Lipid Profile: Understanding Your Cholesterol and Triglycerides
A lipid profile is one of the most important blood tests for assessing heart health. It measures key markers such as total cholesterol, LDL (low-density lipoprotein, often called "bad" cholesterol), HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or "good" cholesterol), non HDL cholesterol and triglycerides. These markers provide insights into your risk of cardiovascular disease, helping you stay proactive about your health.
Why is it Important?
Extensive research has shown that imbalanced lipid levels—especially high LDL cholesterol and triglycerides—can significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications. Regularly monitoring your lipid profile allows you and your healthcare provider to take preventive action early, whether through lifestyle changes, dietary adjustments, or medical intervention.
How Does the Test Work?
- At-Home Test: Order our easy-to-use test kit online and take a blood sample from the comfort of your home. We use high-quality medical-grade TAP test to ensure accurate results.
- Click & Collect: Prefer to visit a location? Pick up a test kit from one of our partner clinics.
Beyond Cholesterol—Why Lipid Monitoring Matters
While high LDL cholesterol has long been recognised as a major risk factor for heart disease, emerging research suggests that elevated triglycerides and high non-HDL cholesterol also play a critical role. Even if your total cholesterol is within a "normal" range, an unfavorable balance of LDL, HDL, and triglycerides could still increase your risk of cardiovascular problems. That’s why we recommend regular lipid testing that always comes with a medical opinion , so it doesnt necessarily require you to visit your NHS GP to get advice on the results.
If you have a family history of coronary heart disease you should also consider (just once) testing LP (a).
Our blood testing service offers sequential lab tracking, which means you, your GP and the doctor reporting your blood tests can track trends as well as the one off value of each test.
Take Control of Your Heart Health
Knowledge is power when it comes to preventing heart disease. Whether you choose our at-home test, click-and-collect service, or a standard lab test, keeping track of your lipid levels is a vital step in maintaining your well-being. Order your test today and gain valuable insights into your cardiovascular health.
Lipid Blood Test & Medical Report
If other blood tests are required these can be added to your basket and taken at the same time.
All our tests are reported by a medical doctor. When you receive your package, there will be a QR code that takes you to our Personal Health Profile, which will take down important information that is needed before the doctor can provide a clinical opinion.
Convenient Blood Testing, Your Way
We believe getting essential health insights should be simple, stress-free, and tailored to your needs. That’s why our blood panel kit offers two flexible options:
1️⃣ Delivered to Your Door – Take your sample from the comfort of home.
2️⃣ Visit a Medical Centre – Have your blood taken by a professional.Option 1: At-Home Testing – Simple, Painless, and Hassle-Free
Prefer to take your sample at home? We provide everything you need to collect your blood easily and comfortably. Our kit includes a pain-free device that attaches to your outer arm and uses gentle vacuum technology to draw the required amount of blood. Once you’ve collected your sample, simply place it in the prepaid postage bag included in your kit and send it directly to a high accredited laboratory in London for analysis.
Review the TAP device video if you want to see it in action.
Option 2: Visit One of Our Medical Centres
If you’d rather have your blood taken by a trained professional, you can book an appointment at one of our partner medical centres. Our healthcare specialists will take care of everything, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.
Accurate Results, Fast Turnaround
Whichever option you choose, your sample will be processed quickly in our London laboratory, we will then analyse your results and a medical doctor from your chosen medial provider will write to you with the outcome and best next steps.
Take control of your health with a testing method that suits your lifestyle. Order your blood panel kit today.