MDC - BioLab - Core Panel
What this Core Panel is for
This product is a laboratory testing panel intended to provide a broad snapshot of key wellness-related biomarkers. It combines lipid markers, glucose regulation markers, inflammation markers, thyroid markers, nutrient status markers, kidney markers, liver markers, electrolytes, and a basic blood count. The goal is to support structured tracking over time rather than relying on subjective impressions alone.
Because results are numerical and reference-range based, they are typically most useful when reviewed with a qualified professional. Repeating the same panel at consistent intervals can help identify meaningful trends. This panel is not a dietary supplement and does not provide nutrients directly.
Cardiometabolic tracking focus
The panel includes Total Cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides, and Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) to help contextualize lipid-related status. It also includes Fasting glucose, HbA1c, and Fasting insulin, with HOMA-IR (calculated) to summarize insulin resistance-related patterns. Together, these markers can support lifestyle planning around nutrition, activity, and body composition goals.
Using multiple markers can provide a more complete picture than any single value. For example, lipid markers and glucose markers may shift differently depending on diet composition and training load. Trend-based monitoring is often more informative than one-time testing.
Inflammation and general risk context
hs-CRP is included as a commonly used marker to contextualize systemic inflammation status. When combined with cardiometabolic markers, it can help frame recovery, training stress, sleep quality, and dietary patterns. Results should be interpreted in context, since many everyday factors can influence inflammatory markers.
This panel is designed for general wellness monitoring and does not diagnose conditions. If values are outside reference ranges, follow-up with a healthcare professional is appropriate. Consistent pre-test conditions (fasting, time of day) can improve comparability.
Nutrient status and blood health markers
The panel includes 25-OH Vitamin D, Vitamin B12 (Holo-TC preferred), and RBC Folate to support assessment of common nutrient status markers. Ferritin and Homocysteine are included to add context around iron storage and methylation-related lab patterns. A complete blood count set (Erythrocytes/RBC, Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, MCV, MCH, Platelets, Leukocytes) provides additional context for overall blood parameters.
These markers can be useful when aligning dietary intake and supplementation choices with measured status. They are also helpful for monitoring changes after a period of consistent nutrition habits. Interpretation should consider individual variability and lab methodology.
Thyroid, liver, kidney, and electrolyte overview
TSH, Free T4, and Free T3 provide a thyroid marker snapshot that can be tracked over time. ALT (ALAT) and GGT are included as routine liver-related markers, while Creatinine and eGFR (calculated) provide kidney-related context. Electrolytes and minerals (Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, and Magnesium (serum)) are included to support hydration and mineral balance monitoring.
These markers can be influenced by training, hydration, diet, alcohol intake, and certain medications. For best comparability, testing under similar conditions is recommended. Any unexpected results should be discussed with a clinician.
How to use results constructively
This panel is best used as a structured check-in tool: establish a baseline, implement lifestyle changes, and retest to evaluate trends. Pairing results with notes on sleep, training, diet, and stress can make patterns easier to interpret. The panel is intended for wellness monitoring and informed decision-making rather than self-diagnosis.
If you are using supplements, medications, or have known health conditions, share that context with the professional interpreting your results. Lab markers can shift for many reasons, including short-term factors like illness or intense exercise. Consistency and context are key for meaningful tracking.
