Gleneagles Healthcare Wong Chuk Hang AgeQ™ biological age health assessment

Gleneagles Healthcare Wong Chuk Hang AgeQ™ biological age health assessment

AgeQ™ is a blood test by analyzing routine blood indicators, and utilizes a vailidared algorithm to calculate your AgeQ™ Score. Measureing your biological age and provides personalized insights for healthier aging. 

Your AgeQ™ report is expected to be available within 4–6 days after blood collection. The report includes your AgeQ™ Score, functional system insights and personalised health action recommendations.

- Please fast for at least 8 hours before blood collection. Plain water is allowed.
- You may continue taking your regular medication as usual, unless otherwise advised by your doctor. If you are taking any long-term prescription medication, please consult your doctor before the screening.
- Approximately 10mL of blood will be collected for the test.

To ensure the results are representative, you are advised to postpone the test if you:

- Are currently unwell with an acute illness, or have fully recovered for less than 2 weeks;
- Are pregnant or within 3 months after childbirth;
- Have undergone major surgery or been hospitalised within the past 3 months;
- Have received a blood transfusion within the past 3 months;
- Have received mesenchymal stem cell therapy within the past month; or
- Are undergoing active chemotherapy.

Please consult your doctor or contact the Health Screening Centre if you are unsure about your suitability.

AgeQ™ utilizes a validated algorithm to calculate your AgeQ™ Score by analyzing routine blood indicators, based on data from over 300,000 individuals, includes:

• Singapore Longitudinal Aging Study
• National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey
• UK Biobank

It provides a view of your wellness state relative to your age and gender across the Asian and Western populations represented in the studies.

• Give a snapshot of your overall body performance and functioning
• Provide early insights to help you optimise your aging
• Pick up on decline in body function before symptoms appear

Sample Report:

FAQs

About AgeQ™

Q: What is a biomarker?
A: Biomarkers are measurable signals in your body—like a hormone, protein, or vital sign—that can reflect shifts in your health even before symptoms show up. Tracking biomarkers helps you spot changes early, so you can take action sooner.

Q: How is my AgeQ™ Score calculated?
A: While your birthdays track time, AgeQ™ tracks health. We use a validated algorithm that analyzes 7 key biomarkers (found in standard blood tests) alongside your age and gender. By comparing your unique AgeQ™ Domains against a massive database of over 300,000 individuals, we determine your AgeQ™ Score showing you how your internal systems are performing compared to the average person your age.

Q: What is the scientific basis of AgeQ™?
A: AgeQ™ is rooted in precision health and longevity. It was developed and validated using data from over 300,000 individuals across three major global studies: the Singapore Longitudinal Ageing Studies (SLAS), the NHANES (USA) and the UK Biobank. By identifying specific patterns in your biomarkers that correlate with long-term health and mortality risk, AgeQ™ provides a scientifically backed "snapshot" of your current aging trajectory

Q: How does AgeQ™ differ from other Wellness age clocks?
A; Most Wellness clocks (such as epigenetic or DNA methylation tests) require expensive, specialized lab work. AgeQ™ is designed for clinical utility and accessibility. By utilizing standardized biomarkers, it is more affordable and easily integrated into routine annual check-ups. Furthermore, it is one of the few algorithms validated across both major Asian and Western cohorts, ensuring accuracy across diverse backgrounds.

Q: Is AgeQ™ relevant for different ethnic populations?
A: AgeQ™'s strength lies in its cross-continental validation. Because the algorithm was tested and proven effective against the SLAS (Asian), NHANES (US), and UK Biobank datasets (totaling over 300,000 individuals) it is a robust predictor of health risk across diverse ethnicities and lifestyles, making it highly relevant for populations in Asia, North America, and Europe.

Getting Started

Q: Why should I find out my AgeQ™ Score?
A: AgeQ™ Score is a reflection of your body's overall well-being. It measures how your Functional Systems Targets such as metabolic, circulatory, inflammatory, clearance, and synthesis are performing compared to others. Individuals with the same chronological age may exhibit diverse aging-related signs and symptoms better described by their AgeQ™ Score.

Q: Where is AgeQ™ based?
A: AgeQ™ is developed by AgeQuotient, part of the Lucence Group which is headquartered in the US and Singapore.

Q: What is the eligible age range for this test?
A: 30 years old and above.

Preparing for Testing

Q: Do I need to fast for the blood test?
A: Fasting is required for at least 8 hours before blood draw. You can drink plain water during the fasting period.

Q: Do I need to stop taking my medications before testing?
A: You may continue taking your regular medication before your blood draw.

Q: How much blood is taken?
A: About 10mL. For comparison, a typical blood donation is around 500 mL.

Q: Can I get tested when I'm sick?
A: No. You should not be tested while experiencing an acute illness, or for 2 weeks after you have fully recovered.

Q: What medical conditions or recent procedures temporarily exclude me from testing?
A: To ensure accurate test results, you are currently ineligible for testing if any of the following apply:

• Pregnancy & Postpartum: Currently pregnant, or within 3 months post-delivery.
• Major Surgery or Hospitalization: Had major surgery or were hospitalized within the last 3 months.
• Blood Transfusion: Received a blood transfusion within the last 3 months.
• Stem Cell Therapy: Received Mesenchymal Stem Cell (MSC) treatment within the last 1 month.
• Chemotherapy: Currently undergoing active chemotherapy treatment.

Results

Q: How long does it take to get my results?
A: Your full report is expected to be delivered within 4-6 days after blood draw. It will contain your results and personalized action plan.

Q: How should I interpret my results?
A: Your chronological age tells us how many years you've lived, but your AgeQ™ Score tells us how fast your body is undergoing 'wear and tear'. If your AgeQ™ Score is ≥3 years higher than your actual age, it indicates an "older" AgeQ™ Profile."

Q: Can my AgeQ™ Score be reversed?
A: AgeQ™ Score can be reversed through targeted lifestyle changes to bring the number down and reduce your long-term health risks.

Q: What do the different Functional Systems Targets in my report mean?
A: Your report breaks down your health into five Functional Systems Targets:

• Metabolic: Assesses how efficiently your body is utilizing dietary nutrients.
• Circulatory: Assesses your body's fitness and physical stamina
• Inflammatory: Assesses your body's ability to manage everyday stressors
• Clearance: Assesses your body's internal balance
• Synthesis: Assesses your body's internal maintenance processes

Q: What should I do if I received an "older" AgeQ™ Profile?
A: An "older" AgeQ™ Profile serves as a "check engine light". The next steps to take would be:

• Review: Identify which Functional Systems Targets (e.g. Metabolic, Circulatory, etc.) are driving the score.
• Investigate: Rule out temporary factors like acute inflammation or high-stress periods.
• Optimize: Implement evidence-based interventions with your personalized action plan. Additionally, our studies also show that regular exercise, plant-based nutrition, green tea consumption, and smoking cessation significantly lower AgeQ™ Score.
• Re-test: Perform a follow-up test to monitor progress.