What’s in our ED/I (Erectile Dysfunction/ Impotence Profile) Test?
This panel of tests assesses various aspects of your metabolic, cardiovascular, hormonal, and prostate health:
Cholesterol Profile:
Total Cholesterol: The total amount of cholesterol in your blood, including both good and bad types.
HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein): Known as "good cholesterol," it helps remove bad cholesterol from the bloodstream.
LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein): Known as "bad cholesterol," it can build up in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease.
HDL Percentage: The proportion of your total cholesterol that is HDL.
Non-HDL Cholesterol: Total cholesterol minus HDL, representing the "bad" cholesterol in the bloodstream.
Total HDL Ratio: A measure that compares total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol; a lower ratio is considered healthier.
Triglycerides: A type of fat found in the blood, high levels can increase the risk of heart disease.
Albumin: A protein in the blood that helps maintain blood volume and pressure. Low levels may indicate liver or kidney problems.
Glucose: Measures the amount of sugar in your blood, used to assess your risk of diabetes and overall metabolic health.
HbA1C: The average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months, used to monitor long-term blood sugar control and diagnose diabetes.
SHBG (Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin): A protein that binds to sex hormones like testosterone, affecting their activity in the body.
Total Testosterone: Measures the total amount of testosterone in the blood, including both free and bound forms.
Free Testosterone: The active form of testosterone in the blood, not bound to proteins, and available for use by the body.
Prolactin: A hormone involved in milk production in women but also affects reproductive health and libido in both men and women.
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone): A hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones, which are critical for regulating metabolism.
Total PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen): A protein produced by the prostate, elevated levels may indicate prostate issues, including benign prostatic hyperplasia or prostate cancer.
These tests provide a comprehensive picture of your cardiovascular, hormonal, and metabolic health and can help detect issues like diabetes, heart disease, and hormone imbalances.
