Lab Test Education Blog
Plain-English guides to understanding your lab results — written by a PhD biochemist following WHO and IFCC standards.
Understanding Your Thyroid Function Tests: TSH, Free T4, and Free T3
Thyroid disorders affect millions worldwide. Learn how to interpret TSH, Free T4, and Free T3 — and what patterns distinguish hypothyroidism from hyperthyroidism.
HbA1c: Your 3-Month Blood Sugar Average Explained
HbA1c is the most important single test for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes. Understand what the percentage means, how it relates to blood glucose, and what your target should be.
Iron Deficiency Anaemia: The Lab Tests That Diagnose It
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide. Learn how ferritin, serum iron, TIBC, and transferrin saturation work together to diagnose and stage iron deficiency.
Liver Function Tests (LFTs): What ALT, AST, ALP, and Bilirubin Mean
LFTs are a group of blood tests that assess liver health. Learn what each marker reveals, how to tell liver damage from obstruction, and when to worry.
Vitamin D Deficiency: How to Interpret Your 25-OH Results
Vitamin D deficiency is a global epidemic. Learn what your 25-hydroxy Vitamin D result means, why the cut-offs matter, and how to interpret results in ng/mL vs nmol/L.
