Basic Screen
This screen provides a focused overview of organ function, heart risk, and blood health. It is ideal for routine general health monitoring.
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2-3 days
Biomarkers count
38
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Overview of the Basic Screen
The Basic Screen is a general health blood test designed to provide a practical overview of several important areas of health from a single blood draw. It assesses blood cell health, liver and kidney function, cholesterol balance, inflammation and blood glucose.
This is a 38-biomarker health panel, making it suitable for routine health monitoring, establishing a baseline or checking several core health areas together rather than ordering individual tests separately. It includes a Full Blood Count, kidney and electrolyte markers, liver markers, a lipid profile, High Sensitivity CRP and glucose.
The Basic Screen can provide useful laboratory information, but individual results should not be interpreted in isolation. Results should be considered alongside symptoms, medical history, medications, lifestyle factors and previous blood tests, with professional clinical advice where appropriate.
What Does the Basic Screen Contain?
This test measures 38 biomarkers across blood health, kidney function, electrolytes, liver function, cardiovascular health, inflammation and glucose regulation.
Basophils - Measures a type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions and immune responses.
Eosinophils - Measures white blood cells involved particularly in allergic responses and defence against some parasitic infections.
Haemoglobin - Measures the oxygen-carrying protein within red blood cells and is an important marker when assessing anaemia and general blood health.
Lymphocytes - Measures white blood cells that play an important role in immune defence, including responses to infections.
MCH - Measures the average amount of haemoglobin contained within each red blood cell and can provide additional information when assessing different patterns of anaemia.
MCHC - Measures the average concentration of haemoglobin within red blood cells and is interpreted alongside other red cell indices.
MCV - Measures the average size of red blood cells and can help distinguish different patterns of anaemia.
Monocytes - Measures white blood cells involved in immune defence, inflammation and the removal of damaged cells and microorganisms.
MPV - Measures the average size of platelets and provides additional information about platelet production and activity.
Neutrophils - Measures the most abundant type of white blood cell and plays an important role in the body's response to bacterial infection and inflammation.
HCT - Measures the proportion of blood made up of red blood cells and provides information relevant to anaemia, hydration and red blood cell concentration.
Platelets - Measures cells involved in normal blood clot formation and the prevention of excessive bleeding.
Red Blood Count - Measures the number of red blood cells circulating in the blood and contributes to the assessment of oxygen-carrying capacity and anaemia.
RDW - Measures variation in red blood cell size and can provide additional information when investigating anaemia or changes in red blood cell production.
White cell count - Measures the total number of white blood cells and provides an overview of immune and infection-related blood activity.
Bicarbonate - Measures bicarbonate in the blood, which helps maintain the body's acid-base balance and is interpreted alongside kidney function and other electrolytes.
Chloride - Measures an important electrolyte involved in fluid balance and acid-base regulation.
Creatinine - Measures a waste product produced by normal muscle metabolism and is commonly used to assess kidney filtration.
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) - Provides an estimated measure of how effectively the kidneys are filtering waste from the blood.
Phosphate - Measures a mineral involved in bone health, energy production and cellular function, with levels influenced by kidney and hormonal regulation.
Potassium - Measures an electrolyte essential for normal heart rhythm, muscle contraction and nerve function.
Sodium - Measures a major electrolyte involved in fluid balance, nerve signalling and normal cellular function.
Urea - Measures a waste product formed during protein metabolism and provides information relevant to kidney function and hydration.
Aspartate Aminotransferase - Measures an enzyme found in the liver, muscles and other tissues. Raised levels may occur when cells containing AST are injured or stressed.
Alanine Aminotransferase - Measures an enzyme found predominantly in the liver and commonly used when assessing possible liver cell irritation or injury.
Albumin - Measures the main protein produced by the liver and provides information relevant to liver function, nutritional status and fluid balance.
Alkaline Phosphatase - Measures an enzyme found particularly in the liver, bile ducts and bone.
