The bench
Tools for reading your own labs.
Practical, plain-language tools that help you understand a report and prepare well. Everything here is educational and free, and none of it replaces a conversation with your own doctor.
DICT
Searchable dictionaryBiomarker dictionarySearch any marker on a routine panel to see, in plain language, what it is, why it is measured, and how to read its range.CONV
Instant converterLab unit converterConvert glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, creatinine, HbA1c and more between conventional and SI units, using the exact factors.PREP
Interactive checklistBlood test prepChoose a test type for a prep checklist you can tick off, with fasting, timing and medication steps, saved on your device.READ
Guided walkthroughRead a sample reportClick through an annotated (fictional) lipid panel to learn what each part of a lab report is actually telling you.