{"product_id":"cholesterol-and-lipid-test","title":"Home Cholesterol Test Kit UK - Full Lipid Profile","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"Order a home cholesterol test kit in the UK. UKAS accredited and CQC registered labs measure a full lipid profile including LDL, HDL and triglycerides.\" name=\"description\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .lipid_product {\n    --lipid_ink: #2f2a28;\n    --lipid_muted: #6f625d;\n    --lipid_taupe: #786863;\n    --lipid_taupe_dark: #5e4c46;\n    --lipid_cream: #f5eee3;\n    --lipid_line: #ded2c5;\n    --lipid_white: #ffffff;\n    --lipid_green_bg: #e8f3e9;\n    --lipid_green_text: #345f3f;\n    --lipid_amber_bg: #fff1cf;\n    --lipid_amber_text: #7b5715;\n    --lipid_orange_bg: #f9e7d7;\n    --lipid_orange_text: #8a4d2d;\n    --lipid_red_bg: #f8dfdf;\n    --lipid_red_text: #8f3535;\n    --lipid_blue_bg: #e8eef4;\n    --lipid_blue_text: #405c72;\n    color: var(--lipid_ink);\n    font-family: inherit;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.7;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    max-width: 1120px;\n  }\n\n  .lipid_product * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n\n  .lipid_product h2,\n  .lipid_product h3,\n  .lipid_product h4 {\n    color: var(--lipid_ink);\n    line-height: 1.2;\n    margin-top: 0;\n  }\n\n  .lipid_product h2 {\n    font-family: Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n    font-size: clamp(32px, 5vw, 54px);\n    font-weight: 500;\n    margin-bottom: 18px;\n  }\n\n  .lipid_product h3 {\n    font-family: Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n    font-size: clamp(25px, 3vw, 34px);\n    font-weight: 500;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .lipid_product h4 { font-size: 18px; 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It can support cardiovascular risk assessment and treatment monitoring, but it does not diagnose heart disease or calculate a complete personal risk score.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 biomarkers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLDL, total, non HDL and HDL cholesterol, ratio and triglycerides\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapillary blood collected into the supplied microtainer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK laboratory pathway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUKAS accredited and CQC registered laboratory processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC1BLP03000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_notice\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull standard lipid profile, not a full heart assessment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardiovascular risk also depends on age, blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, kidney disease, family history, ethnicity and other factors. In UK clinical practice, a clinician may use QRISK3 where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart attack or stroke symptoms require emergency care\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall 999 for central chest pain or pressure, severe breathlessness, collapse, new facial or arm weakness, speech difficulty or another possible heart attack or stroke symptom. Do not wait for a home test result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_eyebrow\"\u003eQuality and compliance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome cholesterol testing supported by UK standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_trust_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUKAS accredited laboratories\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eISO 15189 accreditation supports laboratory competence, quality systems and diagnostic performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCQC registered services\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe diagnostic pathway uses organisations registered with the Care Quality Commission.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliant collection equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUKCA and CE marked equipment supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinically bounded claims\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe page separates lipid risk information from diagnosis, emergency care and prescribing decisions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this full lipid profile measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eHealth area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eBiomarkers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat they may help show\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtherogenic cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLDL and non HDL cholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol carried in particles associated with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall cholesterol pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal cholesterol and HDL cholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe overall amount and distribution of cholesterol in the blood.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRisk ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal cholesterol to HDL ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne component used within wider cardiovascular risk assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirculating fats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriglycerides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary and metabolic context, with very high levels carrying pancreatitis risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho may consider this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis home cholesterol test kit may be considered by adults who want to review selected lipid risk markers, including those with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA personal or family history of high cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA close relative with premature heart disease or stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh blood pressure, overweight, obesity or diabetes risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn earlier high LDL, non HDL or triglyceride result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatin or other lipid lowering treatment requiring clinician directed monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet, weight or alcohol changes being reviewed over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA request from a GP or another qualified clinician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA home lipid result cannot replace blood pressure measurement, examination, ECG, imaging or urgent assessment of symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealthy adult comparison levels in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are general NHS guides for healthy adults. They are not universal treatment targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eGeneral guide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eImportant qualification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelow 5 mmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTargets may be lower in people with cardiovascular disease or high clinical risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLDL cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelow 3 mmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment targets depend on personal risk and existing disease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon HDL cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelow 4 mmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNICE treatment monitoring may use percentage reduction or lower secondary prevention targets.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHDL cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbove 1.0 mmol\/L for men and above 1.2 mmol\/L for women\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDL must be interpreted with LDL and non HDL cholesterol.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasting triglycerides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelow 1.7 mmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe reporting laboratory interval takes priority.