Gamma-glutamyltransferase - Measures an enzyme associated mainly with the liver and biliary system and can provide additional context when assessing liver-related blood results.
Total Bilirubin - Measures bilirubin produced during normal red blood cell breakdown and processed by the liver, providing information relevant to liver and biliary function.
Total Protein - Measures the total amount of protein in the blood, predominantly albumin and globulins, and provides information relevant to nutrition, liver function and overall protein balance.
HDL Cholesterol - Measures cholesterol transported by high-density lipoproteins and forms part of the overall assessment of cardiovascular risk.
LDL Cholesterol - Measures cholesterol transported mainly by low-density lipoproteins and is an important marker when assessing cardiovascular risk.
Non-HDL Cholesterol - Measures cholesterol carried by potentially atherogenic lipoproteins other than HDL and can provide additional information about cardiovascular risk.
Total Cholesterol - Measures the overall amount of cholesterol circulating in the blood and is interpreted alongside HDL, LDL, non-HDL cholesterol and triglycerides.
Total Cholesterol/HDL Cholesterol Ratio - Compares total cholesterol with HDL cholesterol and provides additional information about cholesterol balance.
Triglycerides - Measures circulating blood fats influenced by diet, metabolism, alcohol intake and other health factors.
High Sensitivity CRP - Measures low concentrations of C-reactive protein and provides information about systemic inflammation and, where clinically appropriate, cardiovascular risk.
Glucose - Measures the amount of glucose circulating in the blood at the time of collection and provides information relevant to blood sugar regulation.
Who May Benefit From the Basic Screen ?
This test may be suitable for people who want to obtain a broad overview of general health using a practical panel of core blood markers.
Arrange a routine general health check – Review several important areas of health within one blood test.
Establish a baseline for future comparison – Create a set of laboratory results that can be compared with future health checks.
Check liver and kidney function – Review markers associated with two of the body's major organ systems.
Assess cholesterol and cardiovascular markers – Check LDL, HDL, triglycerides, total cholesterol and the cholesterol ratio.
Review blood cell health – Include a Full Blood Count with a five-part white cell differential as part of general health monitoring.
Check blood glucose – Obtain a current measurement of blood sugar alongside other metabolic markers.
Assess an inflammation marker – Measure High Sensitivity CRP as part of a wider health assessment.
Monitor changes after lifestyle adjustments – Compare results following changes to diet, exercise, alcohol intake or other health behaviours.
Arrange a private blood test in London – Access general health testing without waiting for a routine GP referral.
Symptoms and Reasons to Consider the Basic Screen
You may wish to consider the Basic Screen if you are experiencing general symptoms or health concerns and would like a broad assessment of blood health, organ function, cardiovascular markers, inflammation and glucose.
Persistent tiredness or low energy – A broad health screen can help identify laboratory patterns that may warrant further investigation.
Unexplained weakness – Blood cell, glucose, electrolyte and organ-function markers may provide useful clinical context.
Dizziness or feeling generally unwell – These non-specific symptoms can have many causes and may justify a general blood assessment.
Changes in weight – Unexplained weight gain or loss may be one reason to review metabolic and general health markers.
Increased thirst or changes in urination – Glucose, kidney function and electrolyte markers may be relevant when these symptoms are being investigated.
Concerns about cholesterol – The panel measures total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides and the Total Cholesterol/HDL Cholesterol Ratio.
Concerns about liver health – The screen includes several liver-related enzymes and proteins that can provide useful laboratory information.
Concerns about kidney health – Creatinine, eGFR, urea and electrolytes provide information relevant to kidney filtration and fluid balance.
Recent lifestyle changes – The Basic Screen can provide a useful comparison after changes involving diet, exercise, weight or alcohol intake.
Routine preventative health monitoring – Testing may be useful even without specific symptoms when establishing or reviewing a general health baseline.
