Lipid Screening
HDL, LDL, total cholesterol, and triglycerides for cardiovascular awareness.
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Included Markers
4 markersA lipid panel measuring HDL, LDL, Total Cholesterol, and Triglycerides. These markers together provide insight into your cholesterol balance and its possible relationship to cardiovascular health.
Why this test?
Cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood can be influenced by diet, physical activity, genetics, and other factors. Measuring them can help you understand your current lipid balance and give you a value to discuss with your healthcare provider if you wish.
Who is this test for?
This test may be relevant for adults who want insight into their cholesterol levels, for example as part of general health awareness, or for those whose healthcare provider has suggested checking lipid values.
What is tested?
- HDL Cholesterol (mmol/l): often called "good" cholesterol; may play a protective role in cardiovascular health.
- LDL Cholesterol (mmol/l): often called "bad" cholesterol; elevated levels may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk.
- Total Cholesterol (mmol/l): the sum of all cholesterol types in the blood.
- Triglycerides (mmol/l): a type of fat in the blood; levels can be influenced by diet, alcohol, and metabolic factors.
What can this test tell you?
The results may show whether your cholesterol and triglyceride levels fall within expected ranges. The balance between HDL and LDL, along with triglyceride levels, can offer context about your lipid health. These values can be influenced by lifestyle choices such as diet and physical activity.
How is the sample collected?
A blood sample is drawn at a certified sample point (afnamepunt). There are over 750 locations across the Netherlands. After placing your order, you can select a location and time that suits you.
When is this test useful?
This test may be useful when you want a clear picture of your cholesterol and triglyceride levels, whether out of personal curiosity or at the suggestion of your healthcare provider.
What do the results mean?
Results are presented with reference ranges. Cholesterol values should be considered together rather than individually, and factors such as family history, age, and lifestyle play a role in their interpretation. A healthcare provider can help you understand the results in the context of your overall health.
Preparation
Fasting for 8 to 12 hours before the blood draw is required for reliable triglyceride and LDL results. Water is fine to drink during the fasting period.
What happens after the results?
Your results are available in your personal dashboard. If you have questions or if any values fall outside the reference range, discussing the results with your healthcare provider is recommended.
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Get tested at a lab near you
Show the barcode on your phone and bring a valid ID. Done in under 15 minutes.
Receive your report from the doctor
A BIG-registered physician reviews your results and writes a personal report. On your dashboard within a few business days.
Choose your check-up
Browse our health panels and choose the check-up that fits you. Compare markers, or build a custom test.
Receive your lab referral
Within 2-3 hours you'll receive an email from ZorgDomein with a barcode. Orders outside business hours are processed the next business day.
Get tested at a lab near you
Show the barcode on your phone and bring a valid ID. Done in under 15 minutes.
Receive your report from the doctor
A BIG-registered physician reviews your results and writes a personal report. On your dashboard within a few business days.
Always a location near you
With more than 450+ certified phlebotomy points across the Netherlands.
What We Test
This health panel includes 4 biomarkers to give you a clear picture of your health.
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in the body, used for energy storage. Elevated levels may be associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, especially when combined with other lipid abnormalities.
Learn moreLDL cholesterol, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, is the fraction that can deposit in the walls of your blood vessels. Over time, this leads to atherosclerosis and increases the risk of heart attack or stroke. The desirable LDL level depends on your total cardiovascular risk profile — stricter targets apply for people with diabetes or a history of heart disease than for healthy individuals.
Learn moreCholesterol is a fatty substance your body needs for building cell membranes, producing hormones, and synthesising vitamin D. Your liver produces most of it; a smaller portion comes from diet. Excessively high cholesterol — particularly LDL cholesterol — increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by depositing in blood vessel walls. Total cholesterol gives a first impression, but the ratio between LDL and HDL is more clinically relevant.
Learn moreHDL cholesterol is called "good" cholesterol because it transports cholesterol from blood vessel walls back to the liver, where it is broken down. Higher HDL therefore has a protective effect against atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Unlike LDL, where a lower value is better, with HDL you want a higher value.
Learn moreTriglycerides
CardiovascularTriglycerides are the most common type of fat in the body, used for energy storage. Elevated levels may be associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, especially when combined with other lipid abnormalities.
Elevated triglycerides may contribute to atherosclerosis and are a component of metabolic syndrome. They are often elevated alongside insulin resistance. Consult your healthcare provider.
LDL Cholesterol
CardiovascularLDL cholesterol, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, is the fraction that can deposit in the walls of your blood vessels. Over time, this leads to atherosclerosis and increases the risk of heart attack or stroke. The desirable LDL level depends on your total cardiovascular risk profile — stricter targets apply for people with diabetes or a history of heart disease than for healthy individuals.
LDL cholesterol is the best-established modifiable risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Every 1 mmol/L reduction in LDL reduces the risk of a cardiovascular event by approximately 20–25%. This effect is independent of how the reduction is achieved — through diet, exercise, or medication. In familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) — a hereditary condition affecting approximately 1 in 250 people — LDL is elevated from a young age, significantly increasing the risk of early cardiovascular disease. Early detection and treatment are crucial.
Total Cholesterol
CardiovascularCholesterol is a fatty substance your body needs for building cell membranes, producing hormones, and synthesising vitamin D. Your liver produces most of it; a smaller portion comes from diet. Excessively high cholesterol — particularly LDL cholesterol — increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by depositing in blood vessel walls. Total cholesterol gives a first impression, but the ratio between LDL and HDL is more clinically relevant.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the Netherlands. Elevated cholesterol — particularly LDL — is one of the best-established risk factors. The process of atherosclerosis progresses gradually over decades and causes no symptoms for a long time, until a heart attack or stroke occurs. The cholesterol level does not stand alone. Cardiovascular risk is determined by the interplay of cholesterol, blood pressure, age, smoking, diabetes, and family history. A cholesterol of 6.0 mmol/L in an otherwise healthy 30-year-old has a different meaning than the same value in a 60-year-old smoker with diabetes. Early detection and treatment of elevated cholesterol — through lifestyle and medication if needed — can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
HDL Cholesterol
CardiovascularHDL cholesterol is called "good" cholesterol because it transports cholesterol from blood vessel walls back to the liver, where it is broken down. Higher HDL therefore has a protective effect against atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Unlike LDL, where a lower value is better, with HDL you want a higher value.
HDL has an active protective function: it removes excess cholesterol from vessel walls and transports it to the liver. This process is called reverse cholesterol transport and counteracts atherosclerosis. Low HDL is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease, even when LDL is normal. Low HDL is often seen with metabolic risk factors: overweight, lack of exercise, smoking, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes. It is therefore a marker of overall metabolic health.
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