Long Covid Profile

For those experiencing persistent symptoms after recovering from COVID-19. The Wells' Long COVID Profile is a blood test that uncovers underlying issues, providing personalised insights for enhanced symptom management and improved quality of life.

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Based on 119 patient reviews

Analysing Biomarkers, Providing Personalised Insights, and Tailoring Treatment Plans

The Wells' Long COVID Profile is a blood test designed for individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 but still experience persistent symptoms. We uncover underlying issues and imbalances by analysing a wide range of biomarkers, providing personalised insights for enhanced symptom management and improved quality of life.

What it includes

  • A comprehensive blood test conducted by a healthcare professional at our clinic.
  • Doctor-reviewed results with written comments and advice provided.
  • Optional results consultation with a doctor is available at a discounted rate.
  • Please scroll down the page for a complete list of biomarkers included in the test.

Why take a Long Covid Profile Test

  1. Gain valuable health benefits with the Long COVID Profile test.
  2. Uncover underlying issues, receive personalised insights for improved symptom management and complete recovery from COVID-19.

Age restriction on blood tests

We're unable to offer blood tests for those under the age of 18 unless it is part of a routine GP appointment and the clinician believes it suitable.

What biomarkers are tested in the Long Covid Profile Test?

The Long COVID Profile assesses biomarkers such as liver health profile, iron status profile, blood count, pancreatic health, heart health profile, CRP, D-dimer, vitamin D, CK, CK-MB, myoglobin, kidney health, and glucose levels.

Heart health profile

  • HDL and LDL cholesterol: HDL (good) and LDL (bad) cholesterol are measured to assess cholesterol levels.
  • Triglycerides: a measure of the actual fat in your blood.

Full Iron status

  • Ferritin: A biomarker reflecting iron levels in the body. The test measures ferritin levels to diagnose iron deficiency or excess, monitor treatment, and evaluate conditions like anaemia and liver disease.
  • Serum Iron: Measures the amount of iron in the blood.
  • Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC): Measures the blood's ability to bind iron. The test helps diagnose and monitor conditions related to iron metabolism and anaemia. TIBC reflects the body's iron-carrying capacity, aiding in evaluating iron deficiency or overload.
  • Transferrin: A protein that transports iron in the blood. Transferrin test measures its levels to assess iron status and diagnose conditions like anaemia. It helps evaluate iron deficiency and monitor response to treatment.
  • Transferrin saturation (TSAT): Measures the amount of iron bound to transferrin in the blood. This test assesses iron metabolism and helps diagnose iron deficiency or overload. TSAT provides insights into iron status and guides treatment decisions.

Kidney health

  • Creatinine: A waste product produced by muscles from creatine. It helps assess kidney function and muscle health. The biomarker indicates creatinine levels, aiding in detecting and monitoring kidney diseases and evaluating renal function.
  • Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR): A calculation of kidney function by measuring the rate at which the kidneys filter blood. The biomarker assesses renal function, helps diagnose and monitor kidney disease, and guides medication dosing.
  • Cystatin C: Cystatin C is a protein produced by the cells in your body. When kidneys work well, they keep the level of cystatin C in your blood just right. If the level of cystatin C in your blood is too high, it may mean your kidneys are not working well.

Liver health profile

  • Alanine transferase (ALT): An enzyme in the liver that is elevated in people with liver disease, heavy drinkers, and those taking certain medications.
  • Albumin: A protein the liver produces that helps transport substances in the blood. Low levels can indicate liver damage or disease.
  • Alkaline phosphatase (ALP): An enzyme found in the liver and bone. Elevated levels can indicate liver disease or bone-related conditions.
  • Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): An enzyme found in various organs, primarily the liver and heart. The AST test measures its levels in the blood, helping to diagnose liver damage or diseases.
  • Bilirubin: A yellowish pigment produced during the breakdown of red blood cells. High levels can indicate liver disease or a blocked bile duct.
  • Gamma-GT (GGT): An enzyme in the liver that is elevated in people with liver disease, heavy drinkers, and those taking certain medications.

Pancreatic health

  • Lipase: An enzyme that breaks down fats into fatty acids and glycerol. It aids in digestion and nutrient absorption. The biomarker measures lipase levels and helps diagnose pancreatitis and other pancreatic disorders affecting fat digestion.

