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66 biomarkers, 8 pillars & FAQ
Biomarkers Included — 66 across 8 Pillars
This panel matches the biomarker coverage used by leading wellness tracking platforms, organized into the eight health pillars that preventive medicine research prioritizes.
🔥 Metabolism 10 markers
Glucose (fasting)
Baseline blood sugar
Insulin (fasting)
Metabolic efficiency
HbA1c
3-month glucose average
HOMA-IR
Insulin resistance score
Total cholesterol
Overall lipid level
LDL-C
"Bad" cholesterol
HDL-C
"Good" cholesterol
Triglycerides
Circulating fat levels
Non-HDL cholesterol
Atherogenic load
ALT
Liver metabolism
⚡ Hormones 12 markers
Total testosterone
Core androgen level
Free testosterone
Bioavailable androgen
SHBG
Hormone binding protein
DHEA-S
Adrenal androgen reserve
Cortisol (AM)
Stress response hormone
Estradiol
Primary estrogen
Progesterone
Reproductive balance
Prolactin
Pituitary function
TSH
Thyroid stimulating hormone
Free T4
Thyroid storage form
Free T3
Thyroid active form
IGF-1
Growth hormone proxy
💪 Fitness & Performance 6 markers
Ferritin
Iron stores for oxygen transport
Serum iron
Circulating iron level
TIBC
Total iron binding capacity
Transferrin saturation
Iron utilization efficiency
BUN
Protein metabolism marker
Creatinine
Muscle and kidney marker
🥗 Nutrient Status 10 markers
Vitamin D (25-OH)
Immunity, bone, longevity
Vitamin B12
Nerve and blood health
Folate
Methylation and red blood cells
Magnesium
Muscle, nerve, and sleep
Phosphate
Bone and energy metabolism
Zinc
Immunity and wound healing
Albumin
Protein status and hydration
Total protein
Overall nutrition status
Calcium
Bone and muscle function
Potassium
Heart and muscle electrolyte
🔥 Inflammation 5 markers
hsCRP
Systemic inflammation
Homocysteine
Vascular inflammation
WBC
White blood cell count
Neutrophils
Acute immune response
Lymphocytes
Adaptive immunity
❤️ Cardiovascular 6 markers
ApoB
Superior CVD risk vs LDL
Lp(a)
Genetic cardiovascular risk
Apolipoprotein A1
HDL particle protein
GGT
Liver enzyme, CVD correlate
AST
Liver and heart muscle
Uric acid
Gout and cardiovascular marker
🌙 Sleep & Recovery 4 markers
Total bilirubin
Liver clearance
Direct bilirubin
Conjugated bilirubin
Sodium
Fluid balance
Chloride
Acid-base balance
🧠 Blood & Cognition 13 markers
RBC
Red blood cell count
Hemoglobin
Oxygen-carrying capacity
Hematocrit
RBC volume percentage
MCV
RBC average size
MCH
Hemoglobin per RBC
MCHC
Hemoglobin concentration
RDW
RBC size variation
Platelets
Clotting and inflammation
MPV
Platelet size
Eosinophils
Allergy and parasite response
Basophils
Allergic inflammation
AMH (women)
Ovarian reserve
TPO antibodies
Autoimmune thyroid screen
FAQ
Is OHIP covered?
The Total Health Panel includes multiple markers not on the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (ApoB, Lp(a), IGF-1, hsCRP, HOMA-IR, fasting insulin, free testosterone, SHBG, DHEA-S, cortisol, estradiol, progesterone, prolactin, and others). Most of this panel is self-pay at the lab. Layer 1 markers (CBC, lipids, liver, kidney, TSH, free T4, HbA1c, vitamin D, B12, ferritin, folate, magnesium) may be OHIP-covered if you have a clinical indication.
Do I need to fast?
Yes, 10–12 hours fasting is required for accurate glucose, insulin, lipid, and IGF-1 results. Water is fine during the fast.
Why 66 biomarkers specifically?
The 8-pillar structure and biomarker selection mirror the framework used by leading preventive medicine researchers and wellness tracking platforms — covering metabolism, hormones, fitness, nutrients, inflammation, cardiovascular health, sleep/recovery, and cognition. It's the most comprehensive panel clinic.ca offers.
Can I use these results with my WHOOP, Oura, Garmin, or other health app?
Yes. This panel was designed specifically to cover the biomarker framework used by leading wearable platforms like WHOOP Advanced Labs (65+ biomarkers across metabolism, hormones, fitness, nutrients, inflammation, cardiovascular, sleep, and cognition). After your results are ready, you'll receive a standard PDF you can upload directly to the WHOOP app, Oura, Garmin Connect, Apple Health, or any platform that accepts biomarker uploads. clinic.ca is a Canadian blood-draw service — we order the tests through LifeLabs, an NP reviews them, and you own the results to use wherever you want.
How long until my lab requisition arrives?
Your lab report includes reference ranges; clinic.ca does not interpret results within 24–48 hours of the lab receiving your sample. You'll receive your lab requisition. After your blood draw, LifeLabs delivers results directly to you. clinic.ca is not involved in result review or interpretation — bring your results to your family doctor or a wellness clinic if you want them interpreted.
How often should I repeat this panel?
Annually is recommended for baseline health tracking. If you're actively working on a specific biomarker (lowering ApoB, raising vitamin D, reducing inflammation), repeat testing every 3–6 months helps you see progress.