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Private Sports Performance Blood Test in London for £259, assessing hormones, recovery, cardiovascular and metabolic health.

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Overview of the Sports Performance Profile

The Sports Performance Blood Test is a targeted private health screening designed to support individuals who are focused on fitness, training outcomes, recovery and overall athletic wellbeing. It provides insight into key physiological systems that may influence energy levels, endurance, strength, recovery and hormonal balance.

This panel includes 25 biomarkers and laboratory assessments, covering cardiovascular health, metabolic function, thyroid activity, inflammation, nutrient status, muscle recovery and hormone balance. It is designed to provide a practical overview of performance-related health markers in a single test.

As with all laboratory testing, results should be interpreted in context alongside training load, symptoms, medical history, nutrition, hydration, lifestyle factors and professional clinical or sports science advice where appropriate.

What Does the Sports Performance Profile Contain?

This Sports Performance Profile provides a comprehensive assessment of the key biomarkers involved in athletic performance, recovery, cardiovascular health, hormone balance, nutritional status and overall wellbeing. It is designed for athletes and active individuals who want to optimise training, monitor recovery and identify factors that may affect performance.

Full Blood Count (FBC)

Full Blood Count (FBC) - Provides an overview of red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets to help assess oxygen transport, recovery and overall health.

Kidney Function & Electrolytes

Urea - A marker of protein metabolism and kidney function.

Creatinine - A key marker used to assess kidney function and muscle metabolism.

eGFR - Estimates how efficiently your kidneys filter waste from the blood.

Sodium - An essential electrolyte involved in fluid balance.

Potassium - Important for muscle contraction and nerve function.

Chloride - Helps maintain fluid and acid-base balance.

Bicarbonate - Helps assess the body's acid-base balance and metabolic function.

Phosphate - Important for energy production, bone health and muscle function.

Liver Function & Protein Status

Total Protein - Measures overall protein levels in the blood.

Albumin - A major protein important for transport functions and recovery.

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) - An enzyme linked to liver and bone health.

Bilirubin - A marker of liver function and red blood cell breakdown.

ALT - A liver enzyme associated with liver cell integrity.

AST - A liver and muscle-related enzyme.

Gamma GT (GGT) - A marker associated with liver and biliary function.

Cardiovascular Health

Total Cholesterol - Measures overall cholesterol levels.

Triglycerides - A marker of fat metabolism and energy storage.

HDL Cholesterol - Often referred to as "good cholesterol".

LDL Cholesterol - Often referred to as "bad cholesterol".

Cholesterol Ratio - A ratio used in cardiovascular risk assessment.

Non-HDL Cholesterol - Measures cholesterol associated with cardiovascular risk.

Apolipoprotein A (ApoA) - A key protein associated with HDL function.

Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) - A protein associated with atherogenic lipoproteins.

Diabetes & Blood Sugar

Glucose - Measures blood sugar levels at the time of testing.

HbA1c - Reflects average blood glucose over the previous 2–3 months.

Thyroid Function

TSH - Regulates thyroid hormone production.

Free T4 - Measures circulating thyroxine hormone.

Free T3 - Measures the active thyroid hormone.

Hormonal Health

Total Testosterone - The primary hormone involved in muscle development, recovery and performance.

Free Testosterone - Represents the biologically active testosterone available to the body's tissues.

Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) - A protein that binds sex hormones and influences hormone availability.

Free Androgen Index (FAI) - A calculated marker of biologically available testosterone.

Luteinising Hormone (LH) - Regulates testosterone production and reproductive hormone function.

Cortisol - The body's primary stress hormone involved in metabolism and recovery.

DHEA-S - An adrenal hormone involved in energy production and hormone synthesis.

Iron Status

Iron - Measures circulating iron levels.

Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) - Measures the blood's capacity to bind and transport iron.

Transferrin - The main protein responsible for transporting iron throughout the body.

Transferrin Saturation - Indicates the percentage of transferrin carrying iron.

Ferritin - Reflects the body's stored iron levels.

Vitamins & Essential Nutrients

Vitamin D (25-OH) - Important for muscle strength, bone health and immune function.

Vitamin B12 - Essential for energy production and red blood cell formation.

Folate (Vitamin B9) - Supports DNA synthesis and healthy red blood cell production.

Magnesium - Supports muscle contraction, nerve function and energy production.

Bone Health

Calcium - Essential for healthy bones, muscle contraction and nerve function.

Phosphate - Important for bone health, muscle function and cellular energy production.

Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) - Regulates calcium and phosphate balance to support healthy bones.

Muscle Recovery

Creatine Kinase (CK) - A marker of muscle stress and recovery following exercise.

