{"product_id":"advanced-iron-profile-test-iron-hormones-b12","title":"Advanced Iron Profile Test – Iron, Hormones and B12","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Advanced Iron Profile is a finger prick blood test that identifies and monitors iron excess or deficiency, as well as sex hormones and B12, which can contribute to issues such as low energy, low libido, weight changes and mood fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it helps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe profile assesses levels of iron, ferritin, UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity), TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity) and transferrin saturation, as well as folate and active B12. It also assesses levels of oestradiol, progesterone, SHBG and testosterone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese hormones can impact iron absorption, so by measuring them alongside key iron markers, the Advanced Iron Profile gives a bigger picture of iron levels, and why they might be at the wrong level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis profile is also suitable for anyone who would like to investigate their health for overall wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentifies and monitors iron excess or deficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures sex hormones that can affect iron absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes active B12 and folate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient finger prick sample taken at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTest markers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiochemistry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron, Ferritin, UIBC, TIBC, Transferrin Saturation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHormones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oestradiol (venous sample only), Testosterone, SHBG, Progesterone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins:\u003c\/strong\u003e B12 – Active, Serum Folate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast for eight hours before taking the test, while staying hydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrink five hundred millilitres of water half an hour before taking the test – before breakfast is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck you have all your kit (see the full list in the instructions).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands in warm water for four minutes, then dry them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the step by step instructions provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel the sample correctly and send it in the envelope provided via Royal Mail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost the same morning after collecting your sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNeed oestradiol? You must book a venous blood draw\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the end of July two thousand and twenty-three, a finger prick test is no longer possible for this marker. A venous blood draw is essential to test oestradiol, due to a change stipulated by UKAS (the accreditation body for testing services). If this marker is required, a venous blood draw must be booked with a phlebotomist, who must supply the appropriate kit (SST \/ Gold Top venepuncture). \u003ca href=\"mailto:practitioners@healthpath.com?subject=I%27d%20like%20information%20on%20phlebotomy%20services%20\"\u003eContact us for phlebotomy services\u003c\/a\u003e – our partner will be able to support you. If you wish to test without this marker, you can still use the included finger prick kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEssential information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/my.healthpath.com\/resources\/427\"\u003eUse this guide\u003c\/a\u003e to get a successful finger prick sample and ensure your sample is viable for analysis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo give you complete confidence in a valid sample, we recommend a blood draw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis finger prick test is recommended for ages eighteen and over. Please book a blood draw for under eighteens at your GP phlebotomy department.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/5701947.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net\/hubfs\/5701947\/Eurofins-policy.pdf\"\u003eRead our policy\u003c\/a\u003e on retests, replacement kits and failed samples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthpathpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/HealthpathPro-FingerPrick-BloodTest-Instructions.pdf\"\u003eView finger prick instructions\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthpathpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/COUNTY-HP01-ADVANCED-IRON-PROFILE-2.pdf\"\u003eDownload sample report\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/my.healthpath.com\/resources\/321\"\u003eView interpretation guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is only available through your Healthpath Pro practitioner (Tamara at Breathe360).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLaboratory: Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEurofins Clinical Diagnostics is an accredited clinical diagnostic laboratory, offering clinical diagnostic testing and phlebotomy services to practitioners and patients. It is committed to providing a high quality service based on the standards set by UKAS and the Care Quality Commission, and is accredited to UKAS 15189 standards. All services are overseen by a consultant with suitable specialist qualifications, and each test is regularly assessed against internal quality control samples and external quality assurance samples, with performance peer reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur products and services do not diagnose, treat or cure any illness or disease, and do not replace medical advice from your doctor or practitioner. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Information on this website is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescribed medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any new supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Healthpath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54951219888508,"sku":null,"price":134.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2638\/4067\/files\/download_7.jpg?v=1739734398","url":"https:\/\/www.breathe360.uk\/products\/advanced-iron-profile-test-iron-hormones-b12","provider":"Heal Wellbeing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}