Summary of "Check These Biomarkers on Your Next Blood Test - Rhonda Patrick"

Key Biomarkers and Tests:

Lipid Panel (important for cardiovascular health):
- Total cholesterol
- HDL particle number and size
- LDL particle number and size
- Triglycerides
- VLDL
- Ratios:
  - HDL to triglyceride
  - VLDL to triglyceride
  - Non-HDL
  - Small dense LDL percentage
  - APO B particle number
  - APO A1 to APO B ratio
  - Lp(a)
Homocysteine: An amino acid linked to heart disease if levels are high.
Basic Metabolic Panel: Measures glucose, calcium, electrolytes, kidney function, muscle function, and heart function.
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c): Shows average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months.
Fasting Insulin Level: Used to assess insulin resistance, a precursor to type 2 diabetes.
Inflammatory Biomarkers:
- High sensitivity C-reactive protein
- Fibrinogen
Thyroid Function Tests:
- TSH
- Free T4
- T3
- Thyroid antibodies
Complete Blood Cell Count: Assesses various blood cells.
Vitamin D Levels: Important for overall health.
Omega-3 Index Test: Measures omega-3 fatty acids in the blood.
Sex Hormones: Testosterone and estradiol levels.
IGF-1: Insulin-like growth factor 1, relevant for growth and metabolism.

Additional Tests:

Gut Health Tests: Recommended for optimizing gut health and assessing inflammatory markers and gut permeability.

Recommended Testing Sources:

Omega Quant: Leader in omega-3 index testing.
GooVa Diagnostics: Offers gut health tests.
Thorne: Provides tests previously offered by Wellness FX.
Life Extension: Offers customizable panels for cardiovascular and other health assessments.

Researchers or Sources Featured:

Rhonda Patrick
Omega Quant
GooVa Diagnostics
Thorne
Life Extension

In the video, Rhonda Patrick discusses various diagnostic tests that can help manage health as one ages. She emphasizes the importance of working with qualified medical professionals when selecting tests.