Inflammation

High-sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP) - A highly sensitive marker of inflammation associated with training load and overall health.

The Sports Performance Profile combines key biomarkers related to fitness, recovery, cardiovascular health, hormone balance and nutrition, providing valuable insights to support athletic performance and long-term wellbeing. Results should always be interpreted alongside your symptoms, training programme and clinical assessment by a qualified healthcare professional.

Who May Benefit From the Sports Performance Test ?

This test may be suitable for people who want to:

Gaining insight into the factors affecting endurance and strength can help inform more effective and targeted training decisions. This panel assesses key performance markers to support a structured and evidence-based approach to athletic development.

Tracking muscle stress, inflammation and hormonal balance is essential for understanding how well the body is recovering between sessions. This test provides a detailed overview of recovery markers to help prevent burnout and support consistent progress.

Optimising nutrition and physiological readiness is key to getting the most out of a structured training programme. This panel identifies any nutritional or hormonal imbalances that may be limiting performance or hindering progress.

Reviewing lipid and inflammation profiles provides a clearer picture of cardiovascular health and associated risk factors. Maintaining healthy cardiovascular markers is essential for both athletic performance and long-term wellbeing.

Checking testosterone, cortisol and related hormones helps to understand how hormonal status may be influencing energy, recovery and overall performance. Imbalances in these markers can have a significant impact on training outcomes and physical condition.

Assessing vitamins, minerals and iron status can highlight deficiencies that may be affecting energy, endurance and recovery. Addressing these gaps through diet or supplementation can make a meaningful difference to overall athletic performance.

Reviewing glucose and long-term blood sugar control helps to assess how efficiently the body is converting fuel into energy during training. Optimising metabolic function supports sustained energy levels and improved performance throughout training sessions.

Understanding fatigue and recovery markers allows for early identification of signs that the body may be under excessive stress. This test helps ensure training loads remain appropriate and that recovery strategies are effectively supporting the body's needs.

Symptoms and Reasons to Consider the Sports Performance Profile

You may wish to consider the Sports Performance if you are experiencing symptoms or concerns that may be linked with reduced exercise performance, slow recovery after training, Persistent fatigue or low energy, Suspected overtraining, changes in strength or endurance, difficulty achieving training goals, concerns about hormonal balance, fluctuating energy levels, nutritional deficiencies affecting performance, preventative sports health monitoring. This test may be relevant if you have:

Reduced exercise performance - A noticeable decline in exercise performance can often be linked to nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, or metabolic changes. This panel helps identify potential causes to support a targeted approach to improvement.

Slow recovery after training - Prolonged recovery between sessions may indicate an underlying issue affecting the body's ability to repair and rebuild. This test assesses key markers related to muscle recovery, inflammation, and nutritional status.

Persistent fatigue or low energy - Ongoing fatigue despite adequate rest can be a sign of low iron, vitamin deficiencies, or hormonal imbalances. This panel helps identify the root cause to support more effective training and overall wellbeing.

Suspected overtraining - Overtraining can place significant stress on the body, leading to hormonal disruption, increased inflammation, and impaired immune function. This test monitors key markers to assess whether the body is coping well with current training demands.

Changes in strength or endurance - Unexpected changes in strength or endurance can indicate shifts in hormonal, nutritional, or metabolic status. This panel assesses relevant markers to help understand what may be driving these changes.

Difficulty achieving training goals - Struggling to meet training goals despite consistent effort may point to an underlying physiological issue. This test provides a detailed assessment of key health markers to help identify any barriers to progress.

Concerns about hormonal balance - Hormonal imbalances can affect energy, performance, and recovery in both male and female athletes. This test evaluates key hormone markers to provide a clearer picture of hormonal health and function.

Fluctuating energy levels - Inconsistent energy during training can be linked to blood sugar imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, or nutritional deficiencies. This test helps identify potential causes to support more stable and sustained energy levels.

Nutritional deficiencies affecting performance - Nutritional deficiencies can significantly impact endurance, strength, and recovery. This panel assesses key vitamins and minerals to identify any gaps that may need addressing through diet or supplementation.

Preventative sports health monitoring - Proactive testing allows potential health issues to be identified before they begin to affect performance or wellbeing. This panel offers a broad assessment of the markers most relevant to athletic health and long-term performance.

The biomarkers included assess multiple systems including cardiovascular health, muscle recovery, hormonal balance, metabolism, inflammation and nutritional status, providing a comprehensive overview of the key factors that can influence athletic performance and overall physical health.

