Cholesterol Blood Test in Lymington – £75
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Check your cholesterol levels and gain a clearer picture of your cardiovascular health with a private Cholesterol Blood Test at Rènü Dermatology in Lymington.
High cholesterol often causes no obvious symptoms, which means you may not know your levels are raised without having them tested.
Our Cholesterol Blood Test costs £75, including your professional in-clinic venous blood draw and measures 6 important markers within your cholesterol and lipid profile.
Cholesterol Blood Test – £75
✓ 6 cholesterol & lipid markers
✓ Total Cholesterol
✓ HDL Cholesterol
✓ LDL Cholesterol
✓ Non-HDL Cholesterol
✓ Triglycerides
✓ Total Cholesterol / HDL Ratio
✓ Professional in-clinic venous blood draw included
✓ Laboratory analysis
✓ GP report included
Why Check Your Cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found naturally within your blood. Your body needs cholesterol for normal functions, but having unhealthy levels of certain types of cholesterol can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease.
Because high cholesterol does not usually cause symptoms, a blood test is one of the most useful ways of understanding your cholesterol profile.
Testing can be particularly useful if you want to establish your current levels, monitor changes over time or have risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
What Does the Cholesterol Blood Test Check?
Total Cholesterol
Total cholesterol measures the overall amount of cholesterol within your blood.
Rather than looking at this measurement alone, it is useful to consider it alongside HDL, LDL, non-HDL cholesterol, triglycerides and your cholesterol ratio.
HDL Cholesterol
HDL stands for High-Density Lipoprotein and is commonly referred to as “good” cholesterol.
HDL helps transport cholesterol away from the arteries and back towards the liver, where it can be processed and removed from the body.
LDL Cholesterol
LDL stands for Low-Density Lipoprotein and is commonly referred to as “bad” cholesterol.
Higher LDL levels can contribute to fatty deposits developing within artery walls over time, which is why LDL is an important part of cardiovascular risk assessment.
Non-HDL Cholesterol
Non-HDL cholesterol represents the cholesterol carried by potentially harmful lipoproteins and provides another useful measurement when assessing your overall cholesterol profile.
Triglycerides
Triglycerides are a type of fat found within the blood.
Raised triglyceride levels can be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and may be influenced by factors including diet, alcohol consumption, body weight and certain medical conditions.
Total Cholesterol / HDL Ratio
Your cholesterol ratio compares your total cholesterol level with your HDL cholesterol.
This provides additional information that can be considered alongside your individual cholesterol measurements when assessing cardiovascular health.
High Cholesterol Often Has No Symptoms
One of the most important things to understand about high cholesterol is that you can feel completely well and still have raised cholesterol levels.
For many people, the only way to know their cholesterol levels is through testing.
Who Should Consider a Cholesterol Blood Test?
A private cholesterol test may be useful if you:
- Want to know your current cholesterol levels
- Have previously been told you have high cholesterol
- Want to monitor changes in your cholesterol over time
- Have a family history of high cholesterol
- Have a family history of heart disease or stroke
- Have recently changed your diet or lifestyle
- Are trying to improve your cardiovascular health
- Want to monitor the impact of weight loss or lifestyle changes
- Have been advised to monitor your cholesterol
- Simply want a convenient private cholesterol check
Monitoring Your Cholesterol After Lifestyle Changes
If you've recently made changes to your diet, increased your physical activity, reduced your alcohol intake, lost weight, or made other lifestyle changes, repeat cholesterol testing can help you monitor how your levels change over time.
Keeping copies of your results can also make it easier to compare your cholesterol profile between tests.
How Does the Cholesterol Blood Test Work?
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Book your appointment
Book your Cholesterol Blood Test at Rènü Dermatology in Lymington.
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Attend your in-clinic blood draw
Your venous blood sample will be professionally collected from your arm during your appointment.
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Laboratory analysis
Your sample is prepared and sent to the laboratory for analysis of your cholesterol and lipid profile.
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Receive your results
You'll receive your laboratory results showing each of the cholesterol markers tested, together with a GP report.
Your Professional Blood Draw Is Included
There's no need to purchase a blood test and then arrange phlebotomy somewhere else.
The £69 price includes both your Cholesterol Blood Test and your professional venous blood draw at Rènü Dermatology in Lymington.
Understanding Your Cholesterol Results
Your results will show the levels of the six cholesterol and lipid markers included within the test.
Cholesterol results should not always be interpreted in isolation. Your overall cardiovascular risk can also be influenced by factors including your age, blood pressure, smoking status, diabetes, family history and other medical conditions.
Your test includes a GP report. If your cholesterol levels are significantly abnormal or you have concerns about your cardiovascular health, discuss your results with your GP or another appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
Cholesterol Blood Test
£75
6 important cholesterol & lipid markers
Total Cholesterol • HDL • LDL • Non-HDL • Triglycerides • Cholesterol/HDL Ratio
Professional in-clinic blood draw included
Available at Rènü Dermatology, Lymington
Book your private cholesterol test today.
Private Cholesterol Testing in Lymington & the New Forest
Rènü Dermatology provides convenient private cholesterol blood testing in Lymington, Hampshire, with your professional venous blood collection completed during your clinic appointment.
We welcome clients from Lymington, Milford on Sea, Brockenhurst, New Milton, Barton on Sea and throughout the New Forest and surrounding Hampshire area.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a private cholesterol blood test?
Our Cholesterol Blood Test costs £75 including your professional in-clinic venous blood draw at Rènü Dermatology in Lymington.
What does the cholesterol blood test check?
The test measures Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Non-HDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides and the Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio.
What is HDL cholesterol?
HDL stands for High-Density Lipoprotein and is commonly described as “good” cholesterol because it helps transport cholesterol away from the arteries towards the liver.
What is LDL cholesterol?
LDL stands for Low-Density Lipoprotein and is commonly described as “bad” cholesterol. Higher levels can contribute to fatty deposits developing within arteries over time.
Can I have high cholesterol without symptoms?
Yes. High cholesterol does not usually cause noticeable symptoms, which is why blood testing is important for identifying raised levels.
Can I use this test to monitor my cholesterol?
Yes. Repeat testing can be useful for monitoring changes in your cholesterol profile over time, particularly following lifestyle changes or when advised by a healthcare professional.
Where is my blood taken?
Your venous blood sample is professionally collected at Rènü Dermatology in Lymington and sent for laboratory analysis.
