I'm not a doctor, but I'm passionate about health and finding the best for me and my family. This is a place to share that everchanging database with everyone I care about.
If you know me, you know how I love to research stuff and then send texts that are way too long to tell you about it. Well this is my way of trying to consolidate a lot of those things into a helpful resource.
It started as a way to share the slightly overkill list of blood tests I ask my doc for every year, and it's becoming a place for me to put all of my favorite products in one easy to access place.
My goal is to keep it simple, keep the rambling to a minimum, but keep it up to date. That being said, this is a living document so it will be changed and updated over time.
NOTE: As of now this is not even close to final, but the labs below are at least ready to go for download 👍🏻
Jump to Lab Panels →Once-a-year labs to build a baseline you can track over time. Codes included are for Labcorp, covered by most insurance with the correct billing codes (ICD-10).
At your doctor visit, explain that "you're looking to establish a 'normal baseline' that you can track overtime." The idea is you want to know which biomarkers are optimal, not just "normal".
Some docs may push back (ego-dependent) but ideally your doctor is open to working with you and your goals. If not, might be worth trying another doctor who aligns with your values and is preventing focused. Some might also say "if you're asymptomatic you shouldn't test", but that is the point; you want a normal baseline for yourself. If you do have symptoms that's even more of a reason to test.
Framing matters though. Instead of demanding these tests "just because", state your goals clearly. Your goal might be longevity, and you want to focus on preventative care to spot early warning signs, if anything comes up abnormal. (ie. seeing a downward trend over time that never get flagged cause they're within normal ranges).
If they are still questioning this, you can say you have a friend who is a 'health nerd' who put this together for you lol.
On insurance - they will probably tell you some of these won't be covered by insurance. There's a possibility that's true, but that really comes down to the doctor putting in the correct ICD-10 code and some doctors just might not feel comfortable doing that if they feel like they're using codes even though you're asymptomatic. However all preventative minded physicians believe it's just as warranted, so it just comes down to what the doctor is comfortable with.
If this comes up, you can say something like "there are example ICD-10 codes already there that we can try, but even if I have to pay for some of these I would still want to give it a try."
Personally, I've done these labs multiple times a year for the last four years and haven't paid anything, but just know that there is a chance some of these may not be covered and mileage may vary. But I think at the end of the day it's worth the cost to have your data.
Ask for labs to check that everything is optimal, not just normal — that word matters. Day 1 requires a 12-hour fast. Day 2 does not. Hydrate well.
| # | Lab | Code | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) | 322000 | Screens kidney function, liver enzymes, electrolytes, and blood sugar in one draw. Your metabolic foundation. |
| 2 | CBC with Differential | 005009 | Checks red and white blood cells and platelets. Flags anemia, infection, and immune abnormalities. |
| 3 | Urinalysis, Complete with Microscopic | 003772 | Kidney and bladder health, plus early metabolic issues that show up in urine before blood markers shift. |
| 4 | NMR LipoProfile with Lipids | 884247 | Goes beyond total cholesterol to measure actual particle count and size — a far better cardiovascular risk predictor. |
| 5 | Apolipoprotein B | 167015 | The most accurate single marker for cardiovascular risk. Each ApoB particle can deposit in artery walls. |
| 6 | Lipoprotein(a) Test once | 120188 | A genetically determined cardiovascular risk factor. Only need to measure it once — it rarely changes. |
| 7 | Hemoglobin A1c | 001453 | Your 3-month average blood sugar. More reliable than a fasting glucose snapshot. |
| 8 | Insulin, Fasting | 004333 | Elevated fasting insulin is one of the earliest signs of metabolic dysfunction — often rises years before glucose does. |
| 9 | C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac (hs-CRP) | 120766 | Measures systemic inflammation. Elevated levels predict cardiovascular events better than cholesterol alone. |
| 10 | Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) | 001321 | Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency worldwide. TIBC gives context to your iron level. |
| 11 | Ferritin | 004598 | Your iron storage marker. Both very low and very high ferritin are problematic and often missed on standard panels. |
| 12 | Phosphorus | 001024 | Involved in bone health, energy production, and kidney function. Often depleted in processed food-heavy diets. |