| Class | Ingredient | Quantity | NRV% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherogenic Lipid | Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Atherogenic Lipid | HDL cholesterol | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Atherogenic Lipid | Triglycerides | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Glucose & Insulin Regulation | Fasting glucose | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Glucose & Insulin Regulation | HbA1c | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Glucose & Insulin Regulation | Fasting insulin | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Glucose & Insulin Regulation | HOMA-IR (calculated) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Inflammation & Recovery Tone | hs-CRP | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Inflammation & Recovery Tone | Ferritin | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Inflammation & Recovery Tone | Homocysteine | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Thyroid & Energy Axis | TSH | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Thyroid & Energy Axis | Free T4 | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Thyroid & Energy Axis | Free T3 | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Liver Function | ALT (ALAT) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Liver Function | GGT | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Renal Function | Creatinine | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Renal Function | eGFR (calculated) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Micronutrient Status | 25-OH Vitamin D | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Micronutrient Status | Vitamin B12 (Holo-TC preferred) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Micronutrient Status | RBC Folate | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Micronutrient Status | Magnesium (serum) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Renal Function | Sodium | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Renal Function | Potassium | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Micronutrient Status | Calcium | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Micronutrient Status | Magnesium | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Atherogenic Lipid | Total Cholesterol | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Hematology & Oxygen | Erythrocytes (RBC) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Hematology & Oxygen | Hemoglobin | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Hematology & Oxygen | Hematocrit | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Hematology & Oxygen | MCV | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Hematology & Oxygen | MCH | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Hematology & Oxygen | Platelets | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
| Hematology & Oxygen | Leukocytes (Total) | 1.0 Unidades | 0.0 |
Capsules Ingredients:
Allergens:
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Needle/blood draw phobia or history of fainting – Medium Risk | Blood collection may trigger dizziness or fainting in susceptible individuals. |
| Bleeding disorders – High Risk | People with bleeding disorders may have increased risk of prolonged bleeding or bruising from venipuncture. |
| Anticoagulant therapy – High Risk | Use of blood thinners can increase bruising or bleeding risk during and after blood draw. |
| Severe anemia or very low blood volume – Medium Risk | Blood sampling may be less well tolerated in individuals with significant anemia or frailty. |
| Active skin infection at draw site – Medium Risk | Venipuncture through infected skin can increase local complications and should be avoided. |
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Bruising at puncture site – Low Risk | A small bruise can occur after venipuncture, especially if pressure is not maintained. |
| Temporary pain or soreness – Low Risk | Mild discomfort at the needle site may occur for a short time after the draw. |
| Lightheadedness – Medium Risk | Some people may feel dizzy during or shortly after blood collection, particularly when fasting. |
| Hematoma (localized swelling) – Low Risk | A small collection of blood under the skin can occur if a vein leaks after the draw. |
| Local infection – Low Risk | In rare cases, the puncture site can become irritated or infected despite standard hygiene. |
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Anticoagulants/antiplatelets – Medium Risk | These medicines do not alter the panel directly but can increase bleeding or bruising risk from venipuncture. |
| Thyroid medications – Low Risk | Thyroid hormone therapy can influence TSH, Free T4, and Free T3 results and should be disclosed for interpretation. |
| Glucose-lowering medications – Low Risk | Diabetes medicines can affect fasting glucose, insulin, and HbA1c results and should be considered when reviewing trends. |
| Lipid-lowering medications – Low Risk | Statins and other lipid therapies can influence cholesterol, triglycerides, and ApoB results and should be noted. |
| High-dose biotin supplements – Medium Risk | Biotin can interfere with some immunoassays used for thyroid and other markers depending on the lab method. |
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| General supplement warning – Low Risk | Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. |
| Daily dose warning – Low Risk | Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. |
| Children warning – Low Risk | Keep out of reach of young children. |
| Fasting and hydration caution – Medium Risk | If fasting is required, follow the lab instructions and stay appropriately hydrated unless advised otherwise. |
| Medication disclosure warning – Medium Risk | Inform the lab or your clinician about all medications and supplements, as they can influence interpretation of results. |
| Manufacturing trace warning – Low Risk | May contain very small amounts of allergens due to shared production equipment, even when not present in the ingredient list. |
| Title | Description | Bioavailability |
|---|---|---|
| Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on circulating atherogenic lipoprotein particle burden. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| HDL cholesterol | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on HDL-related lipid status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Triglycerides | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on circulating triglyceride levels. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Fasting glucose | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on fasting blood glucose status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| HbA1c | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on average blood glucose over time. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Fasting insulin | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on fasting insulin levels. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| HOMA-IR (calculated) | Calculated index derived from glucose and insulin results to summarize insulin resistance-related patterns. | Not applicable (calculated laboratory index, not an ingested ingredient). |
