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Memory and Concentration Screen Blood Test

 

MEMORY AND CONCENTRATION SCREEN BLOOD TEST

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38 BIOMARKERS
1-2 DAYS
INSTRUCTIONS
FAQ

The Memory & Concentration Screen is designed to look for underlying medical problems that may be contributing to problems with poor memory or concentration.

Simple and accurate blood test from a laboratory you can speak to.

TEST RESTRICTIONS

This test is only available in as a venous test. Please book an appointment at a One Day Tests clinic near you.


STEP 1 - CHOOSE YOUR SAMPLE COLLECTION OPTION
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MEMORY AND CONCENTRATION BLOOD TEST OVERVIEW

The Memory & Concentration Screen is designed to look for underlying medical problems that may be contributing to problems with poor memory or concentration. This includes screening for infection, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, liver disease, kidney disease, nutritional deficiencies and electrolyte abnormalities. 

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MEMORY & CONCENTRATION SCREEN BLOOD TEST

Problems with memory and concentration are common. The main concern with these symptoms is whether or not they are due to dementia. The memory and concentration screen looks for physical, usually reversible causes of these symptoms that may mimic dementia.

We check a full blood count which gives a general overview of your health but also looks for specific issues such as anaemia or infection which may impact on energy levels and the ability to concentrate.

Levels of vitamin B12 are checked as low levels of this can cause neurological problems including confusion and ‘brain fog’. Low folic acid levels can also cause memory problems and confusion. We check iron levels as iron deficiency anaemia can affect mental function.

We check liver function as liver disease can cause encephalopathy which results in confusion and memory problems. Similarly, we check renal function as the high levels of urea associated with kidney disease can cause confusion. CRP is a marker of inflammation to ensure that symptoms aren’t being caused by infection. In the bone profile, the key marker is calcium as both high and low calcium levels can cause problems with mental function including memory loss and confusion. 

Thyroid function is tested as both an underactive and an overactive thyroid can cause confusion and memory problems. 

Lastly we check HbA1C, a marker of blood sugar levels over time, as uncontrolled blood sugar levels in diabetes can cause poor memory. 

38 BIOMARKERS

  1. FULL BLOOD COUNT

    - White Blood Cell Count (WBC)
    - Red Blood Cell Count (RBC)
    - Haemoglobin (HGB)
    - Hematocrit (HCT)
    - Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)
    - Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH)
    - Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)
    - Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW)
    - Platelets (PLT)
    - Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)
    - Lymphocytes (LYM)
    - Monocytes* (MON)
    - Neutrophils (NEU)
    - Eosinophils (EOS)
    - Basophils (BAS)

  2. KIDNEY FUNCTION

    - Sodium
    - Urea
    - Creatinine
    - eGFR (CKD-EPI 2009 formula)

  3. LIVER FUNCTION

    - Albumin
    - Globulin calculation
    - Total protein
    - Bilirubin
    - ALT
    - ALP
    - AST
    - GGT

  4. THYROID FUNCTION

    - Unbound thyroxine (Free T4)
    - Unbound triiodothyronine (Free T3)
    - Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

  5. BONE PROFILE

    - Calcium and Corrected Calcium
    - Phosphate

  6. BLOOD SUGAR

    - Ultra accurate HbA1c blood sugar

  7. VITAMINS & MICRONUTRIENTS

    - Total Vitamin B12
    - Active Vitamin B12
    - Vitamin B9 ( also known as Folate and Folic Acid)

  8. IRON STUDIES

    - Ferritin

  9. INFLAMMATION

    - C-Reactive protein (CRP)

  10. UPGRADE

    Need more biomarkers? Add this test to the Ultimate Performance Blood Test.

  1. TURNAROUND TIME

    We are extremely fast, with some results available within hours and others within a working day or less, from the time your sample is in our lab. However, this is not a guarantee and should not be taken as such. This is the guideline turnaround time that can be shorter or longer.


    THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEED TURNAROUND TIME.


    We are extremely proud of our very short turnaround times and a very efficient laboratory processes, you will start receiving results as soon as they are available and have completed clinical validation.


    Whilst we accommodate the shortest of time scales, with some results available within hours, for this particular test the usual turnaround time is: 1-2 working days.

  1. WILL I HAVE A GENERAL EXPLANATION OF MY RESULTS?

    Yes, our doctors put a huge amount of effort into your online Health Dashboard, which will have explanations of what each biomarker is, the normal reference ranges and what it means if you are outside of them.


    This service is included in the price of all our tests.

  1. CAN I SEE A GP TO DISCUSS MY RESULTS?

    Yes, usually the same or next day.


    One Day Tests has a fantastic clinical team of consultants and GPs. Once you have your results you can book an online video consultation to discuss your results.