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon fasting triglycerides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelow 2.3 mmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnexpected elevation may require a fasting repeat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFasting and collection guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eTesting point\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eRecommended approach\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine lipid profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost routine profiles can be measured without fasting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh triglycerides or calculated LDL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA fasting repeat may be requested when triglycerides are raised or LDL needs confirmation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparison over time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse similar fasting status, medicine timing and collection conditions when comparing results.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlain water is normally allowed and may help capillary collection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasting safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek advice before fasting if you use medicines that can cause low glucose or need to eat regularly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the home cholesterol test kit works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lipid_step_number\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview preparation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck fasting instructions, medicines, recent illness, alcohol and previous lipid results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lipid_step_number\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCollect and return\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect capillary blood into the supplied microtainer and return it using the provided packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lipid_step_number\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview the complete risk picture\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterpret the laboratory values with blood pressure, smoking, age, family history and medical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing for the test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasting status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFollow the kit instruction and record whether the sample was fasting or non fasting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid unusually heavy alcohol intake before testing because it can raise triglycerides.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord statins, fibrates, steroids, retinoids, hormone treatment and other relevant medicines. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecent illness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcute illness can temporarily affect lipid results. Delay non urgent testing until recovered where practical.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy and recent birth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord pregnancy or recent birth because lipid levels can differ from usual adult ranges.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevious results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep earlier lipid values available so trends and treatment response can be reviewed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon lipid result patterns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simplified examples support discussion and are not diagnoses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePossible context\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePossible next step\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh LDL and non HDL cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect inherited or acquired dyslipidaemia and increased atherosclerotic risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange formal risk assessment and review secondary causes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh triglycerides with low HDL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay form part of an insulin resistant or metabolic pattern.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview glucose, blood pressure, weight, alcohol and relevant medicines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNormal total cholesterol but high LDL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe total value may conceal an unfavourable distribution of cholesterol particles.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse LDL and non HDL values rather than total cholesterol alone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery high total or LDL cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay suggest familial hypercholesterolaemia, particularly with premature heart disease in the family.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt GP or lipid specialist assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery high triglycerides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay create acute pancreatitis risk as well as long term cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt medical review.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBiomarkers and result interpretation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect each marker to read what it measures, preparation guidance and how low, normal, high or urgent results may be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"lipid_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eLDL cholesterol\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLDL carries cholesterol from the liver to tissues. Higher LDL concentrations are causally associated with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and are an important treatment target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLDL may be measured directly or calculated from the other lipid values. Calculated LDL can become less reliable when triglycerides are markedly raised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost routine lipid profiles do not require fasting. Follow the kit instructions and record whether the sample was fasting. Record recent alcohol, acute illness, statins, fibrates, steroids, retinoids, hormone treatment and any major dietary or weight change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery low LDL may reflect intensive treatment, genetics, malabsorption, hyperthyroidism or another medical condition.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss an unexpected result with a clinician.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect favourable risk reduction, lipid lowering treatment or genetic factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret it with overall cardiovascular risk and treatment goals.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory or general comparison range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal result does not remove risk from smoking, blood pressure, diabetes or family history.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eBorderline high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay increase long term cardiovascular risk, especially when other risk factors are present.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss formal risk assessment and lifestyle or treatment options with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect inherited or acquired dyslipidaemia and increases atherosclerotic risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange GP review and assessment for secondary causes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA very high result can suggest familial hypercholesterolaemia or another significant lipid disorder.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt clinical review and follow the laboratory advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"lipid_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTotal cholesterol\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal cholesterol includes cholesterol carried in LDL, HDL and other lipoprotein particles. It provides an overview but is less specific than LDL or non HDL cholesterol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNHS guidance commonly uses below 5 mmol\/L as a general guide for healthy adults, although individual treatment targets may be considerably lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost routine lipid profiles do not require fasting. Follow the kit instructions and record whether the sample was fasting. Record recent alcohol, acute illness, statins, fibrates, steroids, retinoids, hormone treatment and any major dietary or weight change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery low total cholesterol may reflect treatment, low body weight, malabsorption, hyperthyroidism, liver disease or chronic illness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss an unexpected result with a clinician.