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Cholesterol Awareness Test
At Our Clinical Location


£ 64.99

If you are not comfortable in extracting blood yourself then this test gives you the option to have your blood drawn at one of our clinical location. A comprehensive analysis of your levels of different types of cholesterol which are then used to calculate your risk of developing heart disease.

  • 6 tests included

  • Finger prick / Venous blood sample

  • 2 days turnaround

Cholesterol awareness test

What this test measures
Read more about the health markers we check in this blood test

Cholesterol Status

Triglycerides Learn More

Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) that is found within the blood. After a meal, the body converts any calories it doesn't need to use right away into triglycerides. These are then transported to cells where they are stored as fat. Later, the production of hormones can stimulate the release of triglycerides which can be used for energy between meals. The regular overconsumption of greater than those burned may result in hypertriglyceridemia, a condition in which the level of triglycerides are elevated. This can be a risk factor for microvascular disease which affects the tiny blood vessels around the heart. 

Cholesterol Learn More

Cholesterol is an essential body fat (lipid) that is predominantly derived from the foods we consume, though, is also produced by the liver. Cholesterol is an important component of cell membranes and is also a precursor molecule to a variety of essential hormones. Individuals with high levels of cholesterol in the body are at a significantly increased risk for developing heart disease. However, total cholesterol is a sum of both good (HDL) and bad (LDL) cholesterol therefore, it is necessary to investigate whether the rise in total cholesterol is caused by a high proportion of HDL or LDL as HDL can in fact exhibit protective effects against heart disease.

HDL Cholesterol Learn More

HDL (high density lipoprotein) cholesterol is often referred to as the "good" cholesterol due to its ability to pick up other forms of excess cholesterol present in the blood and transport this back to the liver where it is broken down and removed from the body. Individuals with increased levels of HDL cholesterol have been found to be associated with a lower risk of developing heart disease.

LDL Cholesterol Learn More

LDL cholesterol (low density lipoprotein) also known as the "bad" cholesterol is responsible for transporting triglycerides, other fats and other cholesterol to a variety of tissues located throughout the body. Excessive amounts of LDL in the body as a result of the overconsumption of certain foods, can result in fatty deposits accumulating on the walls of the artery. This can subsequently result in the development of atherosclerosis and is associated with an increased risk of heart disease. 

Non-HDL Cholesterol Learn More

Measurements of Non-HDL cholesterol are important in establishing the total amount of cholesterol present in the blood that serve a non-protective role for the body and are potentially harmful. The value is calculated by subtracting an individuals HDL cholesterol result from the value of total cholesterol. As the value includes a total of all the forms of potentially damaging cholesterol and not just LDL alone, it is considered to be a greater biomarker for cardiovascular risk.

Total/HDL Chol ratio Learn More

HDL (high density lipoprotein) cholesterol is often referred to as the "good" cholesterol due to its ability to pick up other forms of excess cholesterol present in the blood and transport this back to the liver where it is broken down and removed from the body. Individuals with increased levels of HDL cholesterol have been found to be associated with a lower risk of developing heart disease.

About this test and how it can help you

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is predominantly derived from the foods we consume. Therefore, consuming an unhealthy diet, rich in fatty foods can increase the levels of cholesterol in your blood, putting you at a greater risk of developing cardiovascular disease and suffering a heart attack.

Our total cholesterol awareness test is the perfect tool for you to check your cholesterol levels. As there is a variety of different forms of cholesterol, we offer an extensive profile providing a full breakdown of the different types. This includes testing for; total cholesterol, the ‘good’ HDL cholesterol, the ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol, total/HDL cholesterol ratio and the level of triglycerides. Furthermore, this test also provides you with a ‘Heart Disease Risk Ratio’ value which is based upon your total/HDL cholesterol ratio.

This test is perfect for those:

  • Wanting to check the levels of cholesterol in their blood
  • Wanting to evaluate their heart disease risk ratio
  • Wanting to track cholesterol levels following a lifestyle change like healthy eating
  • Wanting to closely monitor the levels of cholesterol in their blood as they are taking cholesterol lowering medication such as statins for diagnosed heart disease

How it works at our Clinical Location

Place Your Order

Choose a nearby clinic with experienced healthcare professionals & Place your order for a venous blood sample.

Perform Your Blood Test

Relax and get your blood sample be taken at the clinic.

View Results

Received the results within 24-48 hours.

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