Ordering the Health Check Plus
Ordering the Health Check Plus provides a detailed look at how your heart, liver, thyroid, immune system, and other major body systems are working. This test checks for signs of anemia, diabetes, infections, and inflammation, helping you and your doctor spot changes early and track important markers over time. Interestingly, the Health Check Plus includes high-sensitivity CRP, which can show low levels of inflammation that might not be found with standard tests.
When ordering the Health Check Plus, you get these specific benefits:
- Checks blood sugar and HbA1C to help spot early signs of diabetes or monitor how well it’s managed.
- Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to help track heart and blood vessel risks.
- Looks at iron, ferritin, and TIBC to help find or monitor anemia and iron storage problems.
- Tests liver and kidney function to help catch changes before symptoms appear.
- Includes a basic thyroid panel to help find thyroid issues that can affect energy and mood.
- Measures high-sensitivity CRP to help detect low-level inflammation linked to heart and other chronic conditions.
- Checks electrolytes and minerals like sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium for balance and organ function.
- Includes a complete blood count and urinalysis to help spot infections or other changes in the blood and urine.
Who Should Consider Comprehensive Body System Screening
People who want to keep track of their body’s main systems, especially if they have a family history of diabetes, heart, or thyroid problems, would benefit from this test. For example, someone who feels tired more often than usual and wants to know if it’s related to blood sugar, iron, or thyroid changes can use this test to find answers and share results with their doctor.
Ordering this test may also be helpful in these situations:
- Someone with a family member recently diagnosed with high cholesterol or heart disease.
- A person who has noticed changes in weight or energy and wants to check for thyroid or blood sugar changes.
- Someone starting a new exercise or nutrition plan and wants a baseline for key markers.
- A person who has had mild swelling or changes in urine and wants to check kidney function.
- Someone who has frequent headaches and wants to see if mineral or electrolyte levels are out of range, which is not always considered but can be linked to these symptoms.
This test is a practical way to check for changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, iron, thyroid, and organ function, which can be measured and tracked over time. Delaying this test could mean missing early changes in these markers, making it harder to manage or treat them before they become more serious. To get started, order the test and review your results with your doctor.
Preparing for Your Lab Panel
Fasting for 10-12 hours is needed before your blood draw, and you should avoid exercise during this time. Always follow any instructions your doctor or healthcare provider gives you to make sure your results are as useful as possible.
Labs Included When Ordering Your Health Check Plus
| Test Name | Reference Range | What This Test Measures | Low and High Levels of Health Check Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glucose | 65-99 | Glucose shows the amount of sugar in your blood at the time of the test. It helps find or monitor diabetes and blood sugar problems. | High levels mean blood sugar may be too high, which can point to diabetes or stress.
Low levels mean blood sugar may be too low, which can cause shakiness, sweating, or confusion. |
| BUN | 7-25 | BUN, or blood urea nitrogen, checks how well your kidneys remove waste from your blood. It can also show changes in hydration or protein use. | High levels mean kidney function may be reduced or you may be dehydrated.
Low levels mean you may have low protein intake or liver issues. |
| Creatinine | 0.76-1.27 | Creatinine is a waste product from muscles. It helps check how well your kidneys are working. | High levels mean kidney function may be reduced.
Low levels mean low muscle mass or certain muscle conditions. |
| Uric acid | 3.5-7.2 | Uric acid is made when the body breaks down purines. It can help find gout or kidney stones. | High levels mean risk for gout or kidney stones.
Low levels mean kidney or liver issues, or a diet low in purines. |
| Sodium | 135-146 | Sodium is a mineral that helps control fluid balance and nerve function. It is checked to find dehydration or fluid problems. | High levels mean dehydration or too much salt intake.
Low levels mean fluid overload or certain hormone problems. |
| Potassium | 3.5-5.3 | Potassium is needed for heart and muscle function. It is checked to find kidney, adrenal, or heart issues. | High levels mean kidney problems or certain medications.
