Sport-Check — Athletic Performance Panel

Comprehensive sports panel with 20+ markers: CBC, HbA1c, amino acids, CRP, iron, ferritin, vitamin D, zinc, TSH, liver values, and apolipoprotein B. At €200.00, one of the most thorough athletic health screens available in Saxony.

This panel is designed for athletes who want a deep understanding of their metabolic, nutritional, and inflammatory status. The 20+ biomarker panel goes beyond standard sports profiles by including amino acid analysis — a specialised test that reveals protein metabolism efficiency, neurotransmitter precursor status, and potential metabolic bottlenecks affecting recovery and performance. Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) is a more accurate cardiovascular risk marker than LDL cholesterol alone. Each atherogenic lipoprotein particle carries exactly one ApoB molecule, making it a direct count of potentially dangerous particles — including the small dense LDL particles missed by standard lipid panels. For athletes who typically have favorable lipid profiles, ApoB provides additional discrimination of residual cardiovascular risk. The full blood count detects exercise-induced anaemia from haemolysis, gastrointestinal microbleeding, or iron depletion. Ferritin confirms iron stores — the most commonly depleted nutrient in endurance athletes. Vitamin D and zinc support immune function and are lost through sweat during training. CRP measures systemic inflammation, helping distinguish physiological training adaptation from pathological overtraining or subclinical infection. HbA1c provides metabolic context and screens for glucose dysregulation in athletes consuming high-carbohydrate diets. Liver function tests contextualise the transaminase elevations common in athletes — post-exercise GOT/GPT elevation is normal and transient, but persistent elevation warrants investigation. TSH screens for thyroid dysfunction presenting as unexplained fatigue or performance decline. The 30-minute appointment includes a consultation to discuss results interpretation in the context of training load and goals.