Tired All The Time Blood Test

Tired All The Time Blood Test

Feeling tired all the time is a common concern, but when fatigue persists, it can be a sign of an underlying health issue. The LoveSelf Tired All The Time Blood Test is designed to uncover potential causes, helping you either rule them out or identify them so you can take the right steps towards recovery.

This comprehensive panel examines a wide range of biomarkers to pinpoint the root of your fatigue. We begin with a full blood count to detect anaemia or other blood disorders, measure C-reactive protein (CRP) to check for signs of infection or autoimmune conditions, and assess liver and kidney function to ensure these vital organs are performing optimally.

Blood sugar levels are tested to screen for diabetes, while essential micronutrients — including vitamin B12, folate, and ferritin (iron storage) — are measured, as deficiencies in these can often lead to ongoing tiredness.

Whether taken at home with our simple finger-prick kit or in-clinic, all samples are processed in our accredited UK lab, with results usually available within 24 hours. Your personalised results will be delivered securely and clearly, helping you make informed decisions about your health and lifestyle.

By understanding what’s really behind your low energy, you can take a proactive step towards restoring vitality and improving your overall wellbeing.

If you’re not sure exactly what you need, we advise all our clients to consult with a GP or one of our Registered Nutritionists before taking any blood tests. However, below you can find more information about this panel, and we hope it will help.

IS THE TIRED ALL THE TIME BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR ME?

This test is ideal if you’re experiencing persistent fatigue and want clear answers. It’s designed to investigate common causes such as thyroid dysfunction, diabetes, anaemia, and nutritional deficiencies, while also checking the health of vital organs like the liver and kidneys.

It’s particularly valuable if you have a family history of thyroid problems, diabetes, or liver or kidney disease, or if you simply want a thorough health check to understand why you’re feeling exhausted.

By identifying potential underlying issues, this test gives you the insights you need to take proactive steps towards restoring your energy and improving your wellbeing.

SYMPTOMS AND TAGS

Chronic fatigue, Constipation, Dry skin, Fatigue, Feeling cold, Liver pain, Low mood, Need to wee often, Thirsty all the time, Tiredness and Weight gain

1. Fill out the contact form on the main page
2. Choose your preferred panel
3. Select between a Home Kit (via post), a Clinic Appointment, or VIP service
4. Make the payment online.
5. We'll contact you to arrange a clinic appointment or a VIP service and email you with your home kit delivery details.

Not sure which panel or test is right for you? Reach out to one of our Registered Nutritionists  

COLLECTION OPTIONS

1. VIP: Home/Office/Hotel visit by our phlebotomist – Available in London UK only (1-3 days)
2. Clinic visit (24+ UK locations, 1-3 days)
3. At-home kit (3-6 days)

VIP Phlebotomist Visit (London Only):

Perfect for busy individuals or corporate teams.

• Available across London.
• Once payment is received, our team will contact you to arrange your appointment — usually the same day if booked before 10 am, or the next day if later.
• Additional patients beyond 10 are charged £25 each, invoiced after the visit.
• Please select the total number of blood tests at checkout so our phlebotomist can bring the right equipment.
• Your blood will be collected by a trained phlebotomist and delivered directly to our lab for fast, accurate results.

In-Clinic Appointment:

Quick, professional, and convenient.

• Same or next working day appointment.
• We’ll contact you within 60 minutes of booking to arrange your visit.
• Your blood will be collected by a trained phlebotomist and sent directly to our lab for fast, accurate results.
• Choose your nearest clinic and skip the wait. (Check Locations)

Home Kit:

Test from the comfort of your home — anywhere in mainland UK.

• Everything you need to collect your sample in about 15 minutes.
• Return it to our lab via Prepaid Royal Mail  Tracked 24.

Take this test after any symptoms of short-term illness have settled.

This is a fasting test therefore, you must not eat and only drink water from 10 pm the night before you take the test.

If you are taking biotin supplements, stop these for 72 hours before the test.

Clinic appointment - how to prepare for the Tired All The Time Blood Test

If you are coming into one of our clinics for the test, this is what you need to do before you arrive:

• Read the instructions in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section
• Drink plenty of water about an hour before the appointment.
• Avoid coffee/tea/energy drinks. Water is good!
• That’s it! We’ll do the rest.

Home test kit - how it works with the Tired All The Time Blood Test

Our blood test kits are simple and convenient.

The most important step in doing a blood test at home is to read the instructions very carefully. The process is very simple, but there are a few pitfalls you need to be aware of - you will save yourself a lot of time if you do it right the first time around!

• Full printed instructions will arrive with your kit - please read them carefully.
• Drink plenty before taking the sample and warm your hands up in the sink with warm water for a few minutes. This will make your blood flow much better.
• Fill the tubes to the top line. We don’t need much blood; filling tubes to the top line is about 15 drops of blood.
• Post the samples on the same day you take them, before midday, Monday to Thursday. If you post it any other time it might get to us late or be stuck at a sorting office over the weekend. You will then have to do it again.
• Package the sample in the same box the kit came in. Otherwise, Royal Mail or DPD will reject it. The sample tubes go into a pouch, then into a cardboard box, and then into a return envelope. All of this is provided in the kit: please use it.

We look forward to receiving your sample in our lab!

1. FULL BLOOD COUNT

- White Blood Cell Count (WBC)
- Red Blood Cell Count (RBC)
- Haemoglobin (HGB)
- Hematocrit (HCT)
- Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)
- Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH)
- Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)
- Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW)
- Platelets* (PLT)
- Mean Platelet Volume* (MPV)
- Lymphocytes* (LYM)
- Monocytes* (MON)
- Neutrophils* (NEU)
- Eosinophils* (EOS)
- Basophils* (BAS)

2. EXCLUSIONS *

Markers with *symbol are not reported in Capillary/Home kit samples.