| # | Lab | Code | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Homocysteine | 706994 | Elevated levels indicate B-vitamin deficiency and raise risk for cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline. |
| 14 | Thyroid Panel: TSH and Free T4 | 224576 | Standard thyroid check. TSH alone misses a lot — Free T4 shows how much hormone is actually circulating. |
| 15 | Free T3 | 010389 | The active thyroid hormone your cells actually use. Often suboptimal even when TSH looks fine. |
| 16 | Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) Antibody Every 3–5 yrs | 006676 | Detects Hashimoto's thyroiditis, the most common cause of hypothyroidism — often missed for years. |
| 17 | Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSI) Every 3–5 yrs | 140747 | Detects Graves' disease (autoimmune hyperthyroidism). Rules out the other side of the thyroid autoimmune spectrum. |
| 18 | Testosterone, Free and Total | 140103 | Total testosterone is often normal while free testosterone is low. You need both to get the full picture. |
| 19 | Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) | 004309 | In men, elevated FSH can indicate testicular dysfunction. Useful context alongside testosterone levels. |
| 20 | Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy | 081950 | Most people are deficient. Affects immune function, mood, bone health, testosterone production, and more. |
| 21 | Vitamin B12 and Folate | 000810 | Essential for nerve function, DNA synthesis, and methylation. Deficiency is common and consistently underdiagnosed. |
| 22 | Magnesium, RBC | 080283 | Serum magnesium is nearly useless — RBC magnesium shows what's actually inside your cells. Most people are low. |
| 23 | OmegaCheck (Omega-3 and Omega-6 Profile) | 823738 | Measures your omega-3 index and omega-6/omega-3 ratio. Most people are severely omega-3 deficient. |
| 24 | Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) | 001958 | An early liver stress marker. Elevated GGT can precede other liver enzymes and correlates with oxidative stress. |
Show this to your doctor or print it out. ICD-10 codes help them order the correct tests through Labcorp.
322000E78.5005009E78.5003772Z00.00884247E78.5167015E78.5120188E78.5001453Z13.1004333Z13.1120766E78.5001321E61.1004598E61.1001024Z13.88706994E78.5224576Z13.29010389Z13.29006676Z13.29140747Z13.29140103Z13.29004309Z13.29081950E55.9000810E72.11080283Z13.88823738Z13.88001958Z13.88Hormone levels shift throughout your cycle, so timing is key. Day 1 (Cycle Day 3): Book your draw on days 2, 3, or 4 of your cycle. Day 2 (Cycle Day 19–21): Count 7 days back from your expected next period — Day 21 for a 28-day cycle, Day 23 for a 30-day cycle. Fast 10–12 hours for both draws. Book the same cycle days each year for consistent comparisons.
| # | Lab | Code | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) | 004309 | On cycle day 3, FSH reflects ovarian reserve. Rising FSH over time can indicate diminishing egg supply. |
| 2 | Luteinizing Hormone (LH) | 004283 | The LH-to-FSH ratio on Day 3 gives important context for hormonal balance and PCOS risk assessment. |
| 3 | Estradiol | 004515 | Baseline estradiol on Day 3 should be low. Elevated levels can suppress FSH and obscure ovarian reserve results. |
| 4 | Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) | 500183 | The best single marker for ovarian reserve. Stable across the cycle — gives a clear picture of remaining egg supply. |
| 5 | Testosterone, Total (Women/Children, LC/MS-MS) | 070001 | Low testosterone in women causes low libido, fatigue, and poor muscle recovery. Frequently overlooked. |
| 6 | Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG) | 500848 | High SHBG binds free testosterone and estrogen, leaving less bioavailable for your cells to use. |
| 7 | DHEA-Sulfate | 004020 | An adrenal hormone and testosterone precursor. Low levels correlate with fatigue, low libido, and poor stress response. |
| 8 | Prolactin | 004465 | Elevated prolactin can suppress ovulation. A common hidden cause of irregular cycles and fertility issues. |
| 9 | Insulin, Fasting | 004333 | Elevated fasting insulin is one of the earliest signs of metabolic dysfunction — often rises years before glucose. |
| 10 | Hemoglobin A1c | 001453 | Your 3-month average blood sugar. More reliable than a fasting glucose snapshot for tracking metabolic health. |
| 11 | Thyroid Panel: TSH and Free T4 | 224576 | Standard thyroid check. TSH alone misses a lot — Free T4 shows how much hormone is actually circulating. |
| 12 | Free T3 | 010389 | The active thyroid hormone your cells actually use. Often suboptimal even when TSH looks fine. |
| 13 | Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) Antibody Every 3–5 yrs | 006676 | Detects Hashimoto's thyroiditis — the most common thyroid condition in women. Often undiagnosed for years. |
| 14 | Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSI) Every 3–5 yrs | 140747 | Detects Graves' disease (autoimmune hyperthyroidism). Rules out the other side of the thyroid autoimmune spectrum. |
