What it measures
Healthy adults do not need every test every year. The right set depends on age, family history, medicines, and symptoms. This panel works as a sensible baseline you can build on.
What is included
Complete blood count
Red cells, white cells, hemoglobin, and platelets.
Comprehensive metabolic panel
14 markers for kidneys, liver, blood sugar, and electrolytes.
Lipid panel
Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides in one draw.
Hemoglobin A1C
Your average blood sugar over about three months.
TSH
The first-line check for an underactive or overactive thyroid.
Who should consider it
- Adults who want a yearly baseline
- People who have not had labs in several years
- Anyone starting a new exercise or nutrition plan who wants a before picture
How to read your result
- Routine screening differs by age and sex. Ask a clinician about additions such as PSA, vitamin D, or ApoB.
- Keep your results in one place so you can compare year to year.
Reference ranges differ between labs. Use the range printed on your own report.
What to do next
Add ApoB and Lp(a) if you have family history of early heart disease.
Where to order Annual physical blood work
These sellers include an independent physician order. You pay online and visit a partner lab. Availability, price, and lab network vary, so confirm at checkout.
Private MD Labs
Online lab seller- Says 4,500+ Quest and Labcorp locations
- Every order reviewed by a physician. Says you pay $1 to start and the rest after results.
- Secure online portal with plain-English explanations. Says many results arrive overnight.
HealthLabs
Online lab seller- Says 4,500+ labs, including Quest and Labcorp
- Online or by phone. No doctor referral or insurance needed.
- Secure HealthLabs account. Says 1 to 3 business days.
Walk-In Lab
Online lab seller- Lab network not named on its homepage
- Online, no insurance or doctor order needed. Shows a $6 physician fee per order on popular tests.
- Online account. Turnaround not stated on its homepage.
Quest Health
Lab-run- Quest, 2,000+ locations
- Buy online and book a Quest appointment. An independent provider is involved.
- Online as soon as ready, with an email alert. Provider discussion included at no extra cost.
Seller details come from each seller's own site and can change. Confirm price, lab location, and state availability at checkout.
Questions people ask
Do I need a doctor to order an annual panel?
Online sellers include an independent physician order, so you can book and visit a partner lab yourself.
Will my insurance cover this?
Preventive labs ordered by your own clinician may be covered. Online orders usually cost a fixed cash price.
Related guides
Complete blood count
Red cells, white cells, hemoglobin, and platelets.
ReadComprehensive metabolic panel
14 markers for kidneys, liver, blood sugar, and electrolytes.
ReadHeart health panel
The blood tests that give the clearest read on cardiovascular risk.
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