Platelets (PLT) - may not be reported in capillary samples if clots are present.

We always recommend a venous clinic sample for this test.

3. THYROID FUNCTION

- Unbound thyroxine (Free T4)
- Unbound triiodothyronine (Free T3)
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

4. HORMONES

- Prolactin

5. MICRONUTRIENTS

- Vitamin B-12
- Ferritin
- Folate serum

6. LIVER FUNCTION

- Globulin calculation
- Albumin
- Bilirubin
- Total protein
- Alanine Transferase (ALT)
- Gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT)
- Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)

7. KIDNEY FUNCTION

- Creatinine
- eGFR (CKD-EPI 2009 formula)
- Urea

8. DIABETES

- HbA1c
- Fasting Glucose (Venous only, not available in home kit test).

9. INFLAMMATION

- C-Reactive protein

We always encourage you to visit one of our Clinique for any of our blood tests.

HOME KIT VIA ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 24

This service costs additional £19.00 and includes:

Available everywhere in mainland UK.

Includes everything you need to take a safe and suitable blood sample in about 15 minutes.

Post the sample back to our laboratory via Royal Mail Tracked 24.

CLINIC APPOINTMENT - SAME OR NEXT WORKING DAY

This service costs additional £38.00 and includes:

• No waiting. We will call you within 2 hours to book your appointment for the same day when purchased before 10am or following day if later than 10am.
• Quick blood collection from your vein, by our professional phlebotomist.
• Blood transported directly to our laboratory - for quick and accurate results.

No home kit is available for this panel.

Markers with *symbol are not reported in Capillary/Home kit samples.

Platelets (PLT) - may not be reported in capillary samples if clots are present.

We always recommend a venous clinic sample for this test.

We are extremely fast, with some results available within hours and others within a working day or less, from the time your sample is in our lab. However, this is not a guarantee and should not be taken as such. This is the guideline turnaround time that can be shorter or longer.

THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEED TURNAROUND TIME.

We are extremely proud of our very short turnaround times and very efficient laboratory processes; you will receive your results as soon as they are available and have completed clinical validation.

Whilst we accommodate the shortest time scales, with some results available within hours, for some tests the turnaround time is 1-3 working days.

DR. ADAM STATEN - GP VIEW AND RED FLAG SYMPTOMS

Tiredness is often attributed to our fast-paced, stressful lives, but it can also be a sign of various medical conditions. The Tired All The Time Blood Test is designed to identify or exclude these conditions as sources of your fatigue, guiding you towards effective treatment options.

We evaluate your full blood count to rule out anaemia and other blood disorders, and the CRP marker to check for infections or autoimmune disorders. Thyroid function tests are conducted, as an underactive thyroid frequently leads to fatigue. Additionally, we assess liver and kidney health, as issues with these organs can contribute to tiredness.

Your fasting glucose levels are tested to exclude diabetes, another prevalent cause of fatigue. The test also measures crucial micronutrients such as vitamin B12, folate, and ferritin, which indicate iron levels. Deficiencies in these nutrients are common and can be readily treated; they often result in significant exhaustion. This extensive testing approach ensures a thorough assessment, helping you address the root cause of your fatigue.

Red flag symptoms for the Tired All The Time Blood Test

Even if your blood tests are normal, you should see a doctor if you have any of the symptoms below because they may be a sign of serious underlying illness:

• Unexplained weight loss
• Drenching sweats during the night
• Persistent fevers
• Your fatigue is progressive and disabling

If I forget to fast, is the test still valid?

Most of the tests on this screen do not require you to fast. We interpret the blood glucose level on the assumption that you have fasted, so if you forget then it may lead us to believe there is a problem when there isn’t. A ‘random’ glucose (i.e. taken when you haven’t fasted) can still be useful, a normal result is reassuring but a high result should prompt further investigations.

How does this test exclude autoimmune conditions?

We check CRP, a marker of inflammation often raised in autoimmune conditions. The screen also checks for the result of various autoimmune conditions such as abnormal thyroid hormone levels, abnormal liver or kidney tests, or high blood sugar levels.

Will this tell me if the menopause may be causing my tiredness?

No, we don’t test the female hormones in this test. You may be interested in the Female Hormone Blood Test which will give you that information.

Can I see a GP to discuss my Results?

Yes, usually the same or next day.

Our fantastic partner clinical team of consultants and GPs. Once you have your results, you can book an online video consultation to discuss your results.

Our clinical team consists of practicing NHS and private GPs, who work closely with our laboratory and can tell you what your blood test results mean for you. Having an integrated laboratory and GP services makes your health journey seamless and extremely efficient.

This service is not included in the price of the test, it is charged separately, should you wish to book it.

Will I have a general explanation of my results?

Yes, our doctors put a huge amount of effort into your online Health Dashboard, which will have explanations of what each biomarker is, the normal reference ranges and what it means if you are outside of them.

QUICK AND ACCURATE RESULTS DIRECT FROM THE LABORATORY.

We partner with regulated laboratories and accredited clinics that manufacture their own approved home sample collection kits. Your results are looked after by our fantastic clinical governance team and a super-talented biomedical science team.

When you book your test with us - you book directly with the lab. This means accuracy and responsible duty of care, direct access to the provider and extremely fast turnaround times.