Build Your Own Blood Test Panel in Australia: The Complete Guide
Choose exactly which markers you want to test. Pay only for what you choose. No GP referral required. Results in 24 to 48 hours.
Standard blood test panels test the same things for everyone. A custom panel lets you scroll through 300+ biomarkers, choose the ones that match your symptoms or goals, and pay only for those.
This guide covers how custom blood testing works in Australia, what biomarkers to include for specific concerns, example panels for athletes, hormone monitoring, weight loss medication tracking, fertility, and general baseline screening. Plus how to order without a GP referral and receive results in 24 to 48 hours.
Create Your Own Blood Test Panel
Scroll through 300+ biomarkers, tick the ones that match your symptoms or goals, and pay only for what you select. Hormones. Thyroid. Vitamins. Inflammation. Metabolic. Cardiovascular. Longevity. Autoimmune. All in one panel, ordered online with no GP referral.
What is a custom blood test panel?
A custom blood test panel (also called a "build your own" or "personalised blood test") lets you select individual biomarkers and combine them into one pathology request. Instead of paying for a standard panel that includes markers you don't need, you choose exactly what you want to test and pay only for those.
MediTests Create Your Own panel offers 300+ biomarkers across nine categories: hormones, thyroid, iron, vitamins, inflammation, metabolic, cardiovascular, longevity and autoimmune. It is the deepest custom panel available in Australia.
How it differs from standard health checks
Standard health checks (like an Essential Health Check or 365 Health Check) test the same biomarkers for every customer at a flat price. They are ideal for first-time baseline screening or general health monitoring.
A custom panel gives you control over the exact biomarkers tested. It is ideal when you have specific concerns, want to track progress on a specific marker, or want to add tests beyond standard health checks.
Why build your own blood test panel?
You have specific symptoms or concerns
Standard panels are designed for the average customer. If you have specific symptoms (fatigue, low libido, brain fog, irregular cycles, recovery issues), a custom panel lets you target the markers most likely to explain what you are experiencing.
Tired by mid-afternoon
Could be cortisol, ferritin, vitamin D, B12 or thyroid. Build a custom panel covering all five.
Brain fog or low mood
Thyroid, B12, testosterone, or inflammation could be the cause. Test them together.
Cycle off or irregular
Oestradiol, progesterone, LH, FSH, prolactin and AMH tell the full story.
Slow recovery from training
Testosterone, inflammation markers (CRP), full iron studies, vitamin D and cortisol usually answer this.
You're tracking changes over time
Started a new supplement, medication, training routine, or hormone protocol? Retest only the markers that matter without paying for a full panel each time. Common retest scenarios: ferritin after iron supplementation, testosterone after lifestyle changes, thyroid after medication adjustments, lipid panel after dietary changes.
You're following up on a previous result
Something flagged outside the reference range on a previous test? Retest only the markers you need to confirm without redoing the entire panel. Cheaper, faster, more targeted.
You're optimising, not just screening
Biohackers, athletes and longevity-focused customers often build panels around their specific protocols. Track exactly what matters to your goals and ignore the rest.
Biomarker categories explained
MediTests Create Your Own panel covers nine biomarker categories. Here is what each covers and when to include it.
Hormones
Testosterone (total, free), SHBG, oestradiol, progesterone, LH, FSH, prolactin, DHEA-S, cortisol, AMH and more. Include these when investigating low energy, mood changes, libido issues, fertility planning, perimenopause, or monitoring hormone therapy. See our complete hormone testing guide.
Thyroid
TSH, Free T3, Free T4, thyroid antibodies (TPO, TG). Include when investigating fatigue, weight changes, mood disturbance, hair loss, temperature sensitivity, or family history of thyroid conditions. Thyroid dysfunction is one of the most under-diagnosed causes of unexplained symptoms in Australia.
Iron
Ferritin, transferrin, iron, total iron binding capacity, transferrin saturation. Critical for women of reproductive age, athletes, vegetarians, and anyone with fatigue. Ferritin specifically reflects iron stores and is often the first marker to drop.
Vitamins
Vitamin D, B12, folate. These three are the most commonly deficient vitamins in Australian adults. Include when investigating fatigue, mood, immune function, bone health, or cognitive symptoms.
Inflammation
CRP (high-sensitivity C-reactive protein), ESR, homocysteine. Markers of systemic inflammation that can drive fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, and cardiovascular risk. Worth including in most panels as an overall health indicator.
Metabolic
Fasting glucose, HbA1c (3-month average blood sugar), fasting insulin, HOMA-IR (insulin resistance calculation). Essential for anyone tracking weight, on GLP-1 medications, with family history of type 2 diabetes, or PCOS.
