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High cholesterol

High cholesterol can lead to serious health issues, often influenced by diet, lifestyle, and genetics. Symptoms are typically silent, making regular monitoring vital. Addressing factors like diet, exercise, and stress management can effectively manage cholesterol levels. This approach aims for overall health improvement, reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

High cholesterol

Symptoms

  • Yellowish patches or bumps on the skin
  • Chest pain or tightness
  • Shortness of breath

Causes

  • Diet: A diet high in saturated and trans fats, and low in fiber and nutrients, can contribute to high cholesterol
  • Genetics: Certain genetic factors can affect cholesterol levels and contribute to high cholesterol
  • Chronic inflammation: Chronic inflammation can contribute to high cholesterol and damage the blood vessels
  • Hormonal imbalances: Hormonal imbalances, such as thyroid dysfunction or adrenal fatigue, can contribute to high cholesterol

Treatments

  • Dietary modifications: A healthy diet that includes whole, unprocessed foods, and is low in saturated and trans fats, can help lower cholesterol levels
  • Lifestyle modifications: Regular exercise, stress-reduction techniques such as meditation and yoga, and adequate sleep can help improve overall health and lower cholesterol levels
  • Nutritional supplements: Supplements such as omega-3 fatty acids, plant sterols, and niacin can help support heart health and lower cholesterol levels
  • Environmental modifications: Reducing exposure to environmental toxins and pollutants, and using natural cleaning products can help reduce inflammation in the body and support overall health
  • Medications: In some cases, medications may be prescribed to help lower cholesterol levels

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Cholesterol Test – Full Lipid ProfileLab Test

Cholesterol Test – Full Lipid Profile

Monitor your cholesterol levels at home with our at-home blood collection kit and lab analysis. This comprehensive lipid panel measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides, providing a clear overview of your lipid levels. Samples are collected at home and analyzed in a certified laboratory, with accurate digital results delivered quickly and securely.

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Heart Health Test – Lipids & InflammationLab Test

Heart Health Test – Lipids & Inflammation

The GetTested Heart Health Test – Lipids & Inflammation uses an at-home blood collection kit with lab analysis of hs-CRP, HbA1c, total cholesterol, HDL-C, LDL-C, and triglycerides. It offers a convenient way to evaluate key markers linked to cardiovascular and metabolic health, with results delivered digitally.

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Heart dummy SPOTLab Test

Heart dummy SPOT

och korv Take this is a link control of your health with the Heart Heath SPOT. This HSA FSA eligible heart test offers a complete lipid panel and hs-CRP test to track LDL HDL triglycerides and inflammation. Fast, accurate cardiovascular health screening from SpotDX. Shop now!

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Heart Health Test Plus – Cardio-Metabolic PanelLab Test

Heart Health Test Plus – Cardio-Metabolic Panel

The GetTested Heart Health Test Plus offers a comprehensive at-home cardio-metabolic assessment. This advanced test measures key indicators of cardiovascular and metabolic health from a convenient dried blood spot sample.

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Lp(a) Test – Genetic Heart Risk MarkerLab Test

Lp(a) Test – Genetic Heart Risk Marker

Understand your genetic predisposition to heart disease with the GetTested Lp(a) Test. This at-home dried blood spot (DBS) collection kit with lab analysis evaluates lipoprotein(a), a key genetic marker associated with cardiovascular risk. Results are delivered digitally to support informed cardiovascular health decisions.

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When to see a doctor

At-home testing is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. If symptoms are severe, sudden, or worsening, contact a healthcare provider.

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Accredited labs

Processed in ISO 15189 / 17025 facilities.

Validated assays

Performance-tested against clinical references.

500,000+ customers

Trusted across the EU, UK and US.

At-home collection

Simple kits with step-by-step instructions.

Discreet shipping

Generic packaging, tracked end-to-end.

Clinician-reviewed

Reports reviewed by qualified clinicians.

CLIA-certified & secure

Secure data handling, CLIA-certified labs.

Retest promise

Sample issue? We make it right.

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