Longevity.haus
Labor 28 Berlin

Sport Check-up (Athletic Performance & Recovery Panel)

Type

Blood Testing

Biomarkers

20

Duration

30 min

Results

3 days

Comprehensive athletic performance optimization panel analyzing 20+ biomarkers for energy production, muscle function, recovery capacity, and nutritional adequacy. Venous blood sample, fasting recommended. Results within 2-3 days. Essential for: competitive athletes, endurance training, strength training, masters athletes, performance plateaus, slow recovery, recurring injuries, fatigue despite training. Identifies limiting factors preventing optimal performance and adaptation. Biomarkers tested: Blood Count - complete CBC detecting sports anemia (dilutional or iron deficiency), overtraining syndrome (altered WBC differential), adequate oxygen carrying capacity (hemoglobin/hematocrit); Energy Metabolism - glucose (fuel availability), lipid panel (total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides - athletes should have optimal lipids despite high caloric intake, abnormal values suggest metabolic dysfunction or dietary issues); Liver - liver enzymes (GPT, GOT, elevated with overtraining or muscle damage, chronically high suggests inadequate recovery); Kidney - creatinine (filtration, muscle breakdown marker especially in strength athletes); Inflammation - CRP (C-reactive protein, acute training stress increases CRP, chronically elevated suggests inadequate recovery or overtraining); Thyroid - TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone, hypothyroidism causes fatigue, weight gain, poor performance, common in athletes especially female with low energy availability/RED-S); Minerals Essential for Performance - magnesium (muscle contraction, energy production, 300+ enzymatic reactions, deficiency causes cramps, fatigue, impaired recovery), calcium (muscle contraction, bone health, neurotransmission), zinc (immune function, testosterone production, wound healing, taste/appetite - low in athletes from sweat losses), selenium (antioxidant, immune function, thyroid conversion); Iron Status - ferritin (iron stores, most sensitive marker of iron deficiency before anemia develops, athletes especially endurance/female at high risk from increased needs, GI losses, foot strike hemolysis, low ferritin causes fatigue, reduced endurance, impaired adaptation to training); Vitamins - vitamin D (bone health, immune function, muscle function, testosterone production, 40-60% athletes deficient especially winter/indoor sports, optimal levels 40-60 ng/mL for performance), amino acids (building blocks for muscle protein synthesis, recovery, neurotransmitter production, imbalances suggest inadequate protein intake or absorption). Panel provides: nutritional deficiency identification (correct before supplementing), overtraining detection (elevated CRP, altered hormones/blood counts), thyroid dysfunction screening (common in athletes), iron status assessment (prevent/treat sports anemia), metabolic health verification. Results guide: targeted supplementation (iron, vitamin D, magnesium based on actual deficiency), training load adjustment (reduce if inflammatory markers high), nutrition optimization (adequate protein, micronutrients), injury risk reduction. Recommended: baseline before training season, every 6 months during heavy training, when performance plateaus or declines unexpectedly. GOÄ pricing €188.34.

A health checkup package combines multiple blood tests into a single, convenient screening designed to give you a broad picture of your overall health. These packages typically cover the key organ systems — liver, kidneys, thyroid — along with cardiovascular risk markers, blood sugar levels, and a complete blood count. More comprehensive packages may include hormones, vitamins, inflammatory markers, and cancer screening. Regular health checkups are the foundation of preventive medicine: they establish your personal baseline, track changes over time, and catch early warning signs of disease before symptoms develop. The specific tests included vary by provider and package tier.

Key Details

Biomarkers
Varies by package (20–100+)
Fasting Required
Yes, 10–12 hours recommended
Sample Type
Blood draw
Turnaround
1–5 business days
Common Use
Annual health screening

Who Is This For?

Anyone who wants a convenient, single-visit health assessment. People who haven't had blood work done in over a year. Health-conscious individuals establishing a baseline for future comparison. Medical tourists looking for affordable comprehensive screening. Adults over 30 who want to stay ahead of age-related health changes.

What's Included

Complete blood count (CBC)
Liver and kidney function panels
Blood sugar / HbA1c
Lipid panel
Additional tests vary by package tier

Preparation Required

Fasting for 10–12 hours before your appointment is recommended for accurate results (water is fine). Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and intense exercise for 12 hours before the blood draw. Morning appointments are ideal for consistent hormone and glucose readings. The blood draw typically takes 5–10 minutes.

