was ist eine gesundheitsanalyse? — which blood markers matter?

A health analysis is a systematic assessment of your current health status, often combining blood markers, genetic variants, microbiome data, and lifestyle factors. Among blood markers, the most clinically relevant include C-reactive protein (CRP) for inflammation, lipid panel (LDL, HDL, triglycerides), fasting glucose and HbA1c for glucose metabolism, vitamin D, iron status (ferritin, transferrin), liver enzymes (ALT, GGT), kidney function (creatinine, urea), and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). However, individual markers are non-specific: a CRP of 5 mg/L may indicate infection, inflammation, or lifestyle factors but requires retesting and clinical correlation. A health analysis is not a diagnosis; it provides orientation. Consumer tests often lack clinical interpretation and may overstate genetic risk (e.g., LCT, FTO). Evidence for these markers is primarily human-observational or guideline-based. Key takeaway: markers like CRP, lipids, and glucose are valuable, but must be interpreted in context of age, sex, comorbidities, and lifestyle. Always consult a physician for abnormal results.