Low levels mean vomiting, diarrhea, or not enough intake. |
| Chloride | 98-110 | Chloride helps keep the body’s acid-base balance. It is checked with other electrolytes to find fluid or acid changes. | High levels mean dehydration or kidney problems.
Low levels mean vomiting, diarrhea, or fluid overload. |
| CO2 | 20-32 | CO2, or bicarbonate, shows how well your body balances acids and bases. It helps find breathing or kidney problems. | High levels mean breathing problems or metabolic alkalosis.
Low levels mean metabolic acidosis or kidney issues. |
| Calcium | 8.6-10.2 | Calcium is needed for bones, nerves, and muscles. It is checked to find bone, kidney, or parathyroid problems. | High levels mean parathyroid or bone disease.
Low levels mean vitamin D deficiency or kidney issues. |
| Phosphorus | 2.5-4.5 | Phosphorus is important for bones and energy. It is checked to find kidney, bone, or hormone problems. | High levels mean kidney disease or too much vitamin D.
Low levels mean poor nutrition or hormone issues. |
| Magnesium | 1.6-2.6 | Magnesium helps with muscle and nerve function. It is checked to find kidney, digestive, or muscle problems. | High levels mean kidney problems.
Low levels mean poor intake or digestive loss. |
| Total Protein | 6.1-8.1 | Total protein measures all proteins in the blood. It helps find liver, kidney, or immune system changes. | High levels mean chronic inflammation or infection.
Low levels mean liver or kidney disease, or poor nutrition. |
| Albumin | 3.6-5.1 | Albumin is a protein made by the liver. It helps keep fluid in blood vessels and shows liver or kidney function. | High levels mean dehydration.
Low levels mean liver or kidney disease, or poor nutrition. |
| Globulin | 2.0-3.5 | Globulin includes many proteins that help fight infection. It is checked to find immune or liver problems. | High levels mean chronic inflammation or infection.
Low levels mean immune deficiency or liver disease. |
| A/G Ratio | 1.1-2.5 | A/G ratio compares albumin to globulin. It helps find liver, kidney, or immune system changes. | High levels mean low globulin or high albumin.
Low levels mean low albumin or high globulin, often from liver or immune issues. |
| Bilirubin | 0.2-1.2 | Bilirubin is made when red blood cells break down. It is checked to find liver or blood problems. | High levels mean liver disease or increased red cell breakdown.
Low levels mean not usually a concern. |
| Alkaline Phosphatase | 40-129 | Alkaline phosphatase is an enzyme found in liver and bone. It is checked to find liver or bone disease. | High levels mean liver or bone disease.
Low levels mean malnutrition or certain genetic conditions. |
| GGT | 9-48 | GGT is an enzyme that helps find liver or bile duct problems. It is often checked with other liver tests. | High levels mean liver or bile duct disease.
Low levels mean not usually a concern. |
| LDH | 122-222 | LDH is an enzyme found in many tissues. It is checked to find tissue damage or disease. | High levels mean tissue damage or disease.
Low levels mean not usually a concern. |
| SGOT (AST) | 0-40 | SGOT, also called AST, is an enzyme found in liver and muscle. It is checked to find liver or muscle injury. | High levels mean liver or muscle injury.
Low levels mean not usually a concern. |
| SGPT (ALT) | 0-44 | SGPT, also called ALT, is an enzyme found in the liver. It is checked to find liver injury or disease. | High levels mean liver injury or disease.
Low levels mean not usually a concern. |
| Iron | 50-170 | Iron is needed for red blood cells. It is checked to find anemia or iron overload. | High levels mean iron overload or certain blood disorders.
Low levels mean iron deficiency or blood loss. |
| Triglycerides | <150 | Triglycerides are a type of fat in the blood. They are checked to find risk for heart and blood vessel disease. | High levels mean increased risk for heart disease or pancreatitis.
Low levels mean malnutrition or certain genetic conditions. |
| Cholesterol | <200 | Cholesterol, or lipoproteins, is checked to find risk for heart and blood vessel disease. It includes LDL, HDL, and total cholesterol. | High levels mean increased risk for heart disease.
