GlycanAge test – biological age and the true pace of ageing of your body

Treatment description

Do you feel as though you are living at full speed, yet have no idea how this is affecting your body?
Are you concerned about how stress, lack of sleep and a hectic lifestyle are impacting your health and appearance?
Are you noticing signs of ageing that do not correspond to your chronological age?
Do you find yourself wondering – how old is your body, really?

The GlycanAge test is not a standard laboratory analysis – it is advanced diagnostics of the biological age of your organism, based on the analysis of glycans (sugar structures attached to proteins in the blood).

The primary focus of the test is:

  • the level of chronic inflammation in the body (low-grade inflammation)
  • the rate of ageing at the cellular level

What makes it unique:

  • glycans on IgG antibodies directly reflect the level of inflammation in the body
  • chronic inflammation is one of the principal causes of:
    • skin ageing
    • collagen loss
    • fatigue and declining energy levels
  • biological age can be higher or lower than chronological age

In other words: two people aged 40 can have entirely different “true ages of their organism”

In the context of Longevity and Wellbeing, the GlycanAge test provides the answer to the key question: not how old you are – but how your body is ageing


How the test is performed

The test is straightforward and non-invasive:

  • a small blood sample is taken (capillary or venous)
  • the sample is sent to a specialist laboratory for analysis
  • the glycan structure on IgG molecules is analysed

The results include:

  • an assessment of biological age
  • inflammatory status level
  • interpretation in the context of your lifestyle

Who is the test intended for

  • individuals aged 25+ who wish to take a preventive approach
  • those experiencing chronic stress
  • clients who wish to understand the ageing process
  • those who invest in their health, appearance and performance
  • patients enrolled in Longevity programmes
  • anyone wishing to optimise their health through Longevity

Our approach

At our clinic, the GlycanAge test is not merely a source of information – it is the foundation for an action plan.

Within our Longevity department we analyse:

  • your biological status
  • inflammation levels
  • lifestyle
  • stress and burden

Because the result in itself is not the goal.

The goal is to understand:

  • why your body is ageing at a particular rate
  • and how we can change that

We are guided by the principle:
only a healthy organism can slow ageing – both from within and without


Preparation for the test

  • no special preparation is required
  • a stable state of health is recommended (no acute infections)
  • please inform us of any medications and dietary supplements you are taking

Recovery and precautions

  • no recovery is required (only a blood sample is taken)
  • the test is safe and minimally invasive
  • results must be interpreted under specialist guidance

When are results available

  • results are available within a few weeks
  • interpretation and an action plan are provided immediately following analysis

The true result is not a number – it is: guidance on how to slow ageing and improve the function of your organism


Treatment combinations

Based on the GlycanAge results, the approach may include:

  • IV vitamin infusions
  • hormone therapy
  • acupuncture
  • dermatological and anti-ageing treatments

CONCLUSION

The GlycanAge test does not tell you how old you are.

It reveals how you are living – and how that is affecting your body.

Because ageing is not random; it is a process you can influence once you understand it. And that is precisely where the true medicine of the future begins: prevention, Longevity and control of your own health.

Contact Us

Have a question? Send us an enquiry and we will be happy to respond.

    Need Help?

    Our team of specialists is at your disposal for all information and advice.
    Phone

    +385 1 2365 953
    +385 91 9117 093

    Email

    info@poliklinika-jakic.hr

    FAQ

    Frequently asked questions

    Here you’ll find answers to the questions our clients most often ask about our services and treatments.

    + What is the GlycanAge test and what does it measure?
    The GlycanAge test analyses the biological age of the organism by measuring glycans — molecules that play a key role in inflammatory processes and ageing. This provides insight into the true state of the organism, which frequently does not correspond to chronological age.
    + Why is it important to know your biological age?
    Because it reveals how the body is truly functioning from within. Two people of the same chronological age can have entirely different biological ages — and it is precisely there that the opportunity for change lies.
    + How does this test inform the treatment plan?
    The test results enable the creation of a personalised plan encompassing nutrition, supplementation, therapies and lifestyle — all with the aim of slowing ageing.
    + How reliable are the results?
    The test is based on scientifically validated biomarkers and provides a high level of precision in assessing biological age.
    + Is the test invasive?
    No — the sample is taken in a simple and minimally invasive manner.
    + Can I influence my biological age?
    Yes — and that is precisely the greatest value of the test. By changing lifestyle habits and adopting a therapeutic approach, it is possible to slow or even reduce biological age.
    + Why is the GlycanAge test central to Longevity medicine?
    Because it enables measurable monitoring of the ageing process and data-driven decision-making — which is the foundation of modern preventive medicine.