5 Simple Blood Tests You Should Get Done Regularly To Increase Your Lifespan

Everyone is aware about the importance of early diagnosis. For which, we need to get certain tests done. Common blood tests like blood sugar, thyroid, and lipid profiles are typically at the top of the list. However, there are a few more simple blood tests that one should get done regularly.

Nutritionist Renu Rakheja took to her Instagram handle and shared a few tests that could save people's lives.

Vitamin D Test

Vitamin D is essential for bone health, and low levels of vitamin D can increase the risk of osteoporosis. The nutritionist wrote, "Women are especially prone to osteoporosis due to hormonal changes during menopause. A vitamin D test measures the levels of vitamin D in your blood and can help diagnose vitamin D deficiency."

Liver Function Tests

Liver function tests are a group of tests that evaluate how well your liver is functioning. The tests measure the levels of various enzymes, proteins, and bilirubin in your blood.

Kidney Function Tests

Kidney function tests evaluate how well your kidneys are functioning by measuring the levels of creatinine and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) in your blood. High levels of creatinine and BUN can be a sign of kidney disease, which can lead to kidney failure if left untreated.

Apo B

ApolipoproteinB is considered to be a markets for heart risk. Healthcare providers have discovered that this test is more accurate than a lipid panel test, especially for people with certain conditions.

HbA1c

A hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) test is a blood test that shows what your average blood sugar (glucose) level was over the past two to three months. High A1C levels are a sign of high blood glucose from diabetes.

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