Private Blood Testing & Functional Lab Testing in the South West
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The Better Living Clinic
Understanding what’s happening inside your body is one of the most powerful steps you can take for your health.
Blood testing and functional lab testing allow us to identify nutritional deficiencies, hormone imbalances, inflammation, and metabolic issues long before symptoms become serious.
At The Better Living Clinic, we provide advanced private blood testing across the UK, with clients regularly visiting us from Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Bristol, Exeter, Taunton, Yeovil, Bruton, the Cotswolds, Exmoor and across the wider South West.
We work with leading UK laboratories and offer over 300 functional health tests, helping you gain a deeper understanding of your body and what it needs to function at its best

How Private Blood Testing Works
Our testing process is designed to be simple, professional, and personalised.
1. Book Your Test
Book a consultation with The Better Living Clinic, where we help you choose the most appropriate test from our 300+ functional and diagnostic options.
2. Local Blood Draw
Your venous blood sample is taken at a clinic local to you, making the process convenient whether you live in Bristol, Exeter, Taunton, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall or surrounding areas.
3. Personalised Results Consultation
Once your results arrive, you’ll book a follow-up appointment with The Better Living Clinic. We interpret your results and create a personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan designed to support your specific health needs.
This means your test results don’t just sit in a report — they become practical steps to improve your health.
Why Choose Private Blood Testing?
Private blood tests provide deeper insights than standard routine checks and can help with many aspects of health.
Early Detection of Health Issues
Functional testing can identify nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic issues before symptoms appear.
Personalised Health Insights
Instead of generic advice, blood markers allow us to design individual nutrition plans tailored to your unique biology.
Faster Access to Results
Private labs typically return results within 24–72 hours, allowing you to act quickly.
Support for Ongoing Health Concerns
Blood testing is particularly useful if you are experiencing:
Persistent fatigue
Hormonal imbalance
Thyroid concerns
Digestive issues
Autoimmune conditions
Weight management difficulties
Low mood or brain fog
Functional lab testing helps uncover the root causes behind these symptoms.

Our Most Popular Test: Wellness 360
One of the most requested tests at The Better Living Clinic is the Wellness 360 comprehensive blood panel, available in both male and female versions.
The Wellness 360 Male test costs from £362, which includes a professional venous blood draw at a clinic local to you.
This advanced health screen provides a broad overview of your health by analysing markers related to:
Cardiovascular health and cholesterol
Blood sugar regulation and metabolic health
Liver and kidney function
Thyroid hormones
Male hormones including testosterone
Inflammation markers
Iron status
Vitamin and nutrient levels
The female version includes many of the same markers, with additional focus on female hormonal health.
Because it covers multiple body systems, Wellness 360 is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting a comprehensive health assessment.
Functional Testing Available at The Better Living Clinic
In addition to blood testing, we offer a wide range of functional medicine tests, including:
Advanced hormone testing
Thyroid panels
Gut health and microbiome testing
Food sensitivity testing
Nutritional deficiency testing
Stress and adrenal testing
Metabolic and inflammation markers
With over 300 laboratory tests available, we can tailor testing to your specific symptoms and health goals.
Serving Clients Across the South West
The Better Living Clinic supports clients across the South West of England, including:
Taunton
Somerset
Bristol
Exeter
Yeovil
Bruton
Exmoor
The Cotswolds
Devon
Cornwall
Because blood draws are arranged at local partner clinics, you can access testing conveniently even if you live outside these areas.

Turning Your Blood Test Results Into a Health Plan
The most important part of private testing is what you do with the results.
After your test, we review your markers in detail and create a personalised nutrition and lifestyle strategy to support your body.
This may include:
Targeted nutritional changes
Supplement recommendations
Hormone support strategies
Gut health support
Lifestyle and stress management advice
Our goal is to address the root cause of symptoms, not just manage them.
Book a Private Blood Test
If you’re ready to take control of your health, private blood testing with The Better Living Clinic is a powerful place to start.
Whether you're based in Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Bristol, Exeter, Taunton, Yeovil, Bruton, the Cotswolds or Exmoor, we can arrange advanced functional lab testing with professional interpretation and personalised health support.
Booking your test is simple — and it could provide the insights you need to improve your wellbeing.



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