| 15 | Thyroglobulin Antibody (TgAb) Every 3–5 yrs | 006685 | A second thyroid autoimmune marker. Some people make TgAb but not TPO antibodies — you need both to catch all cases. |
| 16 | 17-OH Progesterone, LC/MS Test once | 070085 | Screens for congenital adrenal hyperplasia, a common cause of androgen excess and irregular cycles often missed on standard panels. |
| # | Lab | Code | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Progesterone | 004317 | Peak progesterone mid-luteal phase confirms ovulation occurred. Low levels indicate anovulatory cycles or luteal phase defect. |
| 18 | Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) | 322000 | Screens kidney function, liver enzymes, electrolytes, and blood sugar in one draw. |
| 19 | CBC with Differential | 005009 | Checks red and white blood cells and platelets. Women are at higher risk for iron-deficiency anemia. |
| 20 | Urinalysis, Complete with Microscopic | 003772 | Kidney and bladder health, plus early metabolic issues that show up in urine before blood markers shift. |
| 21 | NMR LipoProfile with Lipids | 884247 | Particle-level cardiovascular risk assessment. More accurate than a standard cholesterol panel. |
| 22 | Apolipoprotein B | 167015 | The most accurate single marker for cardiovascular risk. Each ApoB particle can deposit in artery walls. |
| 23 | Lipoprotein(a) Test once | 120188 | A genetically determined cardiovascular risk factor. Only need to measure it once — it rarely changes. |
| 24 | C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac (hs-CRP) | 120766 | Systemic inflammation marker. Predicts cardiovascular events better than standard cholesterol panels. |
| 25 | Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) | 001321 | Women are at much higher risk for iron deficiency due to menstruation. TIBC gives essential context to your iron level. |
| 26 | Ferritin | 004598 | Iron storage marker. The most sensitive indicator of deficiency — often depleted before anemia develops. |
| 27 | Phosphorus | 001024 | Involved in bone health, energy production, and kidney function. Often low in processed food-heavy diets. |
| 28 | Homocysteine | 706994 | Elevated levels indicate B-vitamin deficiency and raise risk for cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline. |
| 29 | Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy | 081950 | Most people are deficient. Critical for immune function, mood, bone density, and hormonal balance. |
| 30 | Vitamin B12 and Folate | 000810 | Essential for nerve function, DNA synthesis, and fetal development. Deficiency is common and often missed. |
| 31 | Magnesium, RBC | 080283 | RBC magnesium shows intracellular stores — far more accurate than serum magnesium, which can look normal while cells are depleted. |
| 32 | OmegaCheck (Omega-3 and Omega-6 Profile) | 823738 | Measures your omega-3 index and fatty acid ratios. Most people are severely omega-3 deficient. |
| 33 | Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) | 001958 | An early liver stress and oxidative stress marker. Can flag problems before other liver enzymes shift. |
Show this to your doctor or print it out. Hormone labs (19–28) should be drawn on Cycle Day 3; a second draw for progesterone on Cycle Day 19–21.
322000E78.5005009E78.5003772Z00.00884247E78.5167015E78.5120188E78.5001453Z13.1004333Z13.1120766E78.5001321E61.1004598E61.1001024Z13.88706994E78.5224576Z13.29010389Z13.29006676Z13.29140747Z13.29006685Z13.29004309Z13.29004283Z13.29004515Z13.29500183Z13.29070001Z13.29500848Z13.29004020Z13.29004465Z13.29070085Z13.29004317Z13.29081950E55.9000810E72.11080283Z13.88823738Z13.88001958Z13.88These are the supplements I've researched, use myself, and recommend to people who ask. Brands and dosing notes coming soon.
[PLACEHOLDER] Brand, form factor, why I chose this one over others. What to look for and what to avoid.
[PLACEHOLDER] Brand, strain info, why strain specificity matters. Refrigerated vs. shelf-stable.
Organs yo. Desiccated capsule option for the squeamish. Brand rec.
Glycinate vs. oxide vs. threonate - most people are deficient. Dosing note and brand rec.
Additional supplements will be added as I finalize my notes.
Products I've vetted and use at home. Affiliate links are labeled clearly — I only recommend things I actually buy.
Sunscreen, clothing, sandals — recs coming once I finalize my notes.
Short answer: Fullscript first, then Amazon. TrueMed if you have an HSA.
Dispensary-grade supplements. Authentic products, good pricing, fast shipping. My default first stop. Use the link for a public discount — not affiliate, just a discount for you.
[Add Fullscript link]Sometimes cheaper than Fullscript for the same products — worth checking both before buying. Stick to brands with third-party testing (NSF, USP, or Informed Sport certified).
If you have an HSA or FSA, TrueMed lets you use pre-tax dollars on eligible supplements. Legitimate way to save 20–40% depending on your tax bracket. Worth looking into.
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