Advanced Lipid & Metabolic Profile
£145.00
Our Advanced Lipid & Metabolic Profile provides an in-depth assessment of cholesterol, lipoprotein and metabolic cardiovascular risk.
Alongside a standard lipid profile, the test measures important apolipoproteins including ApoB, ApoA-I, ApoCII, ApoCIII and ApoE, together with the ApoB:ApoA-I ratio and small LDL cholesterol. These markers provide considerably more detail about the number and type of cholesterol-carrying particles in the blood and can help identify cardiovascular risk that may not be apparent from a standard cholesterol test alone.
The profile also assesses metabolic health through glucose, HbA1c, insulin and C-peptide, together with additional markers including leptin, adiponectin, resistin and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, a marker of inflammation associated with cardiovascular risk.
At your appointment, additional health measurements will also be taken, including blood pressure, pulse, height, weight and a basic body composition assessment.
This test is particularly useful for people with raised cholesterol, a strong family history of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, diabetes or pre-diabetes, or for anyone seeking a more comprehensive assessment of their cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Once your test has been ordered, you will receive an email with instructions on how to book your appointment at one of a nationwide network of phlebotomy clinics.
The results provide a detailed overview of your lipid particle burden and metabolic health, helping to identify cardiovascular risk that may not be apparent from a standard cholesterol test and whether further specialist assessment or treatment may be appropriate.