The biomarkers within the Basic Screen assess several different physiological systems. Changes in one marker may sometimes be temporary or influenced by factors such as hydration, recent meals, exercise, infection, alcohol intake or medication, which is why the overall pattern is often more informative than an isolated result.
Symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, weakness or weight changes can have many possible causes. Results should be interpreted alongside symptoms, medical history, age, sex, medications and relevant clinical background. Normal results do not rule out every health condition, and abnormal results do not automatically establish a diagnosis.
How to Prepare
If your aim is to establish a routine baseline rather than investigate an acute illness, testing when you are otherwise well may provide a more representative picture of your usual health. Follow any specific instructions supplied with your booking.
How to Book Your Basic Screen in London
Booking your Basic Screen with London Blood Tests is simple and designed to fit around your schedule.
Choose the Basic Screen
Select the Basic Screen online and review the included biomarkers before booking.
Select your sample collection option
Choose an in-clinic blood draw (+£35) or a home or hotel phlebotomy visit (+£60) where a qualified phlebotomist collects your sample.
Attend your appointment
A trained professional will collect your blood sample safely and efficiently at the clinic or during your arranged home or hotel visit.
Laboratory analysis
Your sample is sent to the laboratory, where the Full Blood Count, kidney function, liver function, cholesterol profile, High Sensitivity CRP and glucose markers are analysed.
Receive your results securely
Your results are sent securely by email, ready to review yourself or discuss with a GP, specialist or qualified clinician.
When Will I Receive My Results?
The expected turnaround time for the Basic Screen is approximately 1 business day.
Results are sent securely by email once laboratory analysis and authorisation are complete. Turnaround normally begins when the laboratory receives your blood sample rather than necessarily from the time your sample is collected.
Most markers within this panel are routinely processed, although occasional laboratory delays or the need to repeat an analysis may extend the expected turnaround. Results outside the expected range should be reviewed with a GP or suitably qualified healthcare professional where appropriate.
Understanding Your Results
Your Basic Screen report will provide individual results together with the reference ranges used by the analysing laboratory. Reference ranges can vary between laboratories, analytical methods, age groups and other clinical factors.
A result within the reference range does not always rule out a health issue, while a result outside the expected range does not automatically mean that a medical condition is present. For example, glucose can be influenced by recent food intake, liver enzymes by exercise or alcohol, and High Sensitivity CRP by infection or inflammation.
The overall pattern should be interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history, age, sex, medications, lifestyle and previous laboratory results. If several results are abnormal, values are substantially outside the laboratory range or you have persistent symptoms, speak with a GP or suitably qualified clinician.
Why Book With London Blood Tests?
Private blood testing in London – Access the Basic Screen as a convenient private general health blood test.
Clinic and home visit options – Choose an in-clinic appointment or arrange home or hotel phlebotomy depending on location and availability.
Broad general health assessment – Review blood health, liver and kidney function, cholesterol, inflammation and glucose within one panel.
Secure results by email – Receive your authorised laboratory report securely once analysis is complete.
Clear pricing before booking – The Basic Screen is priced at £99, with sample collection options shown separately.
Convenient appointment process – Arrange private blood testing around your schedule.
Support with choosing the right test – London Blood Tests can help if you are unsure whether the Basic Screen or a more comprehensive health profile better suits your needs.
Private testing without a long wait – Access routine health monitoring without relying solely on standard referral pathways.
Private Basic Screen Blood Test Profile in London
London Blood Tests provides the private Basic Screen blood test in London for people seeking a practical overview of blood health, liver and kidney function, cholesterol, inflammation and glucose.
Clinic appointments are available alongside home and hotel phlebotomy depending on location and availability. Flexible sample collection can make it easier to arrange a private blood test near me while keeping the process discreet and convenient.
The Basic Screen may provide useful laboratory information before speaking with a GP, specialist or other healthcare professional. It can be used for general health monitoring or as a baseline for future comparison, but it does not replace clinical assessment when symptoms or specific health concerns require investigation.