Cholesterol - Blood Lipids Test in York
Nearest clinic: Browgate Pharmacy, Baildon, 28 miles away. £39.00, results in minutes, no GP referral needed. This test is not in stock in York right now.
Next appointment: today at 09:15 at Browgate Pharmacy
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.
Browgate Pharmacy
5 Browgate, Baildon, West Yorkshire, BD17 6BP
28 miles from York
Bloods by Edd
Blood Cottage, 45-47 Main Street, Hilton, Derbyshire, DE65 5GP
77 miles from York
Judy Bardell-Browne
9 Swan Drive, Kingshurst, West Midlands, B37 6AU
104 miles from York
