Test parameters
About ferritin
- protein that stores iron and releases it in a controlled fashion
- used as an indicator to check for iron deficiency, a comon cause for tiredness
How it can cause ongoing tiredness
- iron deficiency leads to decreases in hemoglobin and red blood cells which carry oxygen to your brain and muscles
- these "oxygen transportation issues" negatively impact performance and overall wellbeing aka you feel tired and weak
About vitamin D
- vitamin which affects lots of things in the body including bone structure, muscle function & immune system
- a vitamin D deficiency is known to cause symptoms including tiredness
How it can cause ongoing tiredness
- while studies have proven that Vitamin D deficiency is associated with fatigue, the exact reason why is not 100% clear
- we kown, that Vitamin D for example affects muscle movement and regeneration. Therefore a deficiency can cause muscle weakness which might affect our general sense of energy
- It could also been shown that Vitamin D receptors are present in many areas of the brain and play a role in regulation of neurotransmitters, especially dopamin and serotonin. An imbalance might lead to tiredness and depressive mood
About TSH
- key parameter to assess how well the thyroid functions
- issues with thyroid functions can cause tiredness in different ways
How it can cause tiredness
- thyroid hormones regulate activity level of the body
- this can affect things like sleep, metabolism, heart rate, blood pressure and digestion
- fatigue can occur with a underfunction as well as hyperfunction of the thyroid
- underfunction can for example lead to low blood pressure, slow metabolism and tiredness
- hyperfunction can indirectly cause tiredness by disrupting your sleep
About Kreatinin
- indicator to assess muscle health and kidney function
How it can cause tiredness
- kidneys play an important role in managing our body´s water balance & the eliminating waste products from our systems
- if kidneys don´t work so well, toxic waste products of our metabolism can stay in our bodies or issues with water balance can occur
- both can make us feel tired
About ALT
- enzyme which is measured to check liver health
How it can cause tiredness
- our liver plays an important role in "detoxifying" our bodies (one good example is alcohol)
- reduced liver function can mean that toxic "waste" remains in the body
- this for example negatively affects metabolism and brain fucntion which in turn causes tiredness
About CRP
- so-callsed "non-spedific parameter " for measuring activity of the immune system
- can for example be used to detect infections
How it can cause tiredness
- elevated CRP levels are a sign of latent infection or autoimmune or rheumatic diseases
- if you have an infection, your body is constantly "working on fighting the infection" which makes you tired
If you have a supplementary health insurance policy with CSS, you can now get 50% of your test costs covered by insurance.
This is how it works:
1. Click on the link below to go to the CSS webshop "enjoy365".
2. Explore, which tests are currently offered. At the moment, it is the 360° Fatigue Check and the 360° Vitamin Check. The offering changes every few months.
3. Order your test at 50% of the price.
Test process
How the test works
Order your test kit
Orders before 16:00 on a working day are shipped the same day and usually arrive the next working day with Swiss Post.
Take your sample from home
The test kit will contain all the necessary material for you to collect a small blood sample from your finger. Never done that before? Don't worry, detailed video instructions are provided and thousands of customers have used them to successfully take their sample.
Send your sample to the lab for analysis
Next, you put your sample into the provided Retourbox and drop it off in a Swiss Post mailbox. It will be analysed by our Swiss laboratory partner, Medisyn (formerly known as Synlab).
Receive your results incl. doctor's report online
Your results will be available online 2-3 working days after sending your sample to the lab. Results include a doctor´s report with interpretations and recommendations.
Test results
What you can expect from test results
Lab results & official lab report
The test analyses 6 common causes for ongoing tiredness. Click here to learn more about the analysed parameters and how they can cause tiredness.
All results are presented so that you can understand them easily without any medical background. Additionally, a doctor's report with explanations and recommendations is included.
You can also download your official lab report to share with any medical professional you might seek treatment from in the future.
Doctor's report
A Swiss doctor will review your lab results and provide:
- an individual assessment & explanation of your test results
- concrete recommendations on what you need to do to get your energy back in case there is a problem
New: Personalised supplement
In case your test results indicate a vitamin or nutrient deficiency, you can immediately order your personalised supplement based on your test results to adress the issue.
Cost comparison doctor's visit
How much do I pay compared to a doctor's office?
Please note: All values are rounded and estimated based on relevant Tarmed positions, individual charging decisions by doctors can lead to deviations.
Cost components at the doctor's office*
Consultation with preparatory discussion of diagnostic service
CHF 70
Sampling
CHF 7
Lab analysis
CHF 99
Discussion of results
CHF 50
Total cost
CHF 226
Cost with Health Yourself
All-in price
CHF 199
Total cost
CHF 199
Please note: All values are rounded and estimated based on relevant Tarmed positions, individual charging decisions by doctors can lead to deviations.
Questions about this test? We have answers.
How quickly will I receive my test?
From Monday to Friday, all orders submitted before 16:00 are shipped on the same day and will usually arrive on the next working day including Saturday. All tests ordered over the weekend are shipped on Monday and usually arrive on Tuesday.
How will my test be delivered?
All tests are delivered by Swiss Post in envelopes or parcels without any outside markings.
Will I be able to take my sample correctly without any medical training?
You do not require any medical training to use our tests. We provide very detailed instructions on how to take your sample and several thousand customers have already successfully taken their tests.
How do I return my sample to the lab for analysis?
You simply put your sample into the return box we provide with each test kit and drop the return box off in any Swiss Post mailbox. You do not need to add a stamp, this is already printed on the return box.
Who analyses my sample?
Your sample is analysed by our laboratory partner Medisyn (formerly known as Synlab). Medisyn is one of the largest laboratory service providers in Switzerland. You might have encountered them during COVID.
Are the results as reliable as from a doctor's office?
All analyses included in this test are also offered through doctors' offices by our laboratory partner Medisyn (formerly known as Synlab). You effectively receive the same test, you only collect the sample from home instead of at the doctor's office.
Medisyn is the largest provider of laboratory services in Switzerland and uses state-of-the-art technology for analysis of all samples.
How long does it take to receive my results?
Your results are generally available online 2-3 working days after you have sent your sample to the lab for analysis.
Will I be able to understand my results without any medical training?
All tests results are easily understandable without any medical training and include clear explanations.
This test also included a doctor's report with an individual assessment & explanation of your results.
What if my results show a value outside of the normal range?
In case a value is outside the normal range, your doctor's report will include clear recommendations for actions. In case a doctor's visit is needed for treatment, you can download the official lab report to share with any doctor in Switzerland and beyond.
In case your test results indicate a vitamin or nutrient deficiency, you can immediately order your personalised supplement based on your test results to adress the issue.
