Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
9
Duration
15 min
Results
48 hours
A 30-biomarker athletic performance panel covering hormones, organ function, and metabolic health. Assesses the markers most relevant to endurance, energy management, and injury risk reduction for competitive and serious recreational athletes.
The Sports Basic panel is designed for athletes who need more than a simple health check but want a focused, performance-oriented assessment. The 30-biomarker panel combines targeted hormone markers with comprehensive organ function and metabolic screening. Hormonal markers reveal the anabolic-catabolic balance that determines recovery capacity, adaptation to training, and risk of overtraining syndrome. When cortisol is chronically elevated relative to testosterone, the body enters a catabolic state that impairs muscle repair, immune function, and mental resilience. The metabolic panel assesses the organ systems that bear the heaviest load during training — liver (processing metabolic byproducts), kidneys (filtering waste and maintaining electrolyte balance), and the cardiovascular system. Energy metabolism markers help identify whether nutritional intake is supporting training demands. This panel provides the data that sports scientists and performance coaches use to periodise training and nutrition, making it valuable for athletes preparing for competition or returning from injury.
Key Details
- Biomarkers
- 30
- Results
- 24-48 hours
- Focus
- Athletic performance + recovery
Who Is This For?
Competitive athletes, serious recreational athletes, pre-season screening, training block monitoring
What's Included
Preparation Required
Avoid intense exercise for 24 hours before test. Fast for 10-12 hours. Morning draw recommended.
Panel Categories
Biomarkers Tested
9The primary stress hormone, produced by the adrenal glands. Cortisol regulates metabolism, immune response, blood pressure, and the sleep-wake cycle. Chronically elevated cortisol from stress contributes to weight gain, immune suppression, and metabolic dysfunction.
Metabolite of testosterone.
The primary iron storage protein. Ferritin reflects total body iron stores and is the first marker to drop in iron deficiency. However, ferritin also rises with inflammation, infection, and liver disease, which can mask true iron deficiency.
A mineral essential for oxygen transport (in hemoglobin), energy production, and immune function. Serum iron measures the amount circulating in blood, but ferritin and TIBC provide a more complete picture of iron status.
Involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions including energy production, muscle function, and nerve signaling. Magnesium deficiency is common and associated with muscle cramps, anxiety, insomnia, and increased cardiovascular risk.
A metal that causes allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised individuals. Occupational or dietary exposure to elevated nickel levels can affect the respiratory system and kidneys. Common sources include jewellery, coins, and certain foods.
A metal found in canned foods, solder, and industrial materials. While small amounts of inorganic tin are relatively non-toxic, high levels can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Organotin compounds are more toxic and affect the immune and nervous systems.
Essential for nerve function, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation. B12 deficiency can cause anemia, neuropathy, fatigue, and cognitive impairment. Common in vegans, vegetarians, older adults, and those taking metformin or acid-reducing medications.
The best indicator of overall vitamin D status. Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption, bone health, immune function, and mood regulation. Deficiency is extremely common, especially in northern latitudes, and linked to increased disease risk.
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood (venous draw)
- Duration
- 15 min
- Results
- 48 hours