baseline blood diagnostics covering HbA1c, liver and kidney function, lipid panels, and ECG as part of the HEAL longevity research study at Alexandra Hospital. Results inform a personalised preventive care plan delivered by a multidisciplinary clinical team.

The Longevity Baseline Blood Panel at Alexandra Hospital's Healthy Longevity Research Clinic forms the cornerstone of the HEAL (Health Enhancing Active Living) research programme. Designed for adults aged 35 and above, this comprehensive diagnostic assessment provides a detailed snapshot of metabolic, cardiovascular, and organ health — the key pillars that determine biological age and long-term disease risk. The standard baseline panel includes HbA1c (a marker of average blood glucose and diabetes risk), a full lipid panel (total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides), liver function tests (ALT, AST, bilirubin, albumin), kidney function tests (creatinine, eGFR, urea), and an electrocardiogram (ECG) to assess cardiac rhythm and electrical activity. Together these biomarkers create a robust metabolic baseline against which future health changes can be tracked. Optional research assessments extend the diagnostic depth significantly. Gut microbiome profiling analyses the diversity and composition of intestinal bacteria, which are increasingly linked to immune function, inflammation, and metabolic health. Epigenetic age testing uses DNA methylation patterns to calculate biological age independent of chronological age — a powerful indicator of cellular health and longevity trajectory. Skin autofluorescence testing measures advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) accumulated in the skin, a non-invasive marker of long-term glycaemic exposure and oxidative stress. Each participant receives a personalised report interpreting these findings in the context of their individual health history, lifestyle, and risk factors. The multidisciplinary team — comprising physicians, nurses, exercise physiologists, and medical technologists — translates data into concrete, actionable care plans emphasising physical activity, dietary modification, and risk factor management. Follow-up visits at defined intervals track progress against baseline and refine interventions over the 12-month programme. As a public-sector NUHS-affiliated service, the clinic brings research-grade longevity diagnostics to a wider population at more accessible pricing than private longevity clinics, while maintaining rigorous clinical and scientific standards.