Full Blood Count

  • Lymphocytes: A white blood cell that plays a key role in the body's immune system, fighting viral infections and cancers.
  • Eosinophils: A white blood cell that plays a role in the body's immune response to allergies and parasitic infections.
  • Monocytes: A white blood cell that plays a role in the immune system by engulfing and digesting foreign particles, such as bacteria and viruses.
  • Neutrophils: A white blood cell that fights bacterial infections.
  • White cell count: A count of the total number of white blood cells in the blood, which can indicate infection or inflammation in the body.
  • Platelet count: The total number of platelets in the blood responsible for clotting and preventing bleeding.

Thyroid health

  • Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) - This biomarker measures the level of TSH produced by the pituitary gland. It stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones. Abnormal levels of TSH can indicate thyroid disease, which can cause fatigue.

Infection and inflammation

  • C-reactive protein (CRP): This biomarker measures the level of inflammation in the body. Elevated levels of CRP can indicate an underlying inflammatory condition that may contribute to fatigue.
  • D-dimer: A biomarker that measures the presence of blood clot breakdown products. Indicating abnormal clotting activity helps diagnose or rule out conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE).

Nutritional health

  • Vitamin D: A vital fat-soluble vitamin that supports bone, muscle, and immune system health. Our bodies can produce most of the Vitamin D they need through exposure to sunlight. Still, we can also obtain it from specific foods and supplements.

Diabetes health

  • Glucose: Vital energy source for the body. Raised glucose levels can detect insulin resistance.

Muscle and  joint health

  • Creatine Kinase (CK): An enzyme found in various tissues, particularly in muscles. It helps assess muscle damage or injury. The biomarker indicates CK levels, aiding in diagnosing and monitoring muscle disorders, heart attacks, and physical exertion-related muscle damage.
  • Creatine kinase-MB (CK-MB): An enzyme found primarily in the heart muscles. It helps diagnose and monitor heart damage, specifically myocardial infarction (heart attack). The biomarker indicates CK-MB levels, aiding in detecting and assessing cardiac injury or stress on the heart.
  • Myoglobin: A protein found in muscles that stores oxygen. It aids in oxygen transport and storage within muscle tissues. The biomarker indicates myoglobin levels, assisting in diagnosing muscle damage, such as heart attacks or skeletal muscle injuries.
  • Troponin-T: Troponin is a protein that's found in the cells of your heart muscle. Normally, troponin levels in blood are so low that only the most sensitive types of tests can measure them. But if your heart muscle is damaged, troponin leaks into your bloodstream, and your troponin blood levels will rise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Are blood tests suitable for children?

We are not able to offer blood tests for those under the age of 18 unless it is part of a routine GP appointment and the clinician believes it suitable.

What is a Long COVID Profile? 

The Long COVID Profile is a comprehensive blood test designed to assess various biomarkers and evaluate the long-term effects of COVID-19 in individuals who have recovered from the virus but continue to experience persistent symptoms.

Why should I consider taking a Long COVID Profile test?

The test provides valuable insights into the underlying issues and imbalances contributing to your ongoing health issues. It helps tailor personalised treatment plans for better symptom management and improved quality of life during your recovery from COVID-19.

Can the Long COVID Profile test help manage my symptoms and recovery? 

The test provides personalised insights into the root causes of your persistent symptoms. With this information, your healthcare provider can develop tailored treatment plans to address your needs and enhance symptom management, optimising your recovery from COVID-19.

How long does receiving the blood test results take? 

We strive to deliver your results as quickly as possible. Results are typically available within a three to four working days.

Can I order specific tests not included in the standard packages? 

Our extensive range of laboratory tests allows for customisation based on your unique needs. Speak with our healthcare professionals to discuss the specific tests you require at the time of your appointment or contact the team in advance: Wells contact details

Can I discuss my blood test results with a doctor? 

Our qualified doctors are available to provide expert advice, interpretation of results, and personalised recommendations based on your blood test findings. Your results will be reviewed by our doctors and sent to you along with written comments and advice. A results consultation with your Wells doctor is available at a discounted rate of £45 which can be booked here, please book four working days after your initial blood test appointment.

Do I need a referral from my GP to access these blood tests? 

No, you can access our private blood tests directly without a referral from your GP. However, we encourage collaboration and communication between your GP and our healthcare professionals for a comprehensive approach to your healthcare.

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