In today’s health-conscious world, keeping track of your health through regular bloodwork is essential. The SBN Blood Panel offers a thorough and affordable solution, making it easier for you to stay on top of your health.
What is the SBN Panel?
The SBN Panel consists of 60 blood tests, covering a wide range of health indicators from diabetic markers to vitamin D levels. This comprehensive approach ensures that you get a complete picture of your health, allowing for early detection and management of potential issues.
What is the Difference Between the SBN Panel and My Family Doctor's Annual Blood Panel?
1. Efficiency and Effectiveness: The SBN Panel is designed to be the most efficient and effective comprehensive blood panel available. It covers a broad spectrum of tests, providing you with detailed insights into your health status that most doctors do not order.
2. Affordability: One of the standout features of the SBN Panel is its affordability. It offers significant savings compared to other providers for the same tests.
LabCorp Self-Test: Approximately $600
Mercy Health: Approximately $1,600
3. Comprehensive Coverage: The SBN Panel includes 60 tests, far more than the 26-36 tests typically included in routine bloodwork from your family doctors. This extensive coverage ensures you have all the information you need to maintain optimal health.
What Tests are Included in This Blood Panel?
Here is a list of the markers included in the SBN Blood Panel. *indicates tests typically not ran on bloodwork ordered by your family doctor.
Diabetic Markers
Glucose: High glucose levels can indicate impaired blood sugar regulation, potentially signifying pre-diabetes or diabetes.
*Hemoglobin A1C: Reflects average blood glucose levels over the past three months. A level of 5.5% is within the normal range but close monitoring is essential.
Kidney Function Markers
*Uric Acid: Elevated levels can be associated with gout and kidney stones.
BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen): High BUN can indicate kidney dysfunction or dehydration.
Creatinine: Elevated creatinine suggests impaired kidney function.
GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate): GFR assesses kidney function, with lower values indicating reduced kidney efficiency.
Electrolytes and Mineral Markers
Sodium: Essential for fluid balance and nerve function.
Potassium: Important for muscle function and heart health.
Chloride: Balances fluids and maintains pH.
Calcium: Vital for bone health and muscle function.
Phosphorus: High levels can affect bone health and kidney function.
*Magnesium: Critical for muscle and nerve function.
Protein Markers
Total Protein: Indicates overall nutritional status.
Albumin: Maintains osmotic pressure and transports substances in the blood.
Globulin: Essential for immune function.
A/G Ratio: Imbalance may indicate liver or kidney disease.
Liver Function Markers
Total Bilirubin: Indicates liver function and breakdown of red blood cells.
Alkaline Phosphatase: Important for liver and bone health.
AST (SGOT): Elevated levels can indicate liver damage.
ALT (SGPT): High levels suggest liver inflammation or damage.
GGT: Helps detect liver and bile duct issues.
General Disease and Damage Markers
*LDH: High LDH levels suggest some form of tissue damage or disease.
*Creatine Kinase: High CK levels suggest muscle damage or stress.
*CRP (C-Reactive Protein): Marker of inflammation in the body.
*ESR: Marker of inflammation in the body.
Lipid Markers
Total Cholesterol: Indicator of cardiovascular health.
Triglycerides: KEY indicator of cardiovascular health.
HDL Cholesterol: Higher levels are generally protective against heart disease.
*VLDL Cholesterol: High levels are a risk factor for heart disease.
LDL Cholesterol: High levels are a risk factor for heart disease.
Thyroid Markers
TSH: Measures thyroid activity.
*T4 Total: Indicates thyroid hormone levels.
*T3 Total: Reflects active thyroid hormone levels.
Iron Markers
*Ferritin: Indicates iron storage levels.
*Serum Iron: Measures circulating iron in the blood.
Complete Blood Count with Differentials
White Blood Count: Indicates immune function.
Red Blood Count: Reflects oxygen-carrying capacity.
Hemoglobin: Indicates red blood cell health.
Hematocrit: Proportion of blood composed of red blood cells.
MCV: Average size of red blood cells.
MCHC: Concentration of hemoglobin in red blood cells.
Platelets: Essential for blood clotting.
*RDW: Measure the variation in the size of red blood cells
*Neutrophils: White blood cells that generally fight bacterial infections.
*Lymphocytes: White blood cells that generally fight viral infections.
*Monocytes: White blood cells that generally fight long-term infections or food issues.
*Eosinophils: White blood cells that generally fight parasitic infections or deal with allergies.
*Basophils: White blood cells that generally deal with allergies.
Vitamin D
*Vitamin D: Essential for maintaining the health of bones and teeth, immune system, brain, and nervous system, and regulating insulin levels, among other functions.
How Do I Complete This Test?
The SBN Blood Panel is a blood test. Unfortunately, we currently do not offer blood draws at our office. We partner with Labcorp to provide the blood draw. The closest Labcorp in the Lima, OH area is located at 915 W Market St Lima, OH 45805. The hours at this location are Monday-Friday from 7:30AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM. No appointment is needed, you can just walk in. If you are outside of the area, please check the following link to find your closest location: https://locations.labcorp.com/.
Summary
The SBN Comprehensive Blood Panel is an invaluable tool for anyone looking to take control of their health. Its combination of thorough testing, affordability, and efficiency makes it the best choice on the market. Don’t wait until there’s a problem—get your bloodwork checked regularly and stay proactive about your health.
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