Exercise-related symptoms can have many causes and are rarely the result of a single factor. Results should always be interpreted alongside training load, lifestyle factors, medical history and professional clinical or sports science guidance to ensure a well-rounded and informed approach to performance and health management.

How to Prepare

Fasting
Fasting requirements can depend on the markers included, especially Glucose, LIPP and some metabolic markers. Please follow the instructions given at booking.
Hydration
Drink water before your appointment to support easier sample collection.
Medication
Continue prescribed medication unless your doctor or clinician tells you otherwise. This is especially important for thyroid, hormone, steroid or diabetes-related medication.
Supplements
Supplements may influence hormone and metabolic markers.
Timing
Morning collection may be preferred for Cortisol and some hormone markers. Female hormone results can also vary by cycle day, so follow booking instructions if timing is relevant.
Previous results
Bringing previous results for comparison where available can be particularly helpful in identifying trends, monitoring changes over time, and assessing how the body is responding to training or any adjustments made to nutrition and lifestyle.

How to Book Your Sports Performance Test Profile in London

Booking your Sports Performance with London Blood Tests is simple, with clinic and home visit options available.

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Choose the Sports Performance Test

Select the Sports Performance Test online and review the 25 included marker/profile items before booking.

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Select your sample collection option

Choose a clinic appointment with blood draw from +£35, or request home/hotel phlebotomy from +£60. For home or hotel visits, the phlebotomist collects your sample and sends it to the laboratory.

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Attend your appointment

For clinic appointments, attend your selected London location at the booked time. For home or hotel visits, the phlebotomist attends your address, depending on availability and location.

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Laboratory analysis

Your sample is sent to the laboratory for analysis whether it is collected in clinic or through a home/hotel phlebotomy appointment.

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Receive your results securely

Your results are sent securely by email, ready to review yourself or discuss with a GP, specialist or suitably qualified clinician if needed.

When Will I Receive My Results?

The expected turnaround time for the is approximately 2 working days.

Your results are sent securely by email once laboratory analysis is complete. Turnaround usually begins when the laboratory receives the sample, not necessarily when the sample is collected.

Specialist markers or unexpected laboratory delays may occasionally take longer. Results outside the expected range should be reviewed with a GP, specialist or suitably qualified clinician, particularly if you have symptoms or ongoing health concerns.

Understanding Your Results

Your results will usually be shown with laboratory reference ranges. These ranges can vary between laboratories, testing methods and patient factors.

A normal result does not always rule out a health issue. An abnormal result does not automatically confirm a diagnosis. This is especially important with hormone, thyroid, inflammation, iron and CEA results, which need careful clinical context.

Results should be interpreted alongside symptoms, medical history, age, sex, menstrual cycle timing, medication use, supplements and relevant clinical background. If you are concerned about your results, speak with a GP or suitably qualified clinician.

Why Book With London Blood Tests?

Arrange the Sports Performance Blood Test through a London-based private blood testing service.

Choose a clinic appointment or request a home/hotel phlebotomy visit, depending on availability.

This panel checks hormones, thyroid markers, vitamins, iron, inflammation, glucose, cholesterol and general health markers.

Your results are sent securely once laboratory analysis is complete.

The Sports Performance Blood Test is priced at £259, with sample collection options shown separately.

Book online and choose the collection option that best fits your schedule.

London Blood Tests can help you choose suitable private testing options based on your concerns.

A practical option for women who want a discreet health check without waiting for a GP referral.

Private Sports Performance Blood Test Profile in London

London Blood Tests offers private Sports Performance Blood Test testing in London for individuals seeking to optimise training, recovery and overall physiological performance.

Clinic appointments are available across London, alongside home visit options depending on location and requirements. This provides flexible access to private blood testing for active individuals and athletes.

If you are searching for a private blood test near me, the Sports Performance panel provides valuable laboratory insights that may support discussions with a GP, sports physician or performance specialist. Results are delivered securely following laboratory analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

It assesses 25 biomarkers related to performance, recovery, hormones, cardiovascular health, metabolism and nutrition.

It is suitable for active individuals, gym users and athletes looking to optimise performance and recovery.

Fasting may be required depending on the markers included. Follow booking instructions.

Yes, it includes free testosterone, total testosterone, SHBG and related hormone markers.

It includes metabolic, hormonal and nutritional markers that may be relevant to fatigue assessment.

Yes, supplements may influence hormone, vitamin and metabolic biomarkers.

Results are typically available within 2 working days.

Yes, London Blood Tests provides Sports Performance testing across London.

Yes, home or training-site phlebotomy visits are available depending on location.

Consultations can be arranged separately if required, including GP and specialist options.
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