Our Clinical Governance Team is led by Dr. Adam Staten and is made up of extremely talented doctors who ensure that our testing panels are accurate, innovative and up-to-date on current science and medicine developments.
Dr Adam Staten (MA MBBS MRCP(UK) MRCGP DRCOG DMCC PGCertCE) trained at Cambridge University and King's College London. After serving as a medical officer in the British Army, he returned to the NHS and is now an NHS GP and GP trainer. He has an interest in stress and burnout and has written several books on the subject. He is also the editor of a textbook used by GPs and family physicians all around the world.
Dr Staten is a firm believer in empowering patients to manage their own health and sees educating people about common health problems as the best way to achieve this.
The power to manage your health - GPs blogs at One Day Tests.
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What Is a Blood Test? The Fundamentals of Blood Testing
Explore the importance of blood tests in healthcare with this comprehensive guide. Understand different types of blood tests & how they work.Read now -
Understanding Blood Test Results
Get the clarity you need for your health with this guide to understanding blood test results. Learn how tests work and what to do with your results.Read now -
Reducing The Risk of Dementia
Read nowAs our population ages, dementia is increasingly emerging as a major health concern both for individuals and for society as a whole.
There are a large number of risk factors for developing dementia and although there are some, such as a history of dementia in the family, that you can do little about, you might be surprised to learn how many other risk factors you can actually change for yourself.
Read on to find out more.
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Maintain Your Vitamin B12 Intake During Veganuary
Navigate Veganuary with confidence by understanding the importance of Vitamin B12. Learn how to prevent a deficiency & test for one in this expert guide.Read now -
Why a health MOT blood test should be on your New Year's Resolution List
As we step into the New Year, it's the perfect time to prioritise our health and well-being. A full body MOT health check is an essential tool in this journey, offering a comprehensive assessment of our overall health.Read now -
Small changes to reduce the risk of heart disease
Read nowCardiovascular disease, such as heart attacks and strokes, are a major public health concern in the UK.
According to the Office for National Statistics, ischaemic heart disease was the leading cause of death for men in the UK in 2022, accounting for nearly 40,000 deaths or just over 13% of all male deaths.
Small lifestyle changes can make a difference in improved cardiovascular health. Read on to find out more.
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Beating the January Blues and Blue Monday with Exercise
Read nowThis is a time of year when many people will decide to undertake new exercise regimes. Most people recognize the important benefits that exercise delivers for their physical health, fewer people realize what a major impact exercise can have on improving their mental health.
Find out more about the positive impact of exercise and what levels of exercise you should be aiming to complete.
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Dry January: The benefits of a month without alcohol
Read nowMany of us are familiar with the scenario: there have been multiple work Christmas parties from the beginning of December, spent the days surrounding Christmas with family and friends which then leads on to New Years Eve celebrations.
It's no wonder that every year, up to 15% of us in the UK participate in ‘Dry January’.
But what can you actually expect from completing a month without alcohol. Read on to find out more.
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The PSA Blood Test and Prostate Cancer Screening
Read nowIn the UK, we screen for many different conditions. This starts before we are even born when foetuses are screened for conditions such as Down’s syndrome then, in the new born period, babies are screened for metabolic diseases and hearing problems, school children are screened for colour blindness, and in adulthood we are screened for breast cancer, cervical cancer, and bowel cancer. But we don’t screen for prostate cancer despite the existence of a simple blood test that can alert us to the possibility of the disease.
Why not?
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Dr Mike Forsythe on Vitamin B12
Read nowVitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a unique nutrient, as it’s the only vitamin we require that must be sourced externally from animal-derived foods or supplements. So how do we know if we are getting enough of it? What...
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Dr Mike Forsythe on Apolipoproteins and Refining your Cardiovascular Risk
Read nowLearn how apolipoprotein tests can refine your cardiovascular risk assessment beyond standard lipid profiles. Discover the benefits of measuring apoA1 and apoB for personalized health insights.
Apolipoproteins are, on a simplistic level, proteins that help you carry fat and cholesterol through the bloodstream.
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Breastfeeding Health: Key Biomarkers for Postpartum Prosperity
Read nowAs we commemorate World Breastfeeding Week 2023, it's the perfect time to shine a spotlight on breastfeeding health. Breastfeeding is a remarkable journey shared by mother and baby. Yet, like any journey, it brings unique challenges along with its profound joys.
Test panels from Dr. Staten
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