Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials Test Kit
Evaluate your liver and kidney function, as well as a complete blood count, to ensure your medication is safe
Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials Test Kit
Evaluate your liver and kidney function, as well as a complete blood count, to ensure your medication is safe
When you are trying to stay on top of your health, it is easy to feel like you are guessing. You might be doing the right things day to day, but still not know what is happening beneath the surface.
Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials brings together core blood markers from liver function, kidney function essentials, and a full blood count. It gives you a clear snapshot of how these systems are performing, so you can move from vague reassurance to informed next steps.
If you want objective data you can act on, this test is a practical place to start. Order your test to get a clearer view of your baseline and what to focus on next.
This test is offered in collaboration with Dr. Hariharan Kuhan, and you should discuss your test program with them before purchasing.
Upon purchase, your data and results are shared with Dr. Hariharan Kuhan.
Only for professional collection. This test includes our Home Nurse Visit (Telephone Booking) service at no additional charge!
What the Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test is for
It is common to do all the sensible things and still feel unsure what is going on inside your body. Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials is a practical starting point for building clarity. This home blood test brings together core markers that reflect day to day metabolic function across the liver and kidneys, alongside a full blood count to give broader context on your blood and immune cells.
The liver markers help indicate how well your liver is processing and clearing substances, and whether there are signs of irritation or strain. Results such as ALT, ALP, GGT and bilirubin are interpreted together, alongside proteins like albumin, globulins and total protein, to provide a rounded view rather than a single number in isolation.
Kidney function essentials assess how effectively your kidneys are filtering waste and maintaining balance. Creatinine, urea and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) can help you understand whether filtration is in the expected range for you, and whether follow up is worth considering depending on the wider picture.
The full blood count adds important context. It looks at red blood cells and haemoglobin for oxygen carrying capacity, platelets for clotting, and white blood cells with a breakdown of key immune cell types. This can help flag patterns that may relate to anaemia, inflammation, infection, or other common issues that often present with non-specific symptoms.
This is testing from home using a home test kit, designed to give you an objective baseline you can track over time and discuss with your GP if needed. It does not diagnose on its own, but it can turn vague reassurance into evidence you can use to decide what to ignore, what to retest, and what to investigate further.
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What's included in your test?

The following sample guidance is required for this test, please follow carefully:
- This test requires EDTA and SST venous samples.
- Your sample should be collected in the morning in a fasted state: i.e. without eating or drinking anything except water for 8 - 12 hours beforehand.
- This test is sensitive to sample quality. Please pay extra care not to squeeze your finger too hard as this can result in burst red blood cells.
Need more details?
Learn how the self collection process works, what's in the kit, and your options for clinic and home nurses visits.
How this works ›Why take the Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test?
Best for people who want a clear baseline of core metabolic health without overcomplicating things, especially if you feel broadly well but want objective reassurance backed by data.
Useful if you have non-specific symptoms like fatigue, low energy, frequent infections, or unexplained changes in how you feel, and you want to check whether common patterns in liver function, kidney filtration, or blood and immune cells could be contributing.
Also suited to anyone tracking health over time, or preparing for a GP conversation, where having a recent, rounded snapshot can help you decide what to ignore, what to repeat, and what to investigate further.
- Are monitoring ongoing treatment and want consistent baseline and follow-up blood results over time
- Feel run down or “slightly off” and want an objective baseline Full Blood Count (FBC) to compare future results against.
- Feel tired all the time with low energy
- Have frequent infections or get ill often and want to check immune cell levels (white blood cells)
- Have unexplained changes in how you feel and want a rounded baseline (liver, kidneys, and full blood count) to take to your GP.
- Want a baseline health screen to identify early liver/kidney/cardiometabolic risk before symptoms become severe
- Want to check essential kidney filtration markers (creatinine, eGFR, urea) as part of a general health baseline
- Want to check your body for infection or inflammation
- Want to investigate liver-related contributors to fatigue and assess liver health (e.g., drug/toxin metabolism, blood sugar handling)
Order your Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test and get the insights you need to feel your best.
Medical disclaimer: This test provides health information and is not a substitute for clinical assessment, diagnosis or treatment. Results should be considered alongside your symptoms, medical history and any medicines you take. If you are concerned about your results or your health, speak to a qualified healthcare professional. For urgent concerns, contact NHS 111, your GP, or call 999 in an emergency.
