Muscle Health
Muscle Health encompasses the state and function of the body's muscle tissue, which plays a crucial role in movement, posture, and overall physical well-being. Healthy muscles allow for fluid movement, strength, and endurance, while also aiding in metabolism and supporting the function of organs. However, muscle health can be compromised by factors such as injury, overuse, disease, or lack of activity. When muscles are damaged - whether through trauma, strenuous exercise, infections, or chronic conditions - they can weaken, become inflamed, or fail to repair effectively. Monitoring muscle health provides insights into how well your muscles are functioning, their recovery capacity, and how to maintain or improve muscular strength and resilience over time.
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HormoneInsulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1)The IGF-1 Blood Test measures insulin-like growth factor 1, a hormone influenced by growth hormone that plays a role in growth, metabolism, and muscle repair. Abnormal levels may be linked to growth disorders, metabolic problems, or hormone imbalances, while healthy levels support strength, energy, and development.
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Cell Damage & Tissue InjuryLactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)The Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Test measures an enzyme found in many tissues, including the heart, liver, muscles, and blood cells. High LDH levels may be linked to tissue damage, liver or muscle disease, or certain cancers, while normal levels usually indicate healthy cell function.
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Vitamins & MineralsMagnesiumThe Magnesium Blood Test measures magnesium, a mineral essential for energy production, nerve function, and healthy muscles and bones. Low magnesium may be linked to cramps, fatigue, or irregular heartbeat, while healthy levels support strong muscles, steady energy, and heart health.
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Kidney HealthPotassiumThe Potassium Blood Test measures potassium, a mineral and electrolyte that helps control muscle movement, nerve signals, and heart rhythm. Abnormal levels may suggest kidney problems, hormone imbalances, or issues with diet and medications.
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Vitamins & MineralsRed Blood Cell Magnesium (RBC Magnesium)The Red Blood Cell Magnesium Test measures magnesium stored inside red blood cells, giving a more accurate picture of long-term magnesium status than a standard blood test. Magnesium is vital for energy, muscle function, heart rhythm, and nerve health. Low levels may cause cramps, fatigue, or heart problems. This test is only available at Healius and 4Cyte collection centres.
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HormoneGrowth Hormone (GH)The Growth Hormone (GH) test measures a hormone that controls growth, muscle mass, and how your body uses fat and sugar. Abnormal levels can affect height in children, muscle strength, energy, and metabolism in adults.
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Muscle HealthMyoglobin TestDetect muscle damage with our Myoglobin test. This important analysis measures myoglobin levels to identify acute muscle injury, assess rhabdomyolysis risk, evaluate heart muscle damage, and monitor muscle breakdown in various medical conditions.
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Muscle HealthCreatine Kinase (CK)The Creatine Kinase (CK) Blood Test measures an enzyme found in muscles, the brain, and the heart. High CK levels can signal muscle injury, intense exercise, or conditions affecting the heart and nervous system, while normal levels support healthy muscle and energy function.