{"id":185425,"date":"2022-02-03T13:03:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-03T11:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newmedicover.mcdevelop.hu\/laboratory-tests\/laboratory-test-packages\/laboratory-packages-for-athletes\/"},"modified":"2025-02-19T16:40:17","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T14:40:17","slug":"laboratory-packages-for-athletes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/medicare-group.hu\/en\/laboratory-tests\/laboratory-test-packages\/laboratory-packages-for-athletes\/","title":{"rendered":"Laboratory packages for athletes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Laboratory packages for athletes<\/h1>\n\t
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It is important for both hobby athletes and active competitive athletes that their body functions optimally to achieve the best performance. For this, regular sports medicine examinations are essential, of which laboratory tests are an integral part.<\/p>\n

In addition to the general laboratory tests (blood count<\/a>, extended blood and urine test<\/a>), our laboratory packages prepared for athletes also include tests recommended in case of special, increased physical activity.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

When is it recommended to have the laboratory package for athletes performed?<\/h2>\n\t
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We recommend the laboratory package for athletes for both amateur and elite athletes as part of the sports medicine examination. It is worth checking the values \u200b\u200byearly for amateur athletes, every 3 months in case of competitive sports with active training, and every two months for elite athletes, depending on the sport.<\/p>\n

In case of noticeable decrease in performance, fatigue, exhaustion, repeated examination of laboratory values \u200b\u200bis especially recommended.<\/p>\n

Changes in laboratory values \u200b\u200bcan also draw attention to the slow development of overtraining, which can be caused by improperly structured or excessive training. This also has a long-term negative effect on a number of physiological functions, such as hormonal balance, nervous system function, or digestion, which can cause further complaints.<\/p>\n

As a result of training, several laboratory values \u200b\u200bmay increase, which should be constantly monitored in order to prevent organ damage resulting from these differences in the long run. With the help of our laboratory test package, it is easy to monitor the state of the body during active sports, therefore the tests included in the package are recommended for all active athletes.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Which tests are included in the laboratory package for athletes?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Hematopoietic system function<\/a><\/h4>\n\t
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Blood count<\/a>:<\/strong> used to determine the relative and absolute numbers of formed elements in the blood, red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), and platelets (PLT). Based on the results, the sports physician can conclude, among other things, anaemia, blood loss, inflammatory processes, hematopoietic disease, haemorrhage, and coagulation disorders.<\/p>\n

Elevated white blood cell counts are common in athletes. It is caused by exercise, so this does not necessarily indicate inflammation in the body. In addition to regular sports, red blood cell counts can increase, which can improve performance up to a certain point due to increased oxygen delivery, but persistently thickens the blood, thus increasing the risk of thrombosis and causing heart problems. Decomposition of red blood cells is common among runners, causing anaemia.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Kidney function<\/a><\/h4>\n\t
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Total urine with sediment:<\/strong> This test is used to detect infection, metabolic abnormalities, and kidney disease. After increased physical exertion, an increase in certain proteins is often detected in the urine, which usually disappears upon rest.<\/p>\n

Creatinine<\/strong><\/a> (with eGFR): a product of degradation derived from muscles, the level of which is relatively constant in the human body. Elevated values \u200b\u200bare common with active sports. Since it is excreted through the kidneys, elevated blood levels may also indicate a filtration disorder of the kidneys. The test is the best parameter of kidney function.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n

Inflammatory processes<\/h4>\n\t
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CRP:<\/strong><\/a> measures the amount of CRP protein produced in liver cells in the event of inflammation. Typically, its levels increase radically in case of bacterial and fungal infections. A laboratory test can only detect inflammation present in the body, but not its exact location. In the presence of inflammation, further testing is recommended considering any complaints.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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