Expert Analysis In An Accredited Laboratory
Once your sample reaches the UKAS-accredited lab, the magic begins. But this isn't simple science – we insist on state-of-the-art automated technology to ensure your results are processed with unmatched accuracy and efficiency.
- UKCA marked test kits for full regulatory compliance.
- IVDD certified diagnostics for total quality reassurance.
- Medically led UKAS accredited laboratory testing for accurate results.

Dr. Kate Bishop
Chief Scientific Officer
"All testing is conducted by healthcare professionals in a medically-led laboratory. Accredited lab testing is the best way to be confident that your test results are accurate. Get tested now for complete reassurance."
Delivery and results
The Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test includes our Home Nurse Visit (Telephone Booking) service for sample collection.
offers you the most convenient and stress-free way to get tested. Your test also includes free 24 hour tracked sample return to the laboratory.
1. Get Blood Drawn
2. Post Your Samples
3. Get Your Results
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) is an enzyme mainly found in your liver. ALT is used by your body to break down food into energy, with levels in the blood normally low.
Following liver damage, the levels of ALT in your blood will rise making it a useful means to indicate liver problems.
Fluctuation of ALT levels is normal over the course of the day, and can also increase in response to strenuous physical exercise.
| Test | Result | Reference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alanine Aminotransferase | 50IU/L | 10 - 50 | Borderline High |
50 Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) is an enzyme mainly found in your liver. ALT is used by your body to break down food into energy, with levels in the blood normally low. Following liver damage, the levels of ALT in your blood will rise mak | |||
| Albumin | 48g/L | 34 - 50 | Normal |
| Bilirubin | 6umol/L | 0 - 20 | Normal |
| Alkaline Phosphatase | 71IU/L | 40 - 129 | Normal |
| Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase | 35IU/L | 10 - 71 | Normal |
| Globulins | 27g/L | 19 - 35 | Normal |
| Total Protein | 75g/L | 63 - 83 | Normal |
| Total Protein | 73g/L | 60 - 80 | Normal |
Traffic Light System Instantly see which health markers are in a healthy range (green), borderline (yellow), or need attention (red).
Detailed Explanations Each marker includes an overview of its role in your body, what it means to have high or low levels, and actionable tips to improve.
Tracked Changes See how your health markers have changed over time, track your progress, and optimise your health.
Expert Guidance We don't just hand over data – we empower you with insights to make informed decisions about your health.
What happens after your results?
We Explain your lab report by adding clarity and context, helping you understand your results.
Advanced AI summarises key findings, highlights patterns across markers, and explains what results like these are commonly associated with.
Testing shows where you are today. Prevent helps you focus on where you want to be.
Using your test results, metrics and symptoms, you can gain further insights to achieve your health goals.
Connect with expert medical partners focused on helping you achieve better health.
We are highly selective over who we choose to work with, so you can be confident you are in good hands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Home test kits contain full instructions and everything you need to safely collect and return your sample. Please see the following details relating to this test below:
- This test requires EDTA and SST venous samples.
- Your sample should be collected in the morning in a fasted state: i.e. without eating or drinking anything except water for 8 - 12 hours beforehand.
- This test is sensitive to sample quality. Please pay extra care not to squeeze your finger too hard as this can result in burst red blood cells.
We also have a guide on how to collect a high quality sample which you may find useful.
The Vitall test is available online for just £149.00. Your home test kit will be dispatched by free first class post for delivery to your door.
When you checkout to buy your Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test online we also offer additional options, including:
- Visit the Patient Reception in central London for just £35. Your Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test sample can be collected by a qualified nurse for immediate analysis.
- Have a nurse visit you to collect the sample for your Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test, this is nationwide for just £79.
Whichever option you choose at checkout, buying the best Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials test online in the UK with Vitall ensures high quality results from an accredited laboratory.
Take control of your health today with one of Vitall’s home blood tests.
Articles About Dr. Kuhan Metabolic Essentials Testing
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Dr. Shahzaib Ahmad MBBS, BSc, MRCP, FRCA, FFICM
Clinical Supervisor - Vitall|GMC 7495062|Profile
Reviewed on 05/03/2026
Next review due 05/03/2027
Review focus: Blood biomarkers, laboratory testing methodology, and biochemical interpretation.
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