Type

Blood Testing

Duration

30 min

Results

4 days

Specialized panel for fitness enthusiasts to assess endurance and nutritional needs.

Athletic performance blood panels are designed for active individuals who want to optimize training, recovery, and overall performance through objective biomarker data. These panels go beyond standard health screening to include markers directly relevant to physical performance: iron studies and ferritin (oxygen-carrying capacity), testosterone and cortisol (recovery and adaptation), inflammatory markers like hsCRP (training load impact), vitamin D (bone and muscle function), and metabolic markers. Many professional athletes and Olympic teams use regular blood work to fine-tune training periodization, identify overtraining before it becomes injury, and optimize nutrition strategies for peak performance.

Key Details

Focus
Athletic performance and recovery optimization
Biomarkers
30–60+ markers
Fasting Required
Yes, 10–12 hours
Sample Type
Blood draw
Timing
Test during rest day, not post-workout

Who Is This For?

Professional and competitive athletes wanting to optimize training and recovery. Recreational athletes training 4+ days per week who want data-driven insights. Runners, cyclists, CrossFitters, and strength athletes experiencing unexplained fatigue or performance plateaus. Coaches and trainers looking for objective markers to guide programming.

What's Included

Complete blood count (CBC)
Iron studies including ferritin
Hormone panel (testosterone, cortisol, DHEA-S)
Inflammatory markers (hsCRP, ESR)
Vitamin D, B12, folate
Liver and kidney function
Thyroid function

Preparation Required

Fasting for 10–12 hours before your appointment is recommended for accurate results (water is fine). Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and intense exercise for 12 hours before the blood draw. Morning appointments are ideal for consistent hormone and glucose readings. The blood draw typically takes 5–10 minutes.

Price
Kč 2,500
Category
Diagnostic
Sample Type
Blood draw
Duration
30 min
Results
4 days

SYNLAB Czech Republic

Leading European laboratory network with 80+ collection sites across Czech Republic.

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