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect treatment, genetics, diet or another health factor.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret it with LDL, HDL, non HDL cholesterol and triglycerides.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the general or laboratory comparison range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinue to consider blood pressure, smoking, diabetes and family history.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eBorderline high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay indicate increased risk depending on the distribution of LDL, non HDL and HDL cholesterol.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview the complete lipid profile and overall cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay arise from inherited factors, diet, diabetes, thyroid disease, kidney disease, liver conditions or medicines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange clinical review.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly raised value may indicate familial hypercholesterolaemia or severe secondary dyslipidaemia.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt medical review.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"lipid_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eNon HDL cholesterol\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon HDL cholesterol is calculated by subtracting HDL cholesterol from total cholesterol. It captures cholesterol carried by LDL and other potentially atherogenic particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used in fasting and non fasting samples and is an important treatment monitoring marker in UK cardiovascular guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost routine lipid profiles do not require fasting. Follow the kit instructions and record whether the sample was fasting. Record recent alcohol, acute illness, statins, fibrates, steroids, retinoids, hormone treatment and any major dietary or weight change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally indicates a lower concentration of atherogenic cholesterol particles.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret it with treatment status and overall risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory or general healthy adult comparison range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal result does not remove risk from other cardiovascular factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndicates a higher burden of cholesterol in potentially atherogenic particles.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss lifestyle, secondary causes and treatment options with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly raised result may suggest severe inherited or secondary dyslipidaemia.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt clinical review.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"lipid_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTotal cholesterol to HDL ratio\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total cholesterol to HDL ratio divides total cholesterol by HDL cholesterol. It is used as one component in cardiovascular risk assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lower ratio is generally more favourable, but the ratio can conceal a high LDL or non HDL concentration and should never replace the individual values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost routine lipid profiles do not require fasting. Follow the kit instructions and record whether the sample was fasting. Record recent alcohol, acute illness, statins, fibrates, steroids, retinoids, hormone treatment and any major dietary or weight change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA very low ratio may reflect high HDL, low total cholesterol, treatment or analytical factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret the individual lipid values rather than treating the ratio alone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually reflects a favourable balance between total and HDL cholesterol.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinue to review LDL, non HDL and the wider risk profile.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the reporting laboratory range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse it as one part of cardiovascular risk assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect higher total cholesterol, lower HDL or both and is associated with higher cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss formal risk assessment and treatment options with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly high ratio may indicate substantial lipid imbalance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt clinical review.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"lipid_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHDL cholesterol\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHDL transports cholesterol from tissues towards the liver. Lower HDL is associated with higher cardiovascular risk, but HDL does not cancel the effects of raised LDL or non HDL cholesterol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery high HDL is not automatically protective and may be influenced by genetics, alcohol, liver factors or other conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost routine lipid profiles do not require fasting. Follow the kit instructions and record whether the sample was fasting. Record recent alcohol, acute illness, statins, fibrates, steroids, retinoids, hormone treatment and any major dietary or weight change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay be associated with insulin resistance, smoking, obesity, inactivity, high triglycerides, medicines or genetic factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocus on the complete cardiovascular risk profile rather than HDL alone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory or general comparison range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinue to review LDL, non HDL and other risk factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften associated with lower risk, but very high levels are not always protective.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not assume high HDL offsets high LDL or non HDL cholesterol.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"lipid_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTriglycerides\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriglycerides are fats carried in the blood. Levels can rise after food, alcohol, poorly controlled diabetes, weight gain, kidney or liver disease and some medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersistent elevation is associated with cardiovascular risk. Very high triglycerides may increase the risk of acute pancreatitis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFasting status matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon UK guides use below 1.7 mmol\/L for fasting triglycerides and below 2.3 mmol\/L for non fasting triglycerides. The reporting laboratory's range takes priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost routine lipid profiles do not require fasting. Follow the kit instructions and record whether the sample was fasting. Record recent alcohol, acute illness, statins, fibrates, steroids, retinoids, hormone treatment and any major dietary or weight change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery low triglycerides are uncommon and may reflect low intake, malabsorption, hyperthyroidism, genetics or chronic illness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss an unexpected result with a clinician.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften not concerning and may reflect diet, treatment or genetic factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret it with the complete profile and health history.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the reference interval for the stated fasting status.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintain established cardiovascular risk reduction measures.