This cholesterol test provides crucial insights into your cardiovascular health by evaluating all major cholesterol markers. It can help identify your risk for heart disease by analysing LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides, which can accumulate in arteries and increase the risk of heart conditions. HDL (good cholesterol) and non-HDL cholesterol levels provide a clearer picture of your cholesterol balance.
Armed with this information, you can work with your healthcare provider to develop a personalised plan to reduce your risks, whether through diet, exercise, or medication. Take the guesswork out of your wellness and let the numbers guide you toward a healthier heart!
You will need to fast for 8 to 12 hours before having this blood test. This means not eating any food and drinking only water. Most people have the test in the morning, so it doesn't interfere with their meals.