Lab values in plain words

Your lab results are in. Now what?

Enter your value and find out in simple words what it can mean – and which questions you can ask your doctor.

Look up a value

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A lab worker labelling blood samples at her desk

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You’re in the right place if

  • you’re holding a report full of abbreviations
  • you were told “everything is in the normal range”, but you don’t feel well
  • you’d like to know which tests could be worth it for you

How it works

  1. Enter a value

    For example vitamin D, ferritin or TSH.

  2. Put it in context

    What the value measures and which ranges exist.

  3. Prepare

    Concrete questions for your next appointment.

What you’ll find here

  • Vitamins and minerals
  • Iron and blood count
  • Thyroid and hormones
  • Inflammation and metabolism
  • Knowledge with sources, explained clearly
  • Independent: partners have no influence on the content
  • Your questions stay private. No tracking.

Part of the Spitzengesundheit network

The explanations come from the reviewed knowledge of the Spitzengesundheit network and are updated continuously.

Labs as partners

Labs support the platform. When we name a test, we label it. Partners have no influence on our explanations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a diagnosis here?

No. We explain values in general. What your value means for you is something to clear up with your doctor.

Do I have to upload my results?

No. You only enter the value you’re interested in.

Where do the reference ranges come from?

From the medical literature. Labs can use different ranges – your own report is what counts.