Quest Diagnostics Advanced Heart Health Test Panel
Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
8
Duration
30 min
Results
24 hours
Comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessment using blood to analyze cholesterol, triglycerides, and advanced biomarkers.
This panel combines traditional cholesterol testing with advanced cholesterol and inflammatory biomarker testing to help identify hidden risks and act sooner. It's suitable for individuals with a family history of cardiovascular disease (CVD), those wanting to understand their CVD risk, and those desiring a personalized approach to CVD risk assessment and primary prevention. Early screening, combined with proper diet, exercise, and doctor oversight, may help reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. CVD is the leading cause of death in men and women. Knowing your lipid and cardiac biomarker levels may help identify issues early.
Key Details
- Biomarkers
- 4–8 lipid markers
- Fasting Required
- Yes, 10–12 hours for accurate triglycerides
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Turnaround
- Same day to 24 hours
- Common Use
- Cardiovascular risk assessment
Who Is This For?
Adults over 20 as part of routine cardiovascular risk screening. Anyone with a family history of heart disease, high cholesterol, or stroke. People monitoring the effectiveness of statins or other lipid-lowering medications. Those with metabolic syndrome, diabetes, or obesity who face elevated cardiovascular risk.
What's Included
Preparation Required
Fasting for 10–12 hours before your appointment is recommended for accurate results (water is fine). Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and intense exercise for 12 hours before the blood draw. Morning appointments are ideal for consistent hormone and glucose readings. The blood draw typically takes 5–10 minutes.
Biomarkers Tested
8The 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.
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.
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.
The 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.
A highly sensitive test for low-grade chronic inflammation linked to cardiovascular disease risk. Lower hs-CRP values are associated with better cardiovascular outcomes.
An enzyme produced by the pancreas to digest fats. Lipase is more specific to the pancreas than amylase, making it the preferred test for pancreatitis. It remains elevated longer than amylase after pancreatic inflammation.
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.
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.
Includes a $6.00 Physician Service Fee; Klarna/Affirm payment options available
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Duration
- 30 min
- Results
- 24 hours