Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
8
Duration
10 min
Results
24 hours
Complete lipid profile measuring total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides. Essential for cardiovascular risk assessment. At 64 PLN (~€15), significantly cheaper than equivalent panels in Germany where the same profile costs €30–50 through private labs.
The lipidogram provides the four key lipid measurements needed for cardiovascular risk stratification. Total cholesterol gives the headline number, but the clinical value lies in the breakdown: LDL cholesterol (the primary atherogenic particle), HDL cholesterol (associated with cardiovascular protection), and triglycerides (elevated in metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and high-carbohydrate diets). Modern cardiovascular risk assessment focuses on the total cholesterol-to-HDL ratio and non-HDL cholesterol (total minus HDL) as more predictive markers than any single value. European Society of Cardiology guidelines use these values alongside age, sex, smoking status, and blood pressure to calculate 10-year cardiovascular risk (SCORE2 model). Individual components are also available separately at Medicus: total cholesterol 17 PLN, HDL 22 PLN, LDL 26 PLN, triglycerides 24 PLN — totalling 89 PLN if ordered individually. The lipidogram package at 64 PLN represents a 28% saving over ordering each component separately. Fasting for 10–12 hours is required for accurate triglyceride and calculated LDL values. Water is permitted during the fast.
Key Details
- Biomarkers
- 4
- Results
- Same day
- Price
- 64 PLN (~€15)
Who Is This For?
Cardiovascular risk screening, statin monitoring, metabolic health assessment
What's Included
Preparation Required
Fasting for 10-12 hours required. Water is permitted. Morning appointment recommended.
Panel Categories
Biomarkers Tested
8The main protein component of HDL cholesterol particles. Higher ApoA1 levels reflect more HDL particles and are associated with lower cardiovascular risk. The ApoB/ApoA1 ratio is a powerful predictor of heart disease.
The primary protein on LDL and VLDL particles. Each atherogenic lipoprotein particle carries exactly one ApoB molecule, making it a direct measure of the number of particles that can enter artery walls. Considered a superior predictor of cardiovascular risk compared to LDL cholesterol.
Often 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.
Lp(a) is a cholesterol-carrying particle linked to genetic risk for heart disease. High levels increase cardiovascular risk.
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.
64 PLN for complete lipidogram. Individual components: total cholesterol 17 PLN, HDL 22 PLN, LDL 26 PLN, triglycerides 24 PLN.
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood (venous draw)
- Duration
- 10 min
- Results
- 24 hours