Your panel results are reviewed online by our doctor free of charge.
Who is it for?
People with a family history of heart disease or with cardiovascular risk factors
Preparation
Some tests in this panel require 8–12 hours of fasting; your sample is collected in the morning on an empty stomach and you may drink only water. Ask your doctor about any medication you take regularly.
Preparing for your testInsurance
We work with private health insurers. We obtain the pre-approval for this panel and collect your sample once it is approved.
Insurance and paymentAbout this panel
The Cardiovascular Risk Panel brings together tests that help assess risk factors related to cardiovascular health. Total, HDL and LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, apolipoprotein B (Apo B), lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)], homocysteine and high-sensitivity CRP are tested together.
The panel also includes CK, CK-MB and troponin T, PT (INR), aPTT, fibrinogen and D-dimer, fasting blood sugar and insulin, liver and kidney function, magnesium, free T4, TSH and a complete blood count. This panel is not for emergencies: if you have chest pain or shortness of breath, call 112. It is recommended that you review your results with your doctor.
Tests in this panel 27
Tap a test's name to see what it measures, its reference range and how to prepare.
- Glucose (Fasting Blood Glucose) Measures fasting blood sugar to help screen for diabetes Blood Fasting required
- Urea/BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) Kidney function test measuring the waste product of protein breakdown Blood
- Uric Acid Test used to assess the risk of gout and kidney stones Blood Fasting required
- Creatinine Key blood test showing how well the kidneys filter the blood Blood
- Total Cholesterol Basic cardiovascular risk test measuring all the cholesterol in the blood Blood Fasting required
- HDL Cholesterol (Good Cholesterol) Measures the good cholesterol that protects blood vessel health Blood Fasting required
- LDL Cholesterol (Bad Cholesterol) Measures the level of bad cholesterol, monitored for blood vessel health Blood Fasting required
- Triglycerides Basic lipid profile test showing the level of fat in the blood Blood Fasting required
- AST (SGOT) Blood level of AST, an enzyme that indicates liver and muscle damage Blood
- ALT (SGPT) The most specific enzyme test for liver cell damage Blood
- GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase) A sensitive enzyme test for the liver and bile ducts Blood Fasting required
- CK (Creatine Kinase) Blood level of creatine kinase, an enzyme that indicates muscle damage Blood
- CK-MB (Creatine Kinase MB) Blood level of the CK subtype concentrated in heart muscle Blood
- Magnesium Blood level of a mineral needed for muscles, nerves and heart rhythm Blood
- Homocysteine An amino acid linked to B vitamin deficiency and blood vessel health Blood Fasting required
- High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) Sensitive CRP that reflects low-grade inflammation and cardiovascular risk Blood
- Free T4 (FT4) Measures the portion of the thyroid gland's main hormone that can reach the tissues Blood
- TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone) First-line hormone test for assessing how the thyroid gland is working Blood
- Insulin (Fasting) Metabolic test that measures the insulin level in the blood on an empty stomach Blood Fasting required
- Complete Blood Count (Hemogram) The basic blood test that counts your blood cells Blood
- Prothrombin Time (PT/INR) Monitors clotting time and the effect of warfarin treatment Blood
- aPTT (Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time) Coagulation test that measures how long it takes the blood to clot Blood
- Fibrinogen (Factor I) Blood level of fibrinogen, the key protein in blood clotting Blood
- D-Dimer Blood test that shows a clot has formed and broken down in the body Blood
- Troponin T Laboratory test in the Serology and Infection (ELISA) group
- Apolipoprotein B (Apo B) Shows the number of cholesterol-carrying particles that can affect vascular health Blood
- Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] Lipoprotein test, largely genetically determined, linked to cardiovascular risk Blood
How is the panel done at home?
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Book your appointment
Fill in the online form or call us, and let's plan a day and time that suit you together.
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Your samples are collected at home
Our nurse comes to your address and collects the samples for all tests in the panel in a single visit, using sterile, single-use supplies.
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Your results reach you
Your samples are transported to the laboratory under proper conditions; your results are sent to you once they are ready.
Frequently asked questions
Panels are for screening and do not provide a diagnosis; your results should be reviewed with your doctor. If you have symptoms or need regular monitoring, tests are chosen on your doctor's advice.
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