Inflammation, Hormones & Special
Inflammation markers show tissue stress. Hormones control speed, mood, growth and sexual health. PSA links to prostate health.
For the wider picture: what the organ does, what influences it and everyday habits that support it: read the immunity & inflammation education module.
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
A protein made by the liver in response to inflammation: rises within hours.
- ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
How fast red cells settle in a tube: slower in healthy people, faster in inflammation.
- Plasma Viscosity
How 'thick' the plasma is: rises with inflammation proteins.
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
Brain hormone that tells the thyroid how hard to work.
- Free T4
The main thyroid hormone in its active free form.
- Free T3
The most active thyroid hormone: sets the body's metabolic speed.
- PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
A protein made by the prostate gland: used to screen for prostate problems in men.
- Testosterone
Main male sex hormone (also present in women): drives muscle, bone, mood and libido.
- Oestrogen (Oestradiol)
Main female sex hormone: drives reproductive cycle, bone density and mood.
- Progesterone
Female sex hormone produced after ovulation; prepares uterus for pregnancy.
- Cortisol
The body's main stress hormone: also controls blood sugar, blood pressure and immunity.
- Uric Acid
A waste product from breaking down purines (in DNA and certain foods).