The Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL) test is a blood test that measures the amount of a specific type of cholesterol in your body. Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is produced by your liver and is also found in certain foods. While some cholesterol is necessary for our bodies to function properly, too much LDL cholesterol can be harmful.
LDL cholesterol is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol because it can build up in the walls of your arteries, leading to a condition called atherosclerosis. This can restrict blood flow and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
The LDL test helps to assess your risk of developing these conditions by measuring the amount of LDL cholesterol in your blood. It is usually done as part of a lipid profile, which also includes measurements of other types of cholesterol.
Based on the results of the LDL test, your healthcare provider can determine if you have high levels of LDL cholesterol and if any lifestyle changes or medications are needed to lower it. It is important to maintain healthy levels of LDL cholesterol to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
This profile gives a complete picture of your cholesterol levels. High levels dramatically increase your risk of a heart attack and strokes.
Virtually the only way to find out if you have high cholesterol is by having a blood test.
This profile can be performed both on a finger-prick home test sample, and a phlebotomy sample.
This comprehensive, targeted profile checks for a range of male hormones, diabetes, cholesterol and PSA - all which need to be analysed in any man with impotence problems so that any physical causes can be excluded.
It can be analysed with a finger-prick home test kit or with a phlebotomy sample
This is a great, comprehensive check into your health. It analyses your liver & kidneys, your muscle & bone health, and iron levels. It checks if you have diabetes, and includes a full cholesterol profile. It is an excellent basic test covering some of the most important conditions that could put your health and wellness at risk.
This profile can be performed on a finger-prick home test or with a phlebotomy sample.
Analyse some of the most important risks to your heart health.
High Cholesterol, diabetes and generalised inflammation all dramatically increase the risks of future heart attacks.
Includes a full cholesterol profile, HbA1c and CRP level.
Suitable for a finger-prick home sample as well as a phlebotomy sample
This is a great, comprehensive check into your health. It includes a full blood count and a wide range of essential indicators to show your liver & kidney function, your muscle & bone health and iron levels. It will show whether you have diabetes (HbA1c), and includes a full cholesterol profile. It is an excellent basic test covering some of the most important conditions that could put your health and wellness at risk.
This profile requires a phlebotomy sample as it includes a full blood count
An essential profile for anyone wanting to check their fitness – either before starting a programme, or to monitor progress during one.
Full blood count, liver, kidneys, cholesterol, iron status, ferritin, CRP, vitamins D & B12, and testosterone are all analysed to identify if there is anything likely to stop your from being your best.
Due to the number of biomarkers this test needs a phlebotomy sample.
This blood test is our most comprehensive wellness profile for men and is designed to give you the most information about your current wellness and any potential risks for future health and longevity.
It includes a full blood count, analysis of kidney and liver function, bone and muscle health, a full cholesterol profile and iron studies. Additionally a diabetes check, thyroid function tests, hsCRP, a vitamin profile, and testosterone are all included.
Due to the comprehensive scale of this profile a phlebotomy sample is needed.
This blood test is a comprehensive wellness profile for both men and women and is designed to give you a very wide range of information about your current wellness and many potential risks for future health and longevity.
It includes a full blood count, a full cholesterol profile and iron studies. It analyses liver and kidney function, and bone and muscle health, Included is a diabetes check and thyroid function tests.
Due to the comprehensive scale of this profile a phlebotomy sample is needed.
This blood test is our most comprehensive wellness profile for women and is designed to give you the most information about your general health risks and current wellness.
It includes a full blood count and analysis of kidney and liver function, bone and muscle health, a full cholesterol profile and iron studies. Additionally a diabetes check, thyroid function tests, hsCRP, a vitamin profile, and a female hormones profile are all included.
Due to the comprehensive scale of this profile a phlebotomy sample is needed.