Cholesterol Blood Test
£69
Test Overview
What is the Cholesterol Blood Test?
Our Cholesterol Blood Test measures the levels of fats (lipids) in your blood, helping to assess your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular conditions.
This test is ideal if you:
- Want to check your cholesterol levels
- Have a family history of heart disease
- Are monitoring your heart health
- Want reassurance about your cardiovascular risk
As high cholesterol often has no symptoms, this test is a simple and effective way to stay informed about your health.
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood that plays an important role in normal body function. However, when levels become too high, it can increase your risk of serious health conditions.
This test measures both:
- “Good” cholesterol (HDL) – helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream
- “Bad” cholesterol (LDL) – can build up in arteries and increase cardiovascular risk
It also looks at your overall cholesterol balance and additional lipid markers to give a clearer picture of your heart health.
This test measures 6 biomarkers across 1 category:
- Cholesterol (6 biomarkers)
These markers provide a detailed overview of your lipid profile and cardiovascular risk.
- You must be 18 years or over to take this test
- Fasting is required for 8–12 hours before your test
What biomarkers do we test?
- HDL: HDL helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream, reducing the risk of heart disease.
- LDL: LDL can lead to plaque build-up in arteries, increasing risk of heart disease and stroke.
- Triglycerides: Triglycerides are fats in the blood that can increase cardiovascular risk if elevated.
- Total Cholesterol: Measures total cholesterol in the blood.
- Cholesterol Ratio: Ratio used to assess cardiovascular risk.
- Non-HDL Cholesterol: Measures all harmful cholesterol combined.
More Information
High cholesterol is one of the leading risk factors for heart disease and stroke, yet it often develops without noticeable symptoms.
By understanding your cholesterol levels, you can take proactive steps to improve your health, including changes to diet, lifestyle, or seeking further medical advice if needed.
This test is sometimes referred to as a lipid profile or lipid panel, and is commonly used as part of routine health monitoring.
Please let us know prior to your appointment if any of the following:
• You have a disability
• You have any allergies that we should be aware of
• You have a medical condition that we need to be made aware of
• If you do not speak and/or read and understand English
• Anything else we should be made aware of
Do not book an appointment if either of the following apply to you:
You are under the age of 18 as we have a strict over 18 policy (We may need to ask for proof of age and ask to see ID prior to your appointment)
Please be aware:
Some people may feel dizzy and/or faint during and after their blood draw. If this has happened to you in the past, please tell the person carrying out the test so they are aware. The maximum attempts that are permitted with your consent will be two blood draw attempts. It is common to have a small amount of bruising after the procedure. This is normal and should resolve after a few days. However, if the area becomes red or swollen, please seek medical advice. Its fine to bring someone with you for support.