Cholesterol - Blood Lipids Test in Raunds
Nearest clinic: Acorn Pharmacy, Berkhamstead, 40 miles away. £39.00, results in minutes, no GP referral needed.
Cholesterol - Blood Lipids
The Cholesterol test measures your blood lipid levels, including total cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides. These lipids play a critical role in cardiovascular health, and imbalances are a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke. For the most accurate results, fasting for 8 to 12 hours before the test is recommended.
Who Should Get Tested?
High cholesterol affects millions of UK adults and typically has no symptoms until it leads to a serious event like a heart attack or stroke. You should consider testing if you have a family history of heart disease or high cholesterol, are over 40, are overweight, have high blood pressure or diabetes, smoke, or have a sedentary lifestyle. Regular cholesterol testing is also essential for anyone already on cholesterol-lowering medication (statins) to monitor treatment effectiveness.
Understanding Your Results
| Marker | Healthy Target |
|---|---|
| Total Cholesterol | Below 5 mmol/L |
| LDL (bad cholesterol) | Below 3 mmol/L |
| HDL (good cholesterol) | Above 1 mmol/L (men) / Above 1.2 mmol/L (women) |
| Triglycerides | Below 2.3 mmol/L (fasting) |
Your overall cardiovascular risk depends on the balance between these markers, not just total cholesterol. Your clinic team will explain your full lipid profile and advise on diet, exercise, or medication if needed.
Nearest clinics offering this test
These clinics have Cholesterol - Blood Lipids in stock. Choose one to see appointment times.
Acorn Pharmacy
256 High Street, Berkhamstead, ., HP4 1AQ
40 miles from Raunds
IVBOOST UK
162 - 166 High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 3AP
40 miles from Raunds
Judy Bardell-Browne
9 Swan Drive, kingshurst, Birmingham, B37 6AU
52 miles from Raunds