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eBorderline high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect recent food or alcohol intake, insulin resistance, weight, medicines or early metabolic disturbance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview preparation and discuss repeat testing if needed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay be associated with diabetes, alcohol, obesity, kidney disease, liver disease, thyroid disease or medicines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange GP review and assessment of secondary causes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lipid_status lipid_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery high triglycerides may increase the risk of acute pancreatitis.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt medical review and follow the laboratory's urgent advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this test does not include\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"lipid_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhy it may matter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlood pressure and QRISK3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired for a more complete estimate of ten year cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHbA1c or glucose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiabetes and insulin resistance can influence lipid results and cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKidney and liver tests\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay identify secondary causes and support safe lipid lowering treatment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThyroid function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn underactive thyroid can raise cholesterol.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApoB and lipoprotein(a)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay provide additional risk information in selected people.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eECG, imaging or troponin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThese answer different clinical questions and are required for acute symptom assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content-standards\" class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_eyebrow\"\u003eEvidence and content standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this product information was prepared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page was prepared from the supplied six marker cholesterol and lipid test specification and checked against current NHS and NICE information on cholesterol levels, non fasting testing, cardiovascular risk, treatment monitoring and severe lipid abnormalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_method_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct specification checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAt home format, capillary specimen, six biomarkers, fasting guidance and product code.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK clinical evidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNHS and NICE sources used for lipid ranges, non fasting testing, QRISK and treatment context.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRisk claims restricted\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe page does not diagnose heart disease or imply that a normal lipid result eliminates cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eReview at least annually and earlier when lipid or cardiovascular guidance changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"medical-review\" class=\"lipid_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_eyebrow\"\u003eClinical accountability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical accuracy, lipid evidence and quality assurance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe review roles are separated across general medical accuracy, cardiometabolic evidence and laboratory safety. The reviewers are not presented as consultant cardiologists or lipid specialists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_review_grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lipid_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"lipid_review_avatar lipid_review_avatar_snieguole\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Snieguole Geige\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lipid_review_label\"\u003eMedical accuracy and limitations reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"lipid_review_name\"\u003eDr Snieguole Geige\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_review_title\"\u003eDentist, Medical Doctor and Senior Adviser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed symptom escalation, fasting limitations, medicine disclosure, diagnostic boundaries and patient facing medical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/dr-snieguole-geige-dentist-medical-doctor-and-senior-adviser\" class=\"lipid_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lipid_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"lipid_review_avatar lipid_review_avatar_rimas\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Rimas Geiga\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lipid_review_label\"\u003eLipid and cardiometabolic evidence reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"lipid_review_name\"\u003eDr Rimas Geiga\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor, Nutritional Sciences Adviser and Healthy Ageing Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed LDL, non HDL, triglycerides, nutrition, metabolic risk, healthy ageing context and responsible lifestyle information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/dr-rimas-geiga-medical-doctor-nutritional-sciences-adviser-and-healthy-ageing-expert\" class=\"lipid_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lipid_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"lipid_review_avatar lipid_review_avatar_veronika\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Veronika Matutyte\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lipid_review_label\"\u003eLaboratory quality and patient safety assurance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"lipid_review_name\"\u003eVeronika Matutyte\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor and Healthcare Management Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed laboratory pathway wording, fasting safety, severe triglyceride escalation, result follow up and governance safeguards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/veronika-matutyte-medical-doctor-and-healthcare-management-expert\" class=\"lipid_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_review_meta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical review date\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNext scheduled review\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBy 26 July 2027 or earlier when UK guidance changes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_board_link\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/medical-advisory-board\"\u003eMeet the Grace Belgravia Medical Advisory Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section lipid_sources\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_eyebrow\"\u003eAuthoritative references\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUK cholesterol and cardiovascular information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eView NHS, NICE, UKAS and CQC sources\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lipid_sources_body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/high-cholesterol\/cholesterol-levels\/\"\u003eNHS cholesterol levels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/high-cholesterol\/getting-tested\/\"\u003eNHS cholesterol testing information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myhealthlondon.nhs.uk\/cvd-prevention\/know-more\/cholesterol-and-triglycerides\/understanding-your-blood-fats-cholesterol-and-triglycerides\/\"\u003eNHS London cholesterol and triglyceride guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/ng238\/chapter\/Recommendations\"\u003eNICE cardiovascular risk assessment and lipid modification\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ruh.nhs.uk\/pathology\/documents\/clinical_guidelines\/PATH-018_Assessment_and_Management_of_Lipids_in_Primary_Care.pdf\"\u003eNHS assessment and management of lipids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.heartuk.org.uk\/cholesterol\/home-samples-and-testing\"\u003eHEART UK home cholesterol testing guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ukas.com\/accreditation\/standards\/medical-laboratory-accreditation\/\"\u003eUKAS medical laboratory accreditation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cqc.org.uk\/guidance-regulation\/providers\/registration\/scope-registration\/regulated-activities\/diagnostic-and-screening-procedures\"\u003eCQC diagnostic and screening services guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_section lipid_faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lipid_eyebrow\"\u003eSearch led questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome cholesterol and lipid profile FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I check my cholesterol at home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This kit uses capillary blood collected at home and returned for laboratory analysis. It is a send away blood test rather than an instant self test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a full lipid profile blood test include?