| hs-CRP | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on systemic inflammation status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Ferritin | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on iron storage status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Homocysteine | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on methylation-related metabolic status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| TSH | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on pituitary-thyroid signaling. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Free T4 | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on circulating free thyroxine levels. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Free T3 | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on circulating free triiodothyronine levels. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| ALT (ALAT) | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on liver enzyme status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| GGT | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on liver and biliary enzyme status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Creatinine | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on kidney filtration-related status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| eGFR (calculated) | Calculated estimate derived from creatinine and demographics to summarize kidney filtration status. | Not applicable (calculated laboratory index, not an ingested ingredient). |
| 25-OH Vitamin D | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on vitamin D status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Vitamin B12 (Holo-TC preferred) | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on active vitamin B12 status (holotranscobalamin when used). | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| RBC Folate | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on longer-term folate status in red blood cells. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Magnesium (serum) | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on circulating magnesium status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Sodium | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on electrolyte balance and hydration-related status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Potassium | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on electrolyte balance status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Calcium | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on circulating calcium status. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Magnesium | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on magnesium status (typically as part of a metabolic panel). | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Total Cholesterol | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on overall cholesterol level. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Erythrocytes (RBC) | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on red blood cell count. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Hemoglobin | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on oxygen-carrying capacity markers in blood. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Hematocrit | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on the proportion of blood volume occupied by red blood cells. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| MCV | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on average red blood cell size. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| MCH | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on hemoglobin content per red blood cell. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Platelets | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on platelet count. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Leukocytes (Total) | Laboratory biomarker measured to provide context on total white blood cell count. | Not applicable (laboratory test analyte, not an ingested ingredient). |
| Allergen | Source Ingredient | Mandatory | Inference |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | None | No | None |
Population & target users:
- Adults who want a broad wellness lab snapshot (lipids, glucose markers, inflammation, thyroid markers, liver/kidney markers, electrolytes, and blood count).
- Not intended for children.
How to take / perform:
- This is a laboratory panel; follow the lab’s instructions for appointment timing and sample collection.
- If fasting is requested, avoid caloric intake for the specified period and drink water as allowed.
Duration of use:
- Use as a baseline and repeat at intervals agreed with a healthcare professional (e.g., after a period of consistent lifestyle changes).
Storage & conservation:
- Store any provided paperwork or kit components as instructed by the laboratory; keep at room temperature unless otherwise specified.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Benefícios
Overall Health
This core panel is designed for broad wellness tracking by measuring a wide range of biomarkers including lipids (Total Cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides, Apolipoprotein B), glucose control markers (Fasting glucose, HbA1c, Fasting insulin, HOMA-IR), and inflammation status (hs-CRP). It can be used to build a baseline and monitor changes over time alongside lifestyle adjustments. Results are typically interpreted with a qualified healthcare professional in the context of personal goals and history.
Cardiovascular
For cardiovascular-oriented monitoring, the panel includes Total Cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides, and Apolipoprotein B (ApoB), which are commonly used to contextualize lipid-related status. It can support informed discussions about diet, activity, and other lifestyle factors that influence lipid markers. Tracking trends over time can be more informative than a single measurement.
Blood Sugar Support
For metabolic tracking, the panel measures Fasting glucose, HbA1c, and Fasting insulin, and includes HOMA-IR (calculated) to summarize insulin resistance-related patterns. These markers can help users understand how nutrition timing, carbohydrate intake, sleep, and activity may relate to glucose regulation. Results should be interpreted as part of an overall wellness plan rather than as standalone conclusions.
Thyroid Support
The panel includes TSH, Free T4, and Free T3 to provide a snapshot of thyroid-related laboratory markers. This can be useful for people who want to monitor how lifestyle factors (such as energy intake, stress, and training load) may coincide with thyroid marker trends. Interpretation is best done with a clinician, especially if symptoms or prior thyroid history exist.
Detox & Liver Health
To support general monitoring of liver-related lab markers, the panel includes ALT (ALAT) and GGT. These results can be used as part of a broader check-in on how alcohol intake, medications, and overall lifestyle may be reflected in routine labs. They are not a substitute for medical evaluation when values are outside reference ranges.
