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Men's Wellness Blood Panel with Lipoprotein Fractionation

Advanced lipid particle testing plus a full-body men's baseline, in one blood draw.

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Nine tiers from $159.96 (Select, 10 tests) to $1,273.56 (Comprehensive, 44 tests) with the 20% promotion applied; regular prices $199.95–$1,591.95 (promotional pricing at time of writing).

At a glance

This men's wellness panel bundles advanced cardiovascular testing, lipoprotein fractionation by ion mobility, Apolipoprotein A1 and B, and Lp(a), with metabolic, liver, thyroid, prostate (PSA), vitamin D, blood count, and urinalysis markers in a single draw. Nine tiers ranging from 10 to 44 tests let men choose anything from a focused annual baseline to a comprehensive deep dive, ordered online without a doctor's visit.

Best suited for

  • Men who want a comprehensive annual baseline that goes beyond the basic labs from a routine physical
  • Anyone with a family history of markers associated with heart disease who wants particle-level lipid detail (ApoB, Lp(a), LDL subfractions)
  • Men tracking metabolic markers such as glucose, HbA1c, and uric acid over time
  • Those who want prostate (PSA), thyroid, and vitamin D status checked in the same draw
  • Data-driven men comparing tiers from a focused 10-test screen to a 44-test comprehensive workup

What's included

Wellness - Men's Select with Lipoprotein Fractionation

10 tests, 102 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Baseline with Lipoprotein Fractionation

14 tests, 109 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Essential with Lipoprotein Fractionation

18 tests, 115 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Essential Plus with Lipoprotein Fractionation

24 tests, 122 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Performance with Lipoprotein Fractionation

32 tests, 134 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Performance Plus with Lipoprotein Fractionation

37 tests, 148 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Premium with Lipoprotein Fractionation

39 tests, 150 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Premium Plus with Lipoprotein Fractionation

42 tests, 154 biomarkers

Wellness - Men's Comprehensive with Lipoprotein Fractionation

44 tests, 159 biomarkers

Deep-dive the key markers: Fasting Glucose, HbA1c, ApoB, LDL-C, HDL-C, Triglycerides, Lp(a), hs-CRP, TSH, Vitamin D, eGFR, ALT

Key biomarker ranges

Commonly used adult reference ranges for markers this panel measures, labs vary, so always interpret results against your lab's stated ranges and with your doctor.

Fasting Glucose (mg/dL)

Commonly used reference ranges place fasting glucose at 70–99 mg/dL; results vary with sleep, stress, and recent illness, and labs differ slightly.

Fasting Glucose reference ranges (mg/dL)
ZoneRange
Low50–70 mg/dL
Optimal70–100 mg/dL
Prediabetic range100–126 mg/dL
Diabetic range126–160 mg/dL
Hemoglobin A1c (%)

Commonly used reference ranges place HbA1c below 5.7%; conditions affecting red blood cells can skew results, so labs and clinicians interpret in context.

Hemoglobin A1c reference ranges (%)
ZoneRange
Optimal4–5.7 %
Prediabetic range5.7–6.5 %
Diabetic range6.5–10 %
Apolipoprotein B (mg/dL)

Commonly used reference ranges favor ApoB below ~90 mg/dL; people with higher baseline cardiovascular risk are often advised toward lower targets.

Apolipoprotein B reference ranges (mg/dL)
ZoneRange
Optimal0–90 mg/dL
Borderline high90–110 mg/dL
High110–160 mg/dL

The importance of testing

A standard lipid panel reports total LDL and HDL cholesterol, but two men with identical LDL-C can carry very different particle profiles. Every tier of this panel adds lipoprotein fractionation by ion mobility (Cardio IQ), Apolipoprotein A1 and B, and Lipoprotein (a), markers associated with cardiovascular risk that show particle concentration and size rather than totals alone, plus C-reactive protein (CRP) as a marker of inflammation.

The metabolic side is equally practical. A comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) covers glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver values; hemoglobin A1c reflects roughly three months of average blood sugar; and iron with TIBC and uric acid round out the picture. GGT and LD add further liver-related detail that a basic panel skips.

Beyond heart and metabolism, the panel screens markers men commonly track with their physicians: PSA (a marker associated with prostate health), a thyroid set (TSH, total T4, T3 uptake), vitamin D, a complete blood count with differential, and a complete urinalysis.

The real value is in trends. Retesting on a regular cadence, or after changes to diet, training, or medication, turns one-off numbers into a trajectory you can act on. Flag anything out of range and review it with your doctor, who can interpret results in the context of your history, symptoms, and exam.

Part of our complete guide to Men's Health Lab Tests — browse every panel and biomarker guide in this hub.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Men's Wellness Panel with Lipoprotein Fractionation measure?

It measures markers across eight categories: advanced cardiovascular lipids (Apolipoprotein A1 and B, lipid panel with ratios, Lipoprotein (a), lipoprotein fractionation by ion mobility, and CRP), metabolic markers (comprehensive metabolic panel, HbA1c, iron and TIBC, uric acid), liver enzymes (GGT, LD), prostate-specific antigen (PSA), thyroid markers (TSH, total T4, T3 uptake), vitamin D, a complete blood count, and a complete urinalysis. Exact contents scale by tier, from 10 tests and 102 biomarkers in the Select tier to 44 tests and 159 biomarkers in the Comprehensive tier.

What is lipoprotein fractionation, and why is it included?

Lipoprotein fractionation separates cholesterol-carrying particles by size and concentration using ion mobility, going beyond the single LDL and HDL numbers on a routine lipid panel. Combined with ApoB and Lp(a), this particle-level detail gives you and your doctor a fuller set of markers associated with cardiovascular risk to review and track over time.

Can I order this panel without a doctor's visit?

Yes, the promotion page lets you add a panel to your cart and order directly online, with no prior doctor's appointment required to purchase testing. As with any lab work, bring out-of-range results to your physician for interpretation and next steps.

How do I choose between the nine panel tiers?

Start with how much breadth you want: the Select tier covers 10 tests and 102 biomarkers for a focused baseline, mid-range tiers like Essential and Performance add depth, and the Comprehensive tier extends to 44 tests and 159 biomarkers. Every tier includes lipoprotein fractionation, so compare each tier's full test list on the partner page against the markers you and your doctor want to track.

Do I need to fast before the blood draw?

Fasting for 9–12 hours is commonly recommended for panels that include lipid and metabolic testing, though requirements vary by test. Follow the preparation instructions shown for your specific panel at checkout, and drink water as usual unless told otherwise.

Is this panel available in every US state?

No, direct-to-consumer lab testing is restricted or prohibited in New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island, so residents of those states may be blocked at the partner's checkout. In most other US states you can order online and visit a nearby draw location.

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Reviewed by

Jason August

Jason August

Founder & Editorial Lead

Jason August is the founder of Metabolic Markers and its parent company, Advancing Development. He has spent his career building and scaling real-world ventures, including as a founding team member at Build-A-Bear Workshop during its growth from startup to global public company, and since then across capital, real estate, adaptive reuse, and hospitality. He founded Metabolic Markers to make blood-biomarker testing easier to understand and access, and oversees the site’s content and editorial accuracy. Jason is not a medical professional; all content on this site is educational, reviewed for accuracy, and never a substitute for advice from a licensed physician.

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