Cardiovascular
Full lipid panel (total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides), Apolipoprotein A1 and B, Lipoprotein(a), homocysteine. Goes deeper than the standard cholesterol screen. Includes the markers cardiologists use for advanced risk assessment.
Longevity
Advanced cardiovascular markers, methylation status, oxidative stress markers, growth hormone proxies (IGF-1), and biological age proxies. For customers actively optimising for healthspan.
Autoimmune
ANA, rheumatoid factor, anti-CCP, thyroid antibodies, coeliac antibodies. Include when investigating unexplained joint pain, fatigue, digestive issues, or family history of autoimmune conditions.
How to choose your biomarkers
The right biomarkers depend entirely on what you are trying to understand. Start by writing down your top three concerns. Then match each concern to the relevant categories and individual markers.
If your main concern is...
Low energy or fatigue
Include: ferritin, vitamin D, B12, folate, TSH + Free T4 + Free T3, morning cortisol, CRP, and (for men) total testosterone + free testosterone. This is one of the most comprehensive fatigue panels you can build for around $150 to $200.
Hormones and reproductive health
For men: total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, oestradiol, prolactin, LH, FSH. For women: oestradiol, progesterone (timed to luteal phase), LH, FSH, prolactin, total testosterone, SHBG, AMH, thyroid panel.
Athletic performance and recovery
Total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, oestradiol, full iron studies, vitamin D, B12, magnesium, zinc, cortisol, CRP, full lipid panel, full blood count. Athletes commonly build $200 to $300 panels covering these.
GLP-1 medication monitoring
HbA1c, fasting insulin, fasting glucose, lipid panel, liver function (ALT, AST, GGT), kidney function (creatinine, eGFR), TSH + Free T4, and either testosterone (men) or full hormone panel (women).
General baseline screening
Full blood count, lipid panel, fasting glucose, HbA1c, liver function, kidney function, electrolytes, vitamin D, B12, ferritin, TSH, CRP. This covers the essentials a comprehensive GP-ordered screen would include, plus inflammation markers.
Cardiovascular risk assessment
Full lipid panel, Apolipoprotein A1 and B, Lipoprotein(a), homocysteine, HbA1c, fasting insulin, CRP, and either Coronary Calcium Score (separate imaging) or NT-proBNP. Far more comprehensive than a standard cholesterol test.
Example custom panels
Fatigue Investigation Panel
For when you cannot work out why you are tired all the time. Covers all the common physiological causes.
- Ferritin, iron, transferrin saturation
- Vitamin D, B12, folate
- TSH, Free T4, Free T3
- Morning cortisol
- CRP (inflammation)
- Full blood count
Male Hormone Optimisation Panel
For men investigating hormone levels, optimising performance, or considering TRT.
- Total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG
- Free Androgen Index (calculated)
- Oestradiol (sensitive)
- Prolactin, LH, FSH
- DHEA-S
- Full blood count, lipid panel
GLP-1 Therapy Monitoring Panel
For Australians on Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro tracking metabolic and hormonal effects.
- HbA1c, fasting glucose, fasting insulin
- Lipid panel
- Liver function (ALT, AST, GGT)
- Kidney function (creatinine, eGFR)
- TSH, Free T4
- Testosterone (men) or hormone panel (women)
Athletic Performance Panel
For serious athletes and gym-goers tracking recovery, performance and hormonal health.
- Total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, oestradiol
- Full iron studies (ferritin, iron, transferrin saturation)
- Vitamin D, B12, magnesium
- Cortisol, CRP
- Full lipid panel, full blood count
- Creatine kinase (CK)
How to order a custom blood test without a GP referral
Australian law permits private pathology testing without a GP referral when paid for directly. MediTests provides the pathology request, lab partnership and results delivery. No GP visit required.
Every MediTests blood test, including custom panels, is ordered online without a GP consult or referral. You receive your pathology request as a PDF within minutes of ordering. Walk into any of 3,300+ NATA-accredited collection centres across Australia.
The process for ordering a custom blood test in Australia:
- Browse 300+ biomarkers on the MediTests Create Your Own panel page
- Select the markers you want — tick the boxes for each biomarker
- Review your panel and price — the total scales with how many markers you choose
- Complete checkout online — no GP consult required
- Receive your pathology request instantly via email as a PDF
- Walk into any collection centre across Australia, no appointment needed
- Receive results in 24 to 48 hours via secure email
Who custom blood test panels are for
Custom panels work for a wide range of Australians. Here are the most common situations.
