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Metabolic Syndrome Extended Test

Understand Your Metabolism. Identify Your Risks. Protect Your
Future Health.

£147.06

£125

SAVE £22.06
(15% OFF)

Comprehensive Diabetes

and Insulin Assessment

£125 £147.06
SAVE £22.06 • 15% OFF

Advanced Cholesterol

and Cardiovascular Analysis

Metabolic-hormone

and Inflammation Testing

Results Usually Available

within 2 Working Days *

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The Metabolic Syndrome Extended Test is a comprehensive blood assessment examining the interconnected factors associated with insulin resistance, diabetes, abnormal cholesterol, inflammation and excess body fat.

Unlike a basic glucose or cholesterol test, this advanced panel assesses insulin production, pancreatic function, detailed lipoproteins and important metabolic hormones, including leptin, adiponectin and resistin.

It provides a deeper understanding of metabolic health and may identify concerning patterns before they progress to type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease.

health-snapshot

Ideal For

Someone Seeking Deep Insights into Heart Health, Hidden Insulin Resistance, Diabetes, or Stroke Risk

Weight and Metabolic Health

Blood-Sugar Health

Heart and Cardiovascular Health

Preventive Health

Diabetes & Blood-Sugar Health
Insulin Production & Pancreatic Function
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Advanced Lipoprotein Assessment
Metabolic Syndrome Assessment
Metabolic & Body-Fat Hormones
Inflammation & Cardiovascular Risk
Ayurvedic Metabolic-Health Assessment

What We Assess

Includes:

Your Appointment Includes

  • Pre-test health and medical questionnaire
  • Review of metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors
  • Review of family history
  • Review of prescribed medicines and supplements
  • Blood-pressure measurement
  • Weight and body-mass index assessment
  • Waist-circumference measurement
  • Professional venous blood-sample collection
  • Comprehensive laboratory testing
  • Diabetes and glucose assessment
  • Insulin and C-peptide assessment
  • Standard cholesterol profile
  • Advanced lipoprotein assessment
  • Metabolic-hormone analysis
  • Inflammation assessment
  • Secure laboratory report
  • Clinical explanation of your results
  • Ayurvedic metabolic-health assessment
  • Personalised dietary recommendations
  • Physical-activity and lifestyle guidance
  • Weight-management recommendations
  • Advice regarding appropriate GP or specialist follow-up

Preparation Before Your Test

Fast for 8–12 hours (water only)

Stay well hydrated

Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours

Avoid smoking for 30 minutes before your appointment

Stop non-prescribed supplements (including Biotin) 48 hours beforehand

If testing testosterone, choose a morning appointment

Allow approximately 30 minutes for your visit

How it works
How It Works
Book your appointment

1

Book Your Appointment

Choose a convenient appointment at Dr Ashok's Ayurveda Clinic.

Health Assessment

2

Health Assessment

We review your medical history, symptoms, medication, family history, lifestyle and metabolic-health concerns.

Clinical Measurements

3

Clinical Measurements

Your blood pressure, weight, body-mass index and waist circumference are assessed where appropriate.

Blood Sample Collection

4

Blood Sample Collection

A trained phlebotomist collects the required venous blood samples.

Laboratory Analysis

5

Laboratory Analysis

The laboratory analyses your glucose, insulin, lipid, inflammatory and metabolic-hormone markers.

Receive Your Results

6

Receive Your Results

Results are usually available within 48 hours after the laboratory receives your samples.

Personal Consultation

7

Personal Consultation

Your results are explained clearly and considered alongside your symptoms, measurements and medical history. You receive personalised recommendations and appropriate follow-up advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Metabolic syndrome describes a combination of risk factors that commonly includes abdominal obesity, raised blood pressure, elevated blood glucose, high triglycerides and low HDL cholesterol. Together, these factors increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

No. It is a cluster of interconnected metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors rather than one isolated disease.

Yes. Fasting for approximately 8–10 hours is recommended because the panel includes glucose, insulin, C-peptide and triglycerides. Plain water is permitted.

Allow approximately 30–60 minutes for the health assessment, clinical measurements and blood-sample collection.

Results are usually available within 48 hours after the samples reach the laboratory. Turnaround times may occasionally vary.

Insulin measures circulating insulin. C-peptide helps indicate how much insulin the pancreas is producing naturally. Considering both can
provide additional information about pancreatic function and insulin regulation.

Apolipoproteins provide information about the particles that transport cholesterol and triglycerides. Apolipoprotein B may offer additional
insight into the number of potentially harmful cholesterol-carrying particles.

Lipoprotein(a) is a largely inherited cardiovascular risk factor that is not included in a routine cholesterol profile. A raised level may be
important even when standard cholesterol results appear satisfactory.

Glucose and HbA1c can support the diagnosis of diabetes when interpreted according to recognised clinical criteria. Abnormal results may
require confirmation and review by a GP or another appropriately qualified clinician.

The combination of insulin, glucose, HbA1c and C-peptide can provide valuable information. However, no single result should be used
alone to diagnose insulin resistance.

It may identify metabolic factors associated with weight regulation. However, body weight is also influenced by diet, physical activity, sleep,
medication, hormones, medical conditions and other individual factors.

Yes. Your clinician will review your laboratory findings, explain any abnormalities and provide personalised recommendations.

Your results will be explained, and you will receive guidance about dietary and lifestyle changes, repeat testing, further investigation or
referral to your GP or a specialist where appropriate.

It may support broader metabolic and cardiovascular-risk assessment. However, it does not replace regular diabetes reviews, medication
monitoring or care provided by your GP or diabetes team.

Ready to Take Control of Your Metabolic Health?


Test your insulin, diabetes risk, cholesterol, and hormones with clear health
insights and expert guidance.

Book your Metabolic Syndrome Blood Test - £125

Understand Your Blood Sugar | Assess Insulin Resistance | Protect Your Heart