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis panel reports LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, non HDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, triglycerides and the total cholesterol to HDL ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a cholesterol test the same as a heart disease test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Cholesterol is one cardiovascular risk factor. A complete assessment also considers age, blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, kidney disease, family history and other clinical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to fast for a cholesterol test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost routine lipid profiles can be measured without fasting. A fasting sample may be requested when triglycerides are raised, calculated LDL needs confirmation or a clinician wants a controlled comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long should I fast when fasting is requested?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the laboratory instruction. A fasting lipid profile commonly involves water only for approximately 9 to 12 hours. Do not fast without advice if medicines or a medical condition require regular food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a healthy total cholesterol level in the UK?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor healthy adults, NHS guidance commonly uses below 5 mmol\/L as a general guide. Personal targets may be lower for people with cardiovascular disease, diabetes or other high risk conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a healthy LDL cholesterol level?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA general NHS guide for healthy adults is below 3 mmol\/L. People receiving treatment or living with cardiovascular disease may have lower individual targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is non HDL cholesterol?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon HDL cholesterol is calculated by subtracting HDL from total cholesterol. It includes cholesterol carried by LDL and other potentially atherogenic particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a healthy non HDL cholesterol level?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor healthy adults, NHS guidance commonly uses below 4 mmol\/L as a general guide. Treatment targets may be lower and are personalised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is HDL cholesterol?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHDL carries cholesterol away from tissues towards the liver. A higher HDL may be associated with lower cardiovascular risk, but it should not be interpreted separately from LDL and non HDL cholesterol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat HDL level is considered healthy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNHS guidance commonly uses above 1.0 mmol\/L for men and above 1.2 mmol\/L for women as general healthy adult guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the cholesterol to HDL ratio?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ratio divides total cholesterol by HDL cholesterol. Lower values are generally more favourable, but the ratio can hide a high LDL or non HDL result and should not be used alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a healthy triglyceride level?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon UK guides use below 1.7 mmol\/L for a fasting sample and below 2.3 mmol\/L for a non fasting sample. The reporting laboratory range takes priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan very high triglycerides be dangerous?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Persistent elevation is associated with cardiovascular risk. Very high triglycerides can increase the risk of acute pancreatitis and may require urgent clinical review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat can cause high cholesterol?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossible causes include inherited lipid disorders, diet, obesity, diabetes, an underactive thyroid, kidney disease, liver conditions, alcohol and some medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat can cause low cholesterol?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow levels may occur because of lipid lowering medicines, genetics, low body weight, malabsorption, hyperthyroidism, liver disease or chronic illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use this test to monitor statin treatment?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may provide useful lipid information, but monitoring should follow the prescriber's requested timing and targets. Do not start, stop or change a statin from a home result alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan a normal cholesterol result mean my cardiovascular risk is low?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot necessarily. Blood pressure, smoking, age, family history, kidney disease, diabetes and other factors may still create significant risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat happens after a high cholesterol result?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GP may repeat the profile, assess blood pressure and overall risk, review family history and medicines, and request thyroid, liver, kidney or glucose tests before discussing treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen should familial hypercholesterolaemia be considered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery high cholesterol, a close family history of premature heart disease or several affected relatives may suggest an inherited lipid disorder and justify specialist assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this test include ApoB or lipoprotein(a)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. ApoB and lipoprotein(a) may provide additional information in selected people, particularly where family history is strong or routine lipid results do not fully explain risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen should heart symptoms be treated as urgent?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall 999 for central chest pain or pressure, severe breathlessness, collapse, new facial or arm weakness, speech difficulty or another possible heart attack or stroke symptom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the laboratories UKAS accredited and CQC registered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamples are processed through UKAS accredited laboratories within a CQC registered diagnostic pathway. Collection equipment is UKCA and CE marked and supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lipid_footer_note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis test measures selected lipid risk markers. It does not diagnose heart disease or calculate a complete personal cardiovascular risk score.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall 999 for central chest pain or pressure, severe breathlessness, collapse, new facial or arm weakness, speech difficulty or another possible heart attack or stroke symptom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare high, very high, persistent or changing results with a GP. Do not start, stop or change statins or other lipid lowering treatment from a home result alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54410174366035,"sku":"480-cholesterol-and-lipi","price":79.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Home_Cholesterol_Test_Kit_UK_-_Full_Lipid_Profile_2.png?v=1785166728","url":"https:\/\/gracebelgravia.com\/products\/cholesterol-and-lipid-test","provider":"Grace Belgravia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}