Investigating specific hormones
Cycle issues, fertility planning, perimenopause, low testosterone symptoms. Test only the hormones relevant to your concern.
Following up on a flagged result
Something outside range last time? Retest only the markers you need to confirm without redoing a full panel.
Tracking changes over time
New supplement, medication, training routine, or protocol? Watch what actually moves with targeted retests.
Athletes and gym-goers
Iron, inflammation, hormones, recovery markers. The exact markers your training depends on.
Biohackers and optimisers
Build panels around your protocols. Track what matters to your goals, ignore the rest.
General baseline
Build a comprehensive baseline panel covering the essentials. Nothing missing, nothing irrelevant.
How much does a custom blood test cost?
MediTests Create Your Own panel pricing scales with the number of biomarkers you select. You pay only for what you choose, with no minimum order. There are no consultation fees and no Medicare requirement.
Typical custom panel costs
- 3-5 markers — $60 to $100 (targeted follow-up or specific concern)
- 6-10 markers — $120 to $200 (most common range for symptom investigation)
- 10-15 markers — $200 to $280 (comprehensive panel for hormones, performance or general baseline)
- 15+ markers — $280+ (deep optimisation panels for athletes, biohackers, longevity-focused)
When standard panels make more sense
If you want a comprehensive baseline and don't yet know what to test, standard health check panels often offer better value than building from scratch. Custom panels are best when you have specific markers in mind or want to track a particular set of biomarkers over time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I build my own blood test panel in Australia?
Yes. MediTests Create Your Own panel lets Australians build a custom blood test from 300+ biomarkers including hormones, thyroid, vitamins, inflammation, metabolic markers, cardiovascular and longevity. No GP referral required. Pay only for what you choose. Results in 24 to 48 hours.
Do I need a GP referral for a custom blood test?
No. MediTests provides your pathology request directly with no GP consult required. Choose your biomarkers online, receive your referral instantly, and walk into any of 3,300+ NATA-accredited collection centres across Australia.
How much does a custom blood test cost in Australia?
MediTests Create Your Own panel pricing scales with the number of biomarkers you select. You pay only for what you choose, with no minimum order. Most custom panels range from $50 to $300. No consultation fees, no Medicare required.
How many biomarkers can I choose from?
MediTests offers 300+ biomarkers across hormones, thyroid, iron, vitamins, inflammation, metabolic, cardiovascular, longevity and autoimmune categories. It is the deepest Create Your Own panel available in Australia.
What biomarkers should I include in my custom blood test?
The right biomarkers depend on your symptoms and goals. For fatigue, check ferritin, vitamin D, B12, thyroid and cortisol. For low libido or recovery issues, include testosterone, free T, SHBG and oestradiol. For general baseline, include lipid panel, liver function, kidney function, full blood count and inflammation markers (CRP).
How long do custom blood test results take?
MediTests delivers results within 24 to 48 hours of your sample being collected. You receive a full NATA-accredited pathology report as a secure PDF showing every marker tested with reference ranges.
Can I customise a blood test panel for athletes or training?
Yes. Athletes commonly build panels covering testosterone (total and free), SHBG, oestradiol, full iron studies, vitamin D, B12, magnesium, zinc, cortisol, CRP and a complete metabolic panel. MediTests Create Your Own panel makes this straightforward.
Are custom blood test results as accurate as GP-ordered tests?
Yes. MediTests results are processed by NATA-accredited Australian pathology laboratories using ISO 15189 standards. These are the same labs used by GPs, specialists and hospitals. You receive the original lab report with full reference ranges.
Can I retest specific markers after a previous blood test?
Yes. MediTests Create Your Own panel is ideal for follow-up testing. Retest only the markers you need to track without paying for a full panel. Common follow-ups include ferritin after iron supplementation, testosterone after lifestyle changes, and thyroid markers after medication adjustments.
Where can I get a custom blood test in Australia?
MediTests partners with 3,300+ NATA-accredited collection centres across every state and territory. Order your custom panel online, walk into any centre with your referral, no appointment needed.
What is the difference between a custom panel and a standard health check?
Standard health checks include a fixed set of biomarkers for a flat price. Custom panels let you choose exactly which markers you want tested and pay only for those. Custom panels are ideal when you have specific concerns, are tracking specific conditions, or want to add markers beyond standard health checks.
Can I use a custom blood test for hormone replacement therapy monitoring?
Yes. Custom panels are commonly used for ongoing TRT and HRT monitoring. Choose the specific markers you need (total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, oestradiol, haematocrit, PSA) without paying for irrelevant tests each time.
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