Keep an eye on your health – understand the effects of smoking on your body.

The smoker check analyzes important blood values ​​that can be affected by smoking, including inflammatory markers, cholesterol levels and liver parameters. This test gives you a comprehensive insight into your current health situation and shows possible risks.

Why is this test important? Smoking can have a long-term impact on your health, often without noticeable symptoms. With the smoker check, you can identify abnormalities early on and take targeted measures to improve your health.

Your advantages:

• Comprehensive analysis: Investigation of the most important blood values ​​influenced by smoking.
• Simple and convenient: Flexible sampling from home.
• Clear feedback: Your individual report shows you your values ​​compared to the normal ranges.

Protect your health actively – with the Probatix smoking check.

The smoker check is important for your health:

• assessment of the risk of cardiovascular disease
• early detection of inflammatory processes in the body
• monitoring long-term blood sugar levels
• detection of nicotine degradation products in the body
• Motivation to quit smoking through concrete health data

A smoker check can be useful in the following situations:

• If you are currently smoking or have recently quit smoking
• If you have concerns about the health effects of smoking
• As motivation and support for quitting smoking
• If there is a family history of smoking-related diseases
• To monitor health after long-term smoking

Discuss the results with a doctor to develop individualized strategies for improving your health.

LDL cholesterol

The biomarker LDL cholesterol is an important indicator of the risk of cardiovascular diseases. A high LDL cholesterol level can lead to arteriosclerosis, which in turn increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. It is therefore important to regularly monitor the LDL cholesterol level and, if necessary, reduce it through a healthy diet, regular exercise, and possibly medication therapy.

C-reactive protein (CRP)

CRP is an inflammatory marker in the blood that increases when there are inflammations or infections in the body. An elevated CRP level can indicate acute or chronic inflammations, infections, or even cardiovascular diseases.

Lipoprotein(a)

Lipoprotein(a) is a subtype of lipoproteins in the blood, consisting of a combination of lipids and proteins. Elevated Lipoprotein(a) levels in the blood can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, particularly atherosclerosis and heart attack. Lipoprotein(a) can deposit in the walls of the arteries and contribute to the formation of plaques, leading to a narrowing of the arteries and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. Measuring Lipoprotein(a) is important for assessing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and can aid in decision-making regarding preventive measures and treatments.

Long-term blood sugar (HbA1c)

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is an important biomarker for the long-term control of blood sugar levels in diabetics. It provides information about the average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months and is therefore an important indicator for diabetes treatment and control. An elevated HbA1c level may indicate insufficient blood sugar regulation and increase the risk of diabetes complications.

1. What does the smoker check measure?

The smoker check examines important blood values ​​that can be affected by smoking, including blood lipids, inflammatory markers and carbon monoxide in the blood.

2. Who is the smoker check suitable for?

The test is ideal for smokers or former smokers who want to monitor their health in order to detect risks associated with smoking at an early stage.

3. Which blood values ​​are tested during the smoker check?

The values ​​tested include cholesterol, blood sugar and inflammation levels, which can provide information about the risk of cardiovascular disease and lung damage.

4. How is the smoker check carried out?

The test is done by taking a simple blood sample, which you can do from the comfort of your own home. The sample is then sent to our laboratory and analyzed.

5. What health risks can smoking cause?

Smoking can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, lung disease, cancer and other serious health problems. The smoker check helps to identify these risks early.

6. How long does it take to get the results?

The results are usually available in your personal Probatix dashboard within a few days.

7. What can I do with the results?

Based on the test results, you can take steps to improve your health, such as quitting smoking or making lifestyle changes, or talk to a doctor about next steps.

8. Can the smoker check also be used by former smokers?

Yes, the test is also useful for former smokers to check their current health status and identify possible long-term effects of smoking.

9. How often should I do the smoker check?

It is recommended that you take the test regularly, especially if you continue to smoke or have health problems that may be caused by smoking.