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Before a GLP-1

Metabolic Baseline

Confirms you are a safe fit for a GLP-1 and sets the starting point you will measure progress against.

Provider-reviewedQuest or Labcorp drawResults in 3–5 business days
~25Biomarkers
6Body systems
$___One-time · TBD
Metabolic Baseline
HbA1cIdeal5.2%
Fasting insulinBorderline11µIU/mL
TriglyceridesIdeal96mg/dL
Sample score
72
Sample
Who it's for

Built for where you are now.

Starting a GLP-1

Your provider needs a metabolic and organ-health baseline.

Weight not moving

See whether blood sugar or insulin is working against you.

Tracking progress

Retest to see what changed beyond the scale.

What's tested

~25 markers, grouped by system.

Final marker list is confirmed with our lab partner.

Blood sugar

  • Fasting glucose
  • HbA1c
  • Fasting insulin

Lipids

  • Total cholesterol
  • LDL cholesterol
  • HDL cholesterol
  • Triglycerides

Liver

  • ALT
  • AST
  • Albumin
  • Bilirubin

Kidney & electrolytes

  • Creatinine
  • eGFR
  • BUN
  • Sodium
  • Potassium

Blood health (CBC)

  • WBC
  • RBC
  • Hemoglobin
  • Hematocrit
  • Platelets

Thyroid

  • TSH
Your results

Every marker, against ideal ranges.

Standard ranges only flag disease. Your report shows where each marker sits against ideal ranges, and your provider adds a note with next steps.

Metabolic BaselineSAMPLE REPORT
HbA1c5.2 % Ideal
Fasting insulin11 µIU/mL Borderline
Triglycerides96 mg/dL Ideal

Provider note: "Vitamin D and ferritin are both low and could be contributing to your fatigue. Let's correct them and retest in 12 weeks." Illustrative example.

What's included

Everything, one price.

  • Lab order written by a licensed provider
  • Draw at a Quest or Labcorp near you
  • Results in 3–5 business days
  • Provider review with next steps
  • Lab fee credited toward your first protocol within 30 days
Before your draw

Fast for 8–12 hours before your draw (water is fine).

Bring a photo ID. Most draws take about 15 minutes.

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

More in our full FAQ.

Who reviews my results?

A licensed U.S. provider reviews every result and adds next steps.

What if something is out of range?

Your provider will contact you with recommendations, which may include retesting, treatment, or a referral to in-person care.

How often should I test?

Most women retest every 3–6 months while on treatment and once a year otherwise. Your provider will recommend a schedule.

Do I need insurance?

No. Lab panels are cash-pay with one upfront price.

Is this medical advice?

Your results come with a provider review. The sample values on this page are illustrative only.

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