    Our clinical team consists of practicing NHS and private GPs, who work closely with our laboratory and can tell you what your blood test results mean for you. Having an integrated laboratory and GP services makes your health journey seamless and extremely efficient.


    This service is not included in the price of the test, it is charged separately, should you wish to book it.

DOCTOR'S COMMENTS

Hi, I am Dr. Adam Staten and here's my view on this test as a GP and Clinical Director at One Day Tests.

DR. ADAM STATEN - GP VIEW AND RED FLAG SYMPTOMS

People suffering with memory and concentration problems are naturally concerned that there may be a serious underlying problem, such as dementia. This panel of screening tests looks for other potential causes and is a standard panel used by NHS GPs to look for causes of cognitive problems. It is used to help guide further treatment or investigation.

Red flag symptoms for the Memory and Concentration Screen Blood Test

Consult with a doctor if you experience any of the following:

  • Progressive memory loss
  • Acute confusion
  • Personality change

Your Results and Health Dashboard

The results of your Memory and Concentration Screen Blood Test will be emailed to you as a secured PDF file, ready for your GP and will also be uploaded to our Health Dashboard area of the website. It’s a unique and powerful tool, powered by our in-house clinical analysis research, to match your biomarkers across test panels and symptoms, as well as provide clinical commentary on all individual biomarkers you tested for.

The health dashboard will also provide "panel level" commentary - a birds eye view of the biomarkers that were tested. This feature allows you to view your test results and clinical commentary, and compare them to previous results, giving you a clear understanding of how your health is progressing.

By using the Health Dashboard, you can identify changes in your biomarkers and make necessary adjustments to your lifestyle. This added value is immense, as it empowers you to monitor your health and make informed decisions about your well-being.

It's free and is available with all of our tests.

SAVE ON CONTINUOUS MONITORING WITH OUR SUBSCRIPTION PLAN

The best way to look after your health is to do so regularly. This is easy to do with our continual monitoring plans which give you a discount on future blood tests. You choose the frequency and we'll do the rest.

When you purchase a subscription, we will deliver your home test kits or allow you to book appointments in line with your chosen frequency. You will be able to track your biomarkers over time in our powerful Health Dashboard, where results will be automatically updated for you. There is a minimum of 3 tests with any subscription, after which you can pause/restart/cancel at any time.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Hi, I am Stefania Brown, I am the Laboratory Manager at One Day Tests and here are the lab's special requests for the Memory and Concentration Screen Blood Test.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

There are no special instructions to follow.

Clinic appointment - how to prepare for the Memory and Concentration Screen Blood Test

If you are coming into one of our clinics for the test, this is what you need to do before you arrive:

  • Drink plenty of water about an hour before the appointment.
  • Avoid coffee/tea/energy drinks. Water is good!
  • That’s it! We’ll do the rest.

We look forward to receiving your sample in our lab!

WHY CHOOSE US?

Hello! My name is Dr. Vinesh Mistry, I am part of the GP team here at One Day Tests and here is why you should trust us to test your blood.

QUICK AND ACCURATE RESULTS DIRECT FROM A LABORATORY.

We run our own regulated laboratories and our own accredited clinics. We manufacture our own approved home sample collection kits. Your results are looked after by our fantastic clinical governance team and our super-talented biomedical science team.

When you book your test with us - you book directly with the lab. This means accuracy and responsible duty of care, direct access to the provider and extremely fast turnaround times.

Finally, our customer services rock! You can ask the lab a question any time or you can speak to a real human. You can email us on [email protected] or give us a call on 0115 661 21 61.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Hi, I am Lana Nela, Lead Nurse, and here is what we are frequently asked about this test.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Memory and Concentration Screen Blood Test.

Does the Memory & Concentration Screen diagnose dementia?

No. The screen is designed to look for other, potentially reversible causes of memory problems. If the screen is normal, but symptoms persist, that is the point when further investigations for conditions such as dementia should be considered.

WHY HAVE THE TEST?

Hi, I am Nader Eldarf, I am a Biomedical Scientist in our laboratory and here is why it's important to take this test.

  1. WHY HAVE THE MEMORY AND CONCENTRATION SCREEN BLOOD TEST?

    There are many medical conditions that can impact memory and concentration. This screen allows these problems to be picked up and managed in order to improve cognitive symptoms.

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

Hi, I am Sandeep Patel, I am the Laboratory Director at One Day Tests. Here are the symptoms that you may wish to address with this test.

  1. IS THE MEMORY AND CONCENTRATION SCREEN BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

    The Memory & Concentration Screen is for people who are experiencing trouble with cognitive symptoms and want to exclude treatable medical causes for these problems.

  1. SYMPTOMS AND TAGS

    Difficulty concentrating and Memory issues

WHY ARE BLOOD TESTS IMPORTANT?

Health monitoring is very important, you are in charge of your health - look after it.