Discover articles on blood values, health and prevention. Clear, well-sourced explanations that help you understand your blood test and your results better.
A raised CRP says there is inflammation, not where. Read the normal values, the difference with hs-CRP, and how fast CRP falls again after an infection.
A clear table of normal ranges for the most-measured blood values, plus how to read a value just outside range. Always compare with the range on your own result.
Low energy, low libido or mood swings: sometimes hormones play a role. Learn which signals may fit a hormonal imbalance...
Total testosterone measures everything, free testosterone the available part. Learn the difference, why SHBG matters, an...
Perimenopause is the run-up to menopause and can last years. Read the symptoms per stage, the age, and which blood value...
Oestrogen is not a purely female hormone. Learn why men have oestradiol too, what it does, and why the balance with test...
SHBG binds testosterone and helps determine how much is available. Learn what SHBG is, why it fluctuates, and why it can...
DHEA is a hormone from your adrenal glands and a building block for testosterone and oestrogen. Learn what DHEA is, why...
Testosterone is not the only hormone that counts for men. Discover which hormonal blood values give insight, and what th...
A high FSH value often fits menopause, but one measurement proves little. Learn which FSH level fits which stage and why...
Want to test your real age? Learn which types of age tests exist, what each one measures, and how reliable the outcomes...
Fatigue is part of menopause, but not always purely menopause. Learn which blood values matter and when it might be your...
What happens in your body as you age? Learn which ageing processes researchers describe and how you can partly keep an e...
Can you lower your biological age? Learn what research says, which lifestyle factors relate to more favourable blood val...