Biomarkers Tested

20
Haemoglobin (HGB) g/dL

The iron-rich protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout your body and returning carbon dioxide to the lungs. Low haemoglobin is the primary marker for anemia and can cause fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath.

Red Blood Cell Count × 10¹²/L

Measures the number of red blood cells in your blood. Red blood cells carry oxygen from your lungs to every cell in your body. Abnormal levels can indicate anemia, dehydration, or bone marrow disorders.

White Blood Cell Count × 10⁹/L

Measures the total number of white blood cells, your body's primary defense against infection. Elevated levels may indicate infection, inflammation, or immune disorders, while low levels can signal bone marrow problems or autoimmune conditions.

Platelet Count × 10⁹/L

Measures the number of platelets, small cell fragments essential for blood clotting. Low platelets increase bleeding risk, while high platelets may increase clot risk. Important for monitoring clotting disorders and medication effects.

Haematocrit (HCT) %

The percentage of your blood volume occupied by red blood cells. It reflects the balance between red blood cell production and loss, helping diagnose anemia, dehydration, and polycythemia.

MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume) fL

The average size of your red blood cells. Small cells (microcytic) suggest iron deficiency, while large cells (macrocytic) may indicate vitamin B12 or folate deficiency. Normal-sized cells with low count suggest chronic disease.

MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin) pg

The average amount of hemoglobin in each red blood cell. Low MCH indicates that red blood cells carry less oxygen than normal, commonly seen in iron-deficiency anemia.

Neutrophils absolute × 10⁹/L

The most abundant type of white blood cell, forming the first line of defense against bacterial and fungal infections. Elevated neutrophils typically indicate active infection or inflammation.

Lymphocytes absolute × 10⁹/L

Measures the number of lymphocytes, including B cells and T cells that drive adaptive immunity. Elevated levels may indicate viral infections, while low levels can signal immune deficiency or HIV.

Monocytes absolute × 10⁹/L

Measures monocytes, the largest white blood cells. They mature into macrophages in tissues, where they engulf pathogens and dead cells. Elevated monocytes can indicate chronic infection or inflammatory conditions.

Eosinophils absolute × 10⁹/L

Measures eosinophils, white blood cells involved in fighting parasitic infections and mediating allergic responses. Elevated levels are associated with allergies, asthma, parasitic infections, and certain autoimmune conditions.

Basophils absolute × 10⁹/L

The rarest type of white blood cell, involved in allergic reactions and inflammatory responses. Basophils release histamine and heparin, contributing to immediate hypersensitivity reactions.

Creatinine mg/dL

A waste product from normal muscle metabolism, filtered by the kidneys. Blood creatinine levels reflect kidney filtration capacity. Elevated levels may indicate impaired kidney function, dehydration, or excessive muscle breakdown.

Urea mg/dL

A waste product from protein breakdown, processed by the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Elevated urea levels can indicate kidney dysfunction, dehydration, high-protein diet, or gastrointestinal bleeding.

Glucose mg/dL

Blood sugar — the body's primary energy source. Fasting glucose screens for diabetes and prediabetes. Chronically elevated glucose damages blood vessels and organs. Levels fluctuate with meals, stress, and physical activity.

HbA1c (Glycated Haemoglobin) %

Reflects your average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months by measuring the percentage of hemoglobin with attached glucose. HbA1c is the gold standard for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes, unaffected by daily fluctuations.

Total Cholesterol mg/dL

The combined measure of all cholesterol in your blood, including HDL, LDL, and VLDL. While useful as an overview, the breakdown between HDL and LDL is more clinically meaningful for assessing cardiovascular risk.

LDL Cholesterol mg/dL

Often called 'bad' cholesterol, LDL deposits cholesterol in artery walls, contributing to plaque buildup and atherosclerosis. LDL is the primary target for cardiovascular risk reduction through diet, exercise, and medication.

HDL Cholesterol mg/dL

Often called 'good' cholesterol, HDL carries cholesterol away from arteries back to the liver for removal. Higher HDL levels are protective against heart disease. Exercise, healthy fats, and moderate alcohol intake can raise HDL.

Triglycerides mg/dL

The most common type of fat in the body, stored for energy. Elevated triglycerides — often from excess sugar, alcohol, or calories — increase cardiovascular risk and can cause pancreatitis at very high levels.

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