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.
An overactive thyroid makes too much hormone, so everything runs at a higher pace. Learn the symptoms, causes like Grave...
The menopause transition is rarely pinned down by a single blood value. Learn what happens to your hormones, and when a...
What is in a thyroid test and how do you have your values measured? Learn which values like TSH and free T4 give insight...
Your thyroid helps steer your metabolism, and therefore your weight. Learn how much the thyroid really explains and whic...
An underactive thyroid makes too little hormone, so your body slows down. Learn the symptoms, causes like Hashimoto's an...
Longevity is not only about living long, but mostly about living healthy. Learn what the term means, what healthspan is,...
Fatigue can relate to your thyroid, but not always. Learn how your thyroid can cause tiredness and which blood values he...
Ready to test, but unsure which one? This guide helps you reason between a broad, targeted and metabolic blood test, tog...
Your thyroid drives your metabolism, energy and weight. Learn which symptoms may point to an underactive or overactive t...
Does a blood test show you eat too much salt? Usually not. Learn why sodium is tightly regulated, what sodium and potass...
Tired as a man? Low testosterone often gets the blame too fast. Learn how testosterone, iron and thyroid play a part and...
Metabolic age compares your metabolism to an average age. Learn what it means, how it is calculated, and what a result d...