Our hearts play a vital role in circulating blood throughout the body, carrying oxygen and nutrients to cells as well as removing carbon dioxide and waste. Good heart health is crucial for overall well-being and quality of life.
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. Using our heart health tests will allow you to identify any cholesterol imbalances early and make diet/lifestyle changes accordingly to reduce the risk of these conditions.
Those who are overweight, consume alcohol, smoke, have a family history of heart disease and lead an inactive lifestyle are at higher risk and should get tested. Symptoms of heart issues can vary but may include:
- Chest pains
- Shortness of breath
- Irregular heartbeat
- Extreme fatigue
It should be noted that anyone can have high cholesterol due to genetics or lifestyle and can often display no symptoms. Therefore, heart health tests are recommended to check your cholesterol levels even if you are young, fit and healthy.
Our blood sample collection kit can help you understand your heart health conveniently from the comfort of your home. Simply follow the instructions to take the test. Activate your kit before using the prepaid label to return your test to our lab. Once your kit arrives at the lab results will be ready within 2-3 days and can be accessed through your account. If your results show an imbalance, we advise you seek advice from our GP or pharmacist.
What we test:
- Total Cholesterol
- HDL Cholesterol
- LDL Cholesterol
- Total Cholesterol / HDL Cholesterol Ratio
- Triglycerides
Please note this test can only be used by those over the age of 18. Please read the instruction leaflet carefully before use. Click here for a video guide on how to use out test kits.
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