Low levels mean malnutrition or certain genetic conditions. |
| HDL/LDL/VLDL | HDL: >40, LDL: <100, VLDL: 5-40 | HDL, LDL, and VLDL are types of cholesterol. They help find risk for heart and blood vessel disease. | High levels of LDL/VLDL mean higher risk for heart disease; high HDL is protective.
Low levels of HDL mean higher risk for heart disease; low LDL/VLDL is usually good. |
| LDL/HDL Ratio | <3.5 | This ratio compares “bad” to “good” cholesterol. It helps find risk for heart and blood vessel disease. | High levels mean higher risk for heart disease.
Low levels mean lower risk for heart disease. |
| Total Chol/HDL Ratio | <5.0 | This ratio compares total cholesterol to HDL. It helps find risk for heart and blood vessel disease. | High levels mean higher risk for heart disease.
Low levels mean lower risk for heart disease. |
| CBC/differential | WBC: 3.8-10.8, RBC: 4.2-5.8, Hgb: 13.2-17.1, Hct: 38.5-50 | CBC checks red and white blood cells and platelets. It helps find anemia, infection, or blood disorders. | High levels mean infection, inflammation, or blood disorders.
Low levels mean anemia or immune problems. |
| Basic Thyroid Panel | TSH: 0.40-4.50, T4: 4.5-12.0, T3 uptake: 24-39, FTI: 1.2-4.9 | This panel checks thyroid hormones. It helps find thyroid problems that can affect energy, weight, and mood. | High levels mean overactive thyroid or hormone imbalance.
Low levels mean underactive thyroid or hormone imbalance. |
| Urinalysis | Negative for protein, glucose, blood, nitrites, leukocytes | Urinalysis checks for protein, sugar, blood, and infection in urine. It helps find kidney, bladder, or infection problems. | High levels mean infection, kidney, or bladder issues.
Low levels mean normal or no findings. |
| HbA1C | 4.8-5.6 | HbA1C shows average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months. It helps find or monitor diabetes. | High levels mean poor blood sugar control or diabetes.
Low levels mean possible low blood sugar or certain blood disorders. |
| TIBC & % iron saturation | TIBC: 250-450, % Sat: 20-50 | TIBC shows the blood’s ability to carry iron. % iron saturation shows how much iron is bound to transport proteins. | High TIBC means iron deficiency; high % sat means iron overload.
Low TIBC means chronic disease; low % sat means iron deficiency. |
| Ferritin | 30-400 | Ferritin shows how much iron is stored in the body. It helps find iron deficiency or overload. | High levels mean iron overload or inflammation.
Low levels mean iron deficiency. |
| CRP (high sensitivity) | <1.0 | High-sensitivity CRP checks for low levels of inflammation. It helps find risk for heart and chronic conditions. | High levels mean increased inflammation or risk for heart disease.
Low levels mean low or no inflammation. |
Reference ranges can change over time. For the most current values, visit the Quest Diagnostics lab test directory.
Health Check Plus FAQ
Is there Health Check Plus testing near me?
You can find nearby locations for Health Check Plus using the patient service center locator, which also lists mobile phlebotomy options. For people who need regular blood draws to monitor changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, or iron, having a convenient site makes it easier to keep up with testing and avoid missing important checks.
What is the cost of the test?
The price for this test includes all fees, including sample collection at patient service center locations. Ordering this test is worth it if you want to track changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, or iron before they become harder to manage.
How often should I retest?
Most people retest every 6 to 12 months, or as recommended by their doctor, to track changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, iron, and organ function. Regular retesting helps catch changes early, so you and your doctor can make timely adjustments to your care.
How accurate is the test?
This test uses automated analyzers and immunoassays for blood and urine samples, with specificity and sensitivity both above 98%. All tests at TrueHealthLabs.com are performed by CLIA-certified labs, meeting strict quality and precision standards.
Important Notes
None.
Medical Review Board
Reviewed by Jeff Donohue M.D. from Body Logic and Brady Hurst DC, CCCN. Written by True Health Lab’s team of editorial health contributors.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
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