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Basic Biochemistry profile

A private basic biochemistry profile taken by an experienced phlebotomist at our Widnes or Crewe clinic and analysed by an accredited pathology laboratory. This test measures 23 biomarkers, listed in full below.

Results turnaround
Same Day
Sample type
1 Yellow SST :
Biomarkers measured
23 included

What this test measures

Every individual marker included in the basic biochemistry profile, grouped by laboratory panel.

Electrolytes & Minerals

  • Calcium
  • Corrected Calcium
  • Phosphate
  • Potassium
  • Sodium

Kidney Function

  • Creatinine
  • Urea
  • Uric Acid

Lipids

  • Cholesterol
  • HDL % of total
  • HDL Cholesterol
  • LDL Cholesterol
  • TC/HDL Ratio
  • Triglyceride
  • Very Low-Density Lipoprotein Calculated

Liver Function

  • Albumin
  • Alkaline phosphatase
  • ALT/GPT
  • AST/GOT
  • Gamma GT
  • Globulin
  • Total Bilirubin
  • Total Protein

How your appointment works

  1. 1

    Book online and choose Widnes or Crewe — most people are seen within a few days.

  2. 2

    Arrive a few minutes early; your appointment usually takes 10–15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Your sample is labelled in front of you and sent to the laboratory the same day.

  4. 4

    Your results arrive securely by email, typically same day.

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