BodyPanel Small

About this test

Key Benefits

• Broad Health Overview: Measures 29 biomarkers related to nutrition, metabolism, hormones, fatty acids and amino acids.

• Relevant for Fatigue and Recovery: May be useful when low energy, mood changes, poor recovery or stress related symptoms are difficult to explain.

• Simple At Home Testing: Collect a finger prick dried blood spot sample at home using the included test kit.

• Digital Results in 10 to 15 Business Days: Access your laboratory results online.

What This Test Measures

Vitamins and Nutrient Status
This group gives insight into key vitamins involved in energy, immune function, bone health, antioxidant protection, nervous system function and overall nutrient status.

Minerals and Trace Elements
These markers help assess minerals involved in muscle function, immune support, thyroid related processes, antioxidant defence, metabolism and cellular activity.

Iron Storage and Oxygen Support
This marker provides insight into the body’s stored iron. Ferritin can be relevant when looking at patterns related to energy, stamina, oxygen transport, fatigue and overall nutrient status.

Amino Acids and Protein Metabolism
This group provides insight into amino acids and related compounds involved in protein metabolism, recovery, neurotransmitter pathways, energy support and tissue maintenance.

Fatty Acids and Omega Balance
These markers help assess fatty acid status, including omega 3 related markers that are relevant for cardiovascular health, inflammation balance, brain function and cell membrane support.

Hormones and Stress Balance
This group includes hormones and a calculated ratio related to stress response, male hormone balance, energy regulation, recovery and overall hormonal context.

How It Works

1. Order Your Kit
Purchase your test online.

2. Collect Your Sample
Collect a finger prick dried blood spot sample at home using the included test kit.

3. Send It Back
Mail your sample to the laboratory using the included return materials.

4. Receive Your Results
Access your digital laboratory results online in 10 to 15 business days.

Dried Blood Spot Sample Collection

The sample is collected using a finger prick dried blood spot sample at home. A few drops of blood are placed onto the collection card according to the included instructions and sent to the laboratory for analysis.

Personalized Supplements Based on Your Results

After completing BodyPanel Small, you may have the option to order a personalized GetTested supplement formulabased on your laboratory results.

The formula is created to match selected nutrient needs shown in your results, helping reduce guesswork and making supplementation more targeted.

Information for Female Customers

For women, BodyPanel Small currently does not include testosterone or the testosterone and cortisol ratio. The laboratory is working on adding these markers for women in the future.

ISO Certified Lab and Analysis

Your sample is analyzed in an ISO certified laboratory using the Abbott Immunoassay Platform and advanced chemical analysis techniques, including ICP MS, Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry, and HRMS, High Resolution Mass Spectrometry, on a Multiplex Mass Spectrometry platform.

