Metabolic Profile (Health Check-up With Blood Test)

· Those in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia looking for a health check-up program.
· Those with concerns of overall health.
· Those with specific concerns on liver and kidney health.
· Those who wish to have blood sugar levels analyzed.
· Those who wish to keep track of the health condition.

Metabolic Profile is a blood testing procedure consisting of measurements for 14 different substances in your blood. The main purpose of this blood test is focused on providing important information about your body's chemical balance and metabolism, in which metabolism refers to how the body utilizes food and energy.

· Glucose
Sugar level within your body

· Calcium
Essential for the proper functioning of nerves, muscles, and heart

· Sodium, Potassium, Carbon dioxide, Chloride
Electrolytes that help to control the number of fluids and balance the acids and bases in your body

· Albumin
A protein made in the liver

· Total protein
Measurement of the total amount of protein in the blood

· ALP (alkaline phosphatase), ALT (alanine transaminase), AST (aspartate aminotransferase)
Different enzymes made by the liver

· Bilirubin
Waste product made by the liver

· BUN (Blood urea nitrogen), Creatinine
Waste products removed from your blood by kidneys

1. Consultation and examination of basic overall health condition
2. Blood sample will be collected for the blood tests
3. Results will be provided 1 to 2 hrs after the blood collection
4. Results on the liver may take longer to obtain

<Advantages>
· Analyzes important substances within the body
· Helps keep track of health condition
· Helps scan to predict and prevent health problems

<Limitations>
· Results may take some time to be provided

Q1: When is this test ordered?
A1: Metabolic Profile may be ordered at regular intervals when you have an ongoing or long-term condition that is being monitored or when you are taking specific medication that may affect liver or kidney function.

Q2: Can steroids or other hormonal medications affect the results?
A2: Yes, medications can affect the results; be sure to inform your doctor about it prior to taking the tests.

Q3: Do I have to fast before the blood test?
A3: Yes, fasting is required for at least 8 hrs before the blood sample collection.

Q4: Can exercise affect the test results?
A4: Yes, exercising before the test can affect the results.

Q5: Can I drink water during the fasting period?
A5: Water is allowed in a moderate amount of intake during the fasting period.

[Clinic Name] Toscana Medi Clinic
[Location] Kuala Lumpur
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] 1 min walk to Publika Shopping Gallery, 2 mins walk to a bus station (Publika bus station), walking distance to high-end restaurants
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday - Saturday (10:00AM - 7:00PM)