Muscle Pain & Weakness Blood Test

13 Biomarkers | Venous Blood Test | CE-marked | UKAS-accredited | Doctor-reviewed results with personalised interpretation.

A focused blood test checking markers linked to muscle pain, cramps, weakness, inflammation and poor recovery, including creatine kinase, magnesium, vitamin D, B12, folate, ferritin, CRP and cholesterol markers. Designed for people investigating ongoing muscle aches, weakness or slow recovery, this profile gives clear, clinically reviewed insight into nutritional, inflammatory and muscle-related markers so you can better understand your results.

Results are typically available within 2 working days from when your sample reaches the laboratory, excluding weekends and bank holidays.

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Uric Acid

Magnesium

Alanine Transferase
Albumin
Alkaline Phosphatase
Aspartate Transferase
Bilirubin
Gamma GT
Globulin
Total Protein

Cholesterol
HDL Cholesterol
HDL % of Total
LDL Cholesterol
Non-HDL Cholesterol
Triglycerides

Creatinine
Estimated GFR
Urea

Ferritin
Iron
Total Iron Binding Capacity
Transferrin Saturation
Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity

HbA1c

Basophil Count
Eosinophil Count
Haematocrit
Haemoglobin
Lymphocyte Count
MCH
MCHC
MCV
Monocyte Count
Neutrophil Count
Platelet Count
RBC
WBC

Follicle Stimulating Hormone
Luteinising Hormone
Oestradiol

Folate
Total Vitamin B12
Vitamin D

Creatine
Creatine Kinase

C-reactive Protein, High Sensitivity

Free Thyroxine, FT4
Free Triiodothyronine, FT3
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

Fasting required 8–12 h before the test (water only) recommended for glucose, cholesterol/triglyceride accuracy
Sample timing: between 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Stay hydrated; avoid strenuous exercise, heavy meals, and supplements (iron, B12, multivitamins, biotin) for 48 hours prior
Continue prescribed medications unless otherwise directed

Frequently asked questions

It is for adults with ongoing muscle aches, cramping, weakness or heaviness in the limbs that is not explained by a recent workout. It assesses muscle enzymes, vitamin D, electrolytes including calcium and magnesium, thyroid function and inflammation.

No. Please avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours beforehand. Hard training raises creatine kinase, a muscle enzyme included in this panel, which can produce a raised result that reflects your workout rather than an underlying problem.

Statins are a recognised cause of muscle aching in some people. This panel measures creatine kinase, which is the marker clinicians use when assessing statin-related muscle effects. Do not stop a prescribed statin before testing or because of a result. Discuss any change with the clinician who prescribed it.

Fasting is not required for this panel. Continue to drink water normally, as dehydration can affect electrolyte and kidney readings.

It can contribute. Low vitamin D is associated with muscle aching and weakness, and it is common in the UK, particularly through the winter. This panel measures your level so it can be corrected if it is low.