Learn more about the tests included in NOVI Assessment

Wondering what each of the test included in NOVI Assessment does? Read on to learn more!

Hematology (blood) tests

  • Haemoglobin

  • Total red blood cell

  • Haematocrit

  • MCV, MCH, MCHC

  • Total white blood count

  • Differential count

  • Platelets

  • Peripheral blood film

Hematology (blood) test evaluates your levels of various types of blood cells. High or low levels of particular types of cells may indicate disease, such as bone marrow disorders and cancers, as well as nutritional deficiencies.

Diabetes panel

  • HbA1c

  • Fasting glucose

HbA1c test checks your average blood glucose over the past three months or so and can detect prediabetes and diabetes.

Fasting glucose test looks at your blood sugar after you haven’t eaten for at least six hours and is an additional screening test for prediabetes and diabetes.

Lipid/coronary risk profile

  • Total cholesterol, HDL, LDL cholesterol

  • Triglycerides

  • Chol/HDL ratio

  • Hs C-Reactive protein (hsCRP)

Your levels of various types of cholesterol as well as triglycerides show your risk for having a heart attack or stroke.

Hs C-Reactive protein (hsCRP) is a measure of chronic inflammation in the body. These levels are correlated with risk of major events like heart attack and stroke, but can also be raised by other inflammatory processes and infections.

Liver profile

  • Total protein

  • Albumin, globulin, total bilirubin

  • Alkaline phosphatase, SGOT (AST), SGPT (ALT), GGT

These test measure the levels of certain enzymes that are released when the liver is damaged. Higher levels may indicate liver disease such as fatty liver, alcoholic liver disease and liver infection.

Kidney function

  • Urea, creatinine, eGFR

  • Sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate

eGFR/Urea/Creatinine measures the levels of two different waste products that are normally filtered by the kidneys, and calculates the kidney function and how well the kidneys are filtering blood.

Sodium/Potassium/Bicarbonate/Chloride are indicators if your kidneys aren’t functioning normally.

Tumour markers

  • CA125 (Ovaries) or PSA (Prostate)

  • CA19.9 (Pancreas)

  • AFP (Liver)

  • CEA (Colon)

Increases in the levels of certain proteins in the blood can indicate particular types of tumours. Abnormal levels of these proteins indicate the need for further evaluation to check for cancer.

Vitamin D

  • Vitamin D

This vitamin is necessary for good bone health, and healthy functioning of the metabolic systems. Deficiency is common, and testing will show if you may need to take supplements to achieve healthy vitamin D levels.

Bone and joint profile

  • Calcium

  • Uric acid

  • Phosphate

Calcium and phosphate are important components of bone tissue, and normal levels are important for maintaining healthy bones.

Uric acid results from the breakdown of proteins in the body, and elevated levels can increase the risk of gout and kidney stones.

Thyroid profile

  • FT4

  • TSH

The thyroid gland controls energy use and metabolism throughout the body. If this gland isn’t functioning normally, you may experience a variety of symptoms, including changes in body weight, hunger and energy levels.

Hepatitis profile

  • Hepatitis Bs antigen, hepatitis Bs antibody

  • Hepatitis A antibody

Hepatitis A and B are caused by viruses, and can cause serious damage to the liver, including liver cancer. This test will show whether you’re immune to these viruses, so you can be vaccinated if necessary.

Urine and stool analysis

  • Urine FEME

  • Stool occult blood

  • Urine microalbumin/ creatinine ratio

The urine FEME test looks for signs of blood, infection, or other abnormalities that indicate impaired kidney function.

The stool occult blood test looks for signs of microscopic bleeding in your digestive tract, which could indicate cancer or other benign conditions.

The urine microalbumin/ creatinine ratio test checks for protein leakage from the kidney, and can allow your doctor to detect early signs of kidney damage.

Physical examination

  • Height, weight, Body Mass Index (BMI)

  • Body Fat Percentage

  • Waist and hip circumference

  • Visual acuity and color vision

  • Blood pressure measurement

High BMI, body fat percentage, and blood pressure increase the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer.