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A Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) is an important diagnostic test that helps identify several different conditions, monitors chronic diseases, and ensures organs are functioning correctly.
Our test, conducted at our clinics in London, consists of a group of blood tests that help outline the body’s overall chemical balance and metabolism to assess the functioning of the liver and kidneys.
A CMP typically screens about 14 different elements within the blood, all performed using a single sample. It tests for:
A CMP plays an important role in the diagnosis and follow-up of patients with many disease states. It provides information on the following:
If you are experiencing unexplained symptoms like fatigue, nausea, or swelling or a condition like diabetes or high blood pressure that requires ongoing monitoring, your doctor may recommend a CMP blood test.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panels are also useful before surgeries or as part of routine health check-ups. Remember, approximately 14 million adults in the UK have high blood pressure (hypertension), with about 5 million of these individuals remaining undiagnosed, as the condition often presents no symptoms. Similarly, as of early 2025, around 4.6 million people in the UK have been diagnosed with diabetes, marking an all-time high. Plus, an estimated 1.3 million individuals are living with undiagnosed type 2 diabetes, and about 6.3 million have prediabetes.
A Comprehensive Metabolic Panel can help:
Use our online booking engine or book your test by giving us a call.
On the online booking engine select the “appointment type” you need.
You will be seen by one of our friendly phlebotomists or trained clinicians.
You may be asked to not eat or drink (except water) anything for 8 to 12 hours before the test. Check with your doctor about specific instructions on fasting. Be prepared to give your medical history, including what health problems you have now or have had, what medicines you use, and if you have had a recent illness or surgery.
To perform the test, blood is drawn most frequently from a vein in your arm. The skin is first cleaned with an antiseptic. Then, a small needle is inserted into the vein, which allows the blood to flow into one or more vials. The entire process typically takes only a few minutes.
Test results are usually available in a few days. The provider will discuss the test results with you and tell you what they mean for your health. If an abnormality is seen, you might need additional testing or treatment.
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