Cardiovascular
Healthy Heart Check
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in the blood which is essential for life. However too much cholesterol can have a serious effect on your health as it increases your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
See what is measuredAbout this test
Manage your risk of heart disease
Cholesterol plays a vital role in every cell in the body and is also to make hormones that are essential for development, growth and reproduction. Cholesterol also forms bile acids that are needed to absorb nutrients from food. A cholesterol test measures the cholesterol that circulates in the blood in particles called lipoproteins. These lipoproteins include HDL ‘good’ particles that carry excess cholesterol away for disposal, and LDL ‘bad’ particles that deposit cholesterol in tissues and organs.
What we measure
HEALTHY HEART
Cholesterol plays a vital role in every cell in the body and is also used to make hormones that are essential for development and function.
- Total Cholesterol
- High total cholesterol is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
- LDL
- LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol is often called 'bad cholesterol' because it contributes to plaque, a thick, hard deposit that can clog arteries and make them less flexible.
- HDL
- HDL (high density lipoprotein) cholesterol is often called 'good cholesterol' and is protective against atherosclerosis.
- Triglycerides
- The main storage form of fatty acids in the body. Elevated triglyceride levels may contribute to hardening of the arteries, and increase the risk of heart disease or stroke.
- Cholesterol Ratio
- A calculation of your HDL cholesterol over your total cholesterol which is used to calculate your likelihood of developing heart disease.
What happens next
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Order your test
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Follow your collection instructions
Preparation and collection vary by test. Follow the instructions provided for your specific test; contact us if anything is unclear.
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Explore your results
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