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.
Triglycerides are a blood fat that responds quickly to lifestyle. See the normal values, the causes and what really help...
Everything about cholesterol: what it is, HDL and LDL normal values, what high cholesterol means and proven ways to lowe...
What is creatinine and what is a normal value? See per situation why creatinine can be high or low, and when an abnormal...
What does a kidney function blood test actually measure? See per value what creatinine and eGFR say, which stages exist,...
An elevated PSA rarely means cancer on its own. See per age what is normal, which harmless causes raise PSA, and when to...
Cortisol does much more than respond to stress. See what normal values are per time of day, when too high or too low mea...
Which hormones does a blood test actually measure, and which do you need? An honest breakdown per complaint, with the ri...
Understanding blood sugar is key to preventing diabetes. Learn what your glucose and HbA1c results mean.