Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
5
Duration
15 min
Sample
Blood (venous)
What's included
4 deliverables in this treatment
- Venous blood draw
- Laboratory analysis of 5 lipid markers
- GP consultation with history and examination
- Detailed results interpretation report
The Lipid Profile is a blood test that looks at the fats circulating in your bloodstream. It measures total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL and non‑HDL cholesterol – five key markers that help you understand heart‑health risk and guide lifestyle or medication decisions. It’s ideal for adults who want a clear picture of their cardiovascular risk, and it uses a single venous blood draw with results typically returned within a few days.
About this treatment
A Lipid Profile provides a snapshot of the fats that travel in your blood, offering insight into cardiovascular health. The panel includes five specific biomarkers: Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, and Non‑HDL cholesterol. These markers together reveal how much “good” (HDL) and “bad” (LDL, non‑HDL) cholesterol you have, as well as overall lipid load and triglyceride levels, which may support decisions about diet,…
Good to know
- Sample
- Blood (venous)
- Markers
- 5
- Turnaround
- Few business days
Who is this for?
Adults monitoring cardiovascular risk
Panel categories
Biomarkers tested
5Often called 'good' cholesterol, HDL carries cholesterol away from arteries back to the liver for removal. Higher HDL levels are protective against heart disease. Exercise, healthy fats, and moderate alcohol intake can raise HDL.
Often called 'bad' cholesterol, LDL deposits cholesterol in artery walls, contributing to plaque buildup and atherosclerosis. LDL is the primary target for cardiovascular risk reduction through diet, exercise, and medication.
Non-HDL cholesterol is the total cholesterol minus HDL cholesterol, representing all "bad" cholesterols. High levels can increase the risk of heart disease.
The combined measure of all cholesterol in your blood, including HDL, LDL, and VLDL. While useful as an overview, the breakdown between HDL and LDL is more clinically meaningful for assessing cardiovascular risk.
The most common type of fat in the body, stored for energy. Elevated triglycerides — often from excess sugar, alcohol, or calories — increase cardiovascular risk and can cause pancreatitis at very high levels.
Treatment highlights
- Venous blood draw
- Laboratory analysis of 5 lipid markers
+2 more items in What's included
Included in Comprehensive Blood Test (£215) which also includes GP consultation (history, examination, blood draw) and result interpretation.