Biomarkers included

• Oleic acid (OA): Oleic acid (OA) is a monounsaturated fatty acid that is the most abundant fatty acid in the human diet and adipose tissue. It is a key component of cell membranes and an important source of energy, playing a role in metabolic processes and cellular signaling. Elevated levels of oleic acid can sometimes be associated with certain metabolic conditions.
• Citrulline: Citrulline is a non-essential amino acid produced mainly by enterocytes (cells lining the small intestine) and is involved in nitrogen handling as part of the urea cycle. In the body, citrulline can also be converted into arginine, supporting pathways such as nitric oxide production. Because circulating citrulline largely reflects small-intestinal enterocyte function and mass, it is often used as
• Taurine: Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino acid, though not incorporated into proteins, that plays a crucial role in various physiological processes. It is vital for bile acid conjugation, osmoregulation, membrane stabilization, and neurotransmission. Its levels can indicate nutritional status, cardiovascular health, and neurological function.
• Threonine: Threonine is an essential amino acid, meaning the human body cannot produce it and it must be obtained through diet. It plays a crucial role in protein synthesis, immune function, and maintaining structural components like collagen and elastin. Imbalances in threonine levels can impact growth, metabolism, and nerve function.
• Vitamin E: Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin and a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from damage caused by free radicals. It is crucial for immune function, skin health, and red blood cell formation. Measuring Vitamin E levels helps assess nutritional status and antioxidant capacity.
• Testosterone: Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone, although it is also produced in smaller amounts in women. It plays a crucial role in male reproductive development, muscle mass, bone density, and sex drive. In women, testosterone contributes to libido, muscle mass, and bone health. Imbalances can lead to various issues, including decreased libido, erectile dysfunction (in men), fatigue, loss of muscl
• Glutamine: Glutamine is the most abundant free amino acid in the body and is important for protein synthesis, nitrogen transport, and overall amino acid metabolism. It serves as a key fuel source for rapidly dividing cells, including immune cells and intestinal cells (enterocytes), supporting immune function and gut barrier integrity. Glutamine also participates in pathways related to acid–base balance and t
• Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA): EPA is a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid found mainly in fatty fish and certain algae. It is incorporated into cell membranes and serves as a precursor to signaling molecules that help regulate inflammation, blood vessel function, and platelet activity. EPA status is often assessed as part of a fatty acid profile and is discussed in relation to cardiovascular health and inflammatory balance. Measure
• Copper: Copper is an essential trace mineral involved in many biological functions, including iron metabolism and red blood cell formation, connective tissue and bone development, and immune function. It serves as a cofactor for numerous enzymes and supports energy production as well as antioxidant defense systems. Both low and high copper levels can affect health, with potential impacts on neurological f
• Holotranscobalamin (B12): Holotranscobalamin (holoTC) is the biologically active form of vitamin B12, representing the fraction of B12 that is bound to transcobalamin and available for cellular uptake. It is considered a more accurate and earlier indicator of functional vitamin B12 deficiency than total serum B12, as low levels directly reflect inadequate B12 delivery to tissues. This makes it crucial for assessing B12 sta
• Tyrosine: Tyrosine is a non-essential amino acid that serves as a building block for proteins and is crucial for synthesizing neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, as well as thyroid hormones. Its levels are important for proper brain function, mood regulation, and metabolic health. Imbalances can be indicative of metabolic disorders or nutritional deficiencies.
• Testosterone/Cortisol ratio: The Testosterone/Cortisol ratio is a crucial biomarker that reflects the balance between anabolic (tissue-building) and catabolic (tissue-breaking down) processes in the body. It indicates the body's physiological stress response and its capacity for recovery and adaptation, particularly important in contexts like athletic training, chronic stress, or overtraining syndrome.
• Vitamin A: Vitamin A is an essential fat-soluble vitamin crucial for vision, immune function, and cellular growth and differentiation. It plays a vital role in maintaining healthy skin, mucous membranes, and reproductive health. Monitoring Vitamin A levels can help identify deficiencies or excesses, both of which can lead to various health problems.
• Zinc: Zinc is an essential trace mineral crucial for numerous bodily functions, including immune system function, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division. It plays a vital role in the activity of over 300 enzymes and is essential for growth and development during pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence. Maintaining adequate zinc levels is important for overall health and preventing immune deficien
• Magnesium: Magnesium is an essential mineral crucial for over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, and blood pressure regulation. It also plays a vital role in bone health, DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis. Maintaining optimal magnesium levels is important for overall health and preventing various chronic diseases.
• Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA): DHA is a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid and a major structural component of cell membranes, particularly in the brain and retina. It supports normal brain development and function and contributes to visual health. The body can produce only small amounts of DHA from shorter-chain omega-3s, so DHA is primarily obtained through diet (for example, fatty fish and algae) or supplements. Adequate DHA stat
• Asparagine: Asparagine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning the body can synthesize it. It supports protein synthesis and plays a role in nitrogen transport and overall nitrogen balance. Asparagine is also involved in cellular metabolism through its relationship with aspartate and related amino acid pathways. Measured levels can reflect aspects of amino acid metabolism and may be influenced by diet, liver a
• Linoleic acid (LA): Linoleic acid (LA) is an essential omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid, meaning the body cannot produce it and it must be obtained through diet. It serves as a precursor for other important fatty acids like arachidonic acid and plays a vital role in maintaining skin barrier function, cardiovascular health, and immune responses. Monitoring LA levels can provide insights into dietary fat intake and t
• Carnitine: Carnitine is a naturally occurring compound made from amino acids that helps transport long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria, where they can be broken down for energy (beta-oxidation). It supports fat-based energy production, especially in tissues with high energy demands such as skeletal muscle and the heart. Low carnitine availability can reduce the efficiency of fatty acid metabolism and may
• Proline: Proline is a non-essential amino acid, meaning the body can synthesize it, but it also comes from the diet. It plays a crucial role in collagen synthesis, a primary structural protein in connective tissues, skin, and bones. Therefore, proline levels can indirectly reflect collagen turnover and overall connective tissue health.
• Arginine: Arginine is an amino acid involved in protein synthesis and several metabolic pathways, including immune function. It is also a key precursor for nitric oxide (NO) production, a signaling molecule that helps regulate blood vessel tone and supports normal blood flow. Adequate arginine availability contributes to normal vascular function and is important for a range of physiological processes, inclu
• Tryptophan: Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, meaning the human body cannot produce it and must obtain it through diet. It serves as a precursor for crucial molecules like serotonin (a neurotransmitter regulating mood, sleep, and appetite) and melatonin (a hormone central to sleep-wake cycles). Optimal tryptophan levels are vital for neurological function, mental health, and sleep regulation.
• Omega-3 Index: The Omega-3 Index is a measure of the percentage of EPA and DHA (the most beneficial omega-3 fatty acids) in red blood cell membranes. It reflects long-term dietary intake of omega-3s and is considered a strong predictor of cardiovascular health risk. A higher Omega-3 Index is associated with a lower risk of heart disease.
• Selenium: Selenium is an essential trace mineral that plays a crucial role in antioxidant defense, thyroid hormone metabolism, and immune function. It acts as a cofactor for selenoproteins, enzymes that protect cells from oxidative damage and are vital for DNA synthesis and reproduction. Measuring selenium levels can indicate nutritional status and potential risks for various health conditions related to de
• Cortisol: Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, known as the body's primary stress hormone. It plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, immune response, and blood pressure, making its levels important for assessing stress response and adrenal function.
• Valine: Valine is an essential amino acid, meaning the body cannot produce it and it must be obtained through diet. It's a crucial building block for proteins and plays a vital role in muscle growth and repair, energy production, and cognitive function. As a biomarker, its levels can reflect nutritional status, protein metabolism, and may be altered in conditions like maple syrup urine disease or kidney d
• Ferritin: Ferritin is a protein that stores iron inside cells and serves as a key indicator of the body’s iron reserves. Measuring ferritin helps assess iron status: low ferritin is commonly associated with depleted iron stores and iron deficiency. Elevated ferritin can occur with iron overload, but it may also rise in response to inflammation, infection, liver disease, or other chronic conditions because f
• Vitamin D: Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin crucial for calcium absorption and bone health, playing a key role in phosphorus metabolism and immune system function. Its importance extends to muscle function, nerve signaling, and reducing inflammation. Maintaining adequate vitamin D levels is vital for overall well-being and disease prevention.
• Branched amino acids: Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs)—leucine, isoleucine, and valine—are essential amino acids that must be obtained through diet. They play important roles in protein synthesis, muscle maintenance, and energy metabolism, particularly in skeletal muscle. Measuring BCAA levels can provide insight into amino acid balance and nutritional status, and may also reflect changes in metabolism seen in certai

How to prepare

The sample should be collected in the morning **on an empty stomach.** **24 hours before testing** Avoid **alcohol, caffeine, intense exercise and smoking.** Follow the included instructions carefully before collecting your sample.

Frequently asked questions

Is this test only about nutrition?

No. BodyPanel Small includes nutritional markers, but it also measures amino acids, fatty acids and hormones related to stress response, recovery and overall metabolic balance.

Can I use the results to guide supplementation?

Yes. The results can help support more informed decisions around supplementation, especially when combined with symptoms, diet and lifestyle context.

Are all biomarkers available for women?

For women, BodyPanel Small currently does not include testosterone or the testosterone and cortisol ratio.

Customer reviews

4.6/5 (8)

• 4/5 — Instructions were straightforward, though the finger prick took a bit of practice. Decent turnaround time on the lab work.
• 5/5 — Fast delivery and easy to follow.
• 5/5 — The data really helped me adjust my workout supplements. Very comprehensive.
• 5/5 — Very easy to use and the results were super detailed.
• 4/5 — Good test for checking deficiencies.
• 5/5 — Easy to use and the detailed insights helped me make targeted changes to my diet. Very impressed with the comprehensive breakdown.
• 4/5 — The test provided valuable data, though the 10-15 day turnaround felt a bit long. Otherwise, a solid product for nutritional awareness.
• 5/5 — The at-home collection was a breeze, and the results gave me so much clarity on my nutrient levels. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to optimize their health.