Blood tests

The full test catalogue

501 tests from our partner laboratory, accredited by UKAS, grouped by what they are for. 293 can be ordered now; the rest are coming as the laboratory releases them.

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  • IMU-014

    Complement C1q

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Measures complement C1q, an immune system protein involved in the body's defence against infections. It can help assess autoimmune conditions such as lupus and monitor their activity and response to treatment.

    Complement C1q

  • IMU-015

    Complement C2

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 4 working days

    Collection point

    Measures complement C2, part of the immune system that helps clear immune complexes and germs. Low levels may point to a complement deficiency and can be seen in some people with lupus.

    Complement C2

  • IMU-016

    Diphtheria Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Measures diphtheria antibodies in the blood. It helps show whether a person has been exposed to the diphtheria bacteria or has had the vaccine.

    Diphtheria Antibodies

  • IMU-017

    Double Stranded DNA Ab

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 3 working days

    Collection point

    Measures IgG antibodies against double stranded DNA.

    DNA (Double Stranded) Antibodies

  • IMU-018

    Echinococcus (Hydatid) Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 4 working days

    Collection point

    Looks for antibodies against Echinococcus, a type of tapeworm. It can help assess hydatid disease, which can affect organs such as the liver and lungs.

    Echinococcus (Hydatid) Antibodies

  • IMU-019

    Extractable Nuclear Antibodies (nRNP, Sm, Ro, La, Jo1, Scl70) CENP-B

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity7 markersBlood (vein)Result in about 4 working days

    Collection point

    Looks for a group of extractable nuclear antibodies (nRNP, Sm, Ro, La, Jo1, Scl70 and CENP-B). They are linked to autoimmune conditions such as lupus, Sjögren's syndrome and scleroderma.

  • IMU-020

    Gastric Parietal Autoantibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Checks for antibodies against the parietal cells of the stomach. They are linked to autoimmune gastritis and pernicious anaemia, where the body cannot absorb enough vitamin B12.

    Gastric Parietal Autoantibodies

  • IMU-021

    Glomerular Basement Membrane Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 2 working days

    Collection point

    Looks for antibodies against the glomerular basement membrane (GBM). They are linked to autoimmune conditions affecting the kidneys, such as Goodpasture syndrome, a rare condition that mainly affects the kidneys and lungs.

    Glomerular Basement Membrane Antibodies

  • IMU-022

    Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase Antibodies (GAD 65)

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Measures GAD 65 antibodies. GAD 65 is an enzyme involved in making GABA, a chemical messenger (neurotransmitter) that calms nerve signals in the brain. Raised levels are linked mainly to type 1 diabetes and some neurological conditions.

    Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase Ab

  • IMU-023

    Haemophilus B Influenzae Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Measures antibodies to Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib). It shows the immune response to Hib infection or vaccination and can help assess how well the vaccine has worked.

    Haemophilus B Influenzae Antibodies

  • IMU-024

    Hep B Core IgM

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 1 working day

    Collection point

    Looks for IgM antibodies to the hepatitis B core. A positive result points to a recent hepatitis B infection; the test is meant for when an acute infection is a concern.

    Hepatitis B Core Antibody - IgM

  • IMU-025

    IgG Subclasses

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 4 working days

    Collection point

    Measures the subclasses of immunoglobulin G (IgG), antibodies central to the immune response against infections. Levels outside the usual range can relate to immune deficiencies, autoimmune conditions, allergies and chronic infections.

    IgG Subclasses

  • IMU-026

    Immunoglobulin A

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 1 working day

    Collection point

    Measures immunoglobulin A (IgA), an antibody that helps defend against infections. Low IgA can make infections of the airways and gut more likely, while raised levels can be linked to a range of conditions.

    Immunoglobulin A

  • IMU-027

    Immunoglobulin E - Total

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 1 working day

    Collection point

    Measures total IgE, the antibody the immune system makes in response to allergens. It is commonly used to check and monitor allergies, such as to pollen, pet dander or certain foods.

    Total IgE

  • IMU-028

    Immunoglobulin G

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 1 working day

    Collection point

    Measures immunoglobulin G (IgG), an antibody central to the immune response to infections. High levels can relate to autoimmune conditions or chronic infections, and low levels to immune deficiencies.

    Immunoglobulin G

  • IMU-029

    Immunoglobulin M

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 1 working day

    Collection point

    Measures immunoglobulin M (IgM), the first antibody the immune system makes when it meets an infection. Raised levels may point to an active or recent infection.

    Immunoglobulin M

  • IMU-030

    Immunoglobulins (IgG, IgM, IgA)

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity3 markersBlood (vein)Result in about 1 working day

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    Measures three immunoglobulins, IgG, IgM and IgA: antibodies the immune system makes to fight infections. Low levels may suggest a weakened immune system, and raised levels can be linked to autoimmune conditions or chronic infections.

  • IMU-031

    Intrinsic Factor Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Looks for antibodies against intrinsic factor, a stomach protein needed to absorb vitamin B12. It is mainly used to assess pernicious anaemia, when the body cannot absorb enough B12.

    Intrinsic Factor Antibodies

  • IMU-032

    Islet Cell Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 3 working days

    Collection point

    Looks for antibodies against the islet cells of the pancreas, which make insulin. They are associated with type 1 diabetes and help tell type 1 apart from type 2.

    Islet Cell Antibodies

  • IMU-033

    Leishmania Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Looks for antibodies to Leishmania, the parasite behind leishmaniasis. Where you live and have travelled matters, as leishmaniasis is more common in certain regions.

    Leishmania Antibodies

  • IMU-050

    Yellow Fever Antibodies

    Immunity and autoimmunity · Autoimmunity1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 10 working days

    Collection point

    Measures antibodies to the yellow fever virus, which is spread by mosquitoes. It helps assess acute or recent yellow fever infection.

    Yellow Fever Antibodies

  • CAN-001

    5 HIAA

    Cancer markers · Cancer markers2 markersUrineResult in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Measures 5-HIAA, a chemical, using a 24-hour urine collection. It is usually done to check for carcinoid syndrome, a rare condition, and to monitor it.

  • CAN-002

    Acid Phosphatase - Total

    Cancer markers · Cancer markers1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 5 working days

    Collection point

    Measures acid phosphatase, an enzyme found in the prostate, liver and bone. It is mainly used to help monitor some prostate and bone conditions, such as Paget's disease.

    Acid Phosphatase - Total

  • CAN-003

    Alpha Fetoprotein

    Cancer markers · Cancer markers1 markerBlood (vein)Result in about 1 working day

    Collection point

    Measures alpha fetoprotein (AFP), a protein made by the liver and yolk sac of a developing baby. In adults, raised levels can relate to liver conditions or some tumours. It helps monitor treatment, and it also rises in pregnancy.

    Alpha Fetoprotein

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