Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
8
Duration
10 min
Sample
Blood (venous)
What's included
3 deliverables in this treatment
- Venous blood draw
- Total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides
- Laboratory analysis and result report
The lipidogram is a four-part cholesterol panel measuring total cholesterol, HDL (“good”) cholesterol, LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides from a single venous sample. It is a standard part of cardiovascular and metabolic check-ups and helps build a picture of heart-health risk. At Centrum Medyczne Medix it is processed in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price, and is usually taken after an overnight fast for the most reliable triglyceride reading.
About this treatment
A lipid panel, or lipidogram, looks at the fats circulating in your blood and is one of the most widely used tests for assessing cardiovascular risk. From a single venous sample the laboratory reports total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol (often described as the protective fraction), LDL cholesterol (the fraction more strongly associated with arterial plaque) and triglycerides, a separate type of fat influenced by diet, alcohol and metabolism. The ratio…
Lipid results are commonly used alongside blood pressure, glucose and lifestyle factors to guide decisions about diet, exercise and, where appropriate, medication; raised LDL or triglycerides are associated with a higher long-term risk of cardiovascular disease. For the most reliable triglyceride and LDL figures, patients are usually asked to fast for around nine to twelve hours beforehand, taking only water. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the lipidogram is…
Good to know
- Markers
- Total, HDL, LDL, triglycerides
- Preparation
- Fasting recommended
- Sample
- Venous blood
Who is this for?
Adults monitoring cholesterol or cardiovascular risk as part of a routine check
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.
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More than thirty medical specialties hold consulting clinics at Centrum Medyczne Medix, including allergology, cardiology, cardiac surgery, dermatology, diabetology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, general and orthopaedic surgery, laryngology, nephrology, neurology, ophthalmology, paediatrics, proctology, psychology, pulmonology, radiology, rheumatology and urology, supported by an on-site analytical laboratory and…
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Treatment highlights
- Venous blood draw
- Total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides
+1 more item in What's included
35 zł for the full lipidogram (total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides) from one venous sample. Fasting is usually recommended.