Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood draw (venipuncture)
- Fasting: Fast for 9–12 hours, drinking only water. Maintain a stable diet for 2–3 weeks before testing. Stop biotin 72 hours prior and avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours. Morning collection is preferred. Continue prescribed medications unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider.
- Turnaround: 2–3 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
Lipid Panel
- Cholesterol, Total: Measures overall cholesterol circulating in your blood.
- HDL Cholesterol: Reflects the cholesterol associated with cardiovascular protection.
- LDL Cholesterol: Reflects the cholesterol associated with cardiovascular risk.
- Non-HDL Cholesterol: A calculated value reflecting cholesterol carried outside of HDL.
- Triglycerides: Measures fat levels in your bloodstream.
- Chol/HDLC Ratio: A calculated ratio comparing total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol.
Inflammation Marker
Homocysteine
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
- Albumin: Assesses protein levels and general nutritional status.
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio: A calculated comparison of two major blood proteins.
- Alkaline Phosphatase: Supports evaluation of liver and bone function.
- ALT/ALT (SGPT): Supports evaluation of liver function.
- AST/AST (SGOT): Supports evaluation of liver function.
- Bilirubin, Total: Reflects liver and red blood cell activity.
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio: A calculated value supporting kidney function assessment.
- Calcium: Reflects mineral balance related to bone, nerve, and muscle function.
- Carbon Dioxide, Total: Reflects your body's acid-base balance.
- Chloride: An electrolyte supporting fluid and acid-base balance.
- Creatinine: Supports evaluation of kidney function.
- eGFR: A calculated estimate of kidney filtration rate.
- GGT: Supports evaluation of liver function.
- Globulin, Total: Reflects protein levels related to immune function.
- Glucose: Reflects your blood sugar level.
- Iron: Reflects iron levels related to blood health.
- Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase (LD): Supports evaluation of tissue and cell activity.
- Phosphorus: Supports evaluation of bone and metabolic function.
- Potassium: An electrolyte supporting heart and muscle function.
- Protein, Total: Reflects overall protein status.
- Sodium: An electrolyte supporting fluid balance.
- Uric Acid: Reflects metabolic waste processing.
Benefits
- Evaluates cholesterol, inflammation, and homocysteine together.
- Supports early awareness of cardiovascular risk factors.
- Includes a comprehensive metabolic panel for organ function insight.
- No doctor visit required to order your test.
- Provides an accessible option for proactive health monitoring.
- Delivers results you can review with your provider.
Who Is This Test For?
- Adults interested in understanding their cardiovascular risk factors.
- Individuals with a family history of heart-related concerns.
- People managing conditions such as hypertension or diabetes.
- Anyone wanting a proactive check on heart and metabolic health.
- Those tracking the impact of heart-healthy lifestyle changes.
How It Works
- Order Your Test Online
- Visit a Local Lab
- Get Results Online
FAQ
1. What is the purpose of this test?
This panel evaluates cardiovascular and general wellness markers in one blood draw. It includes a lipid panel, an inflammation marker, homocysteine, and a comprehensive metabolic panel. Together, these markers offer a broad view of cholesterol balance, vascular inflammation, and organ function. This panel does not diagnose any condition on its own.
2. Who would benefit from this test, and when should I order it?
This panel may benefit adults who want insight into their cardiovascular and metabolic health, including those with a family history of heart-related concerns or existing risk factors such as hypertension or diabetes. You may consider it for general cardiovascular and wellness screening, to establish a baseline before starting a new health routine, or to monitor changes alongside lifestyle adjustments.
3. How do I prepare for this test?
Fast for 9-12 hours before your appointment, and maintain a stable diet for two to three weeks beforehand. Water is allowed and encouraged during the fasting period. You should also stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours before your collection.
4. How quickly will I get results?
Results are typically available within 2–3 business days. Turnaround may take longer based on weather, holiday schedules, or lab delays.
5. How do I interpret the results?
Your results include reference ranges to help you understand where your values fall. Patterns across multiple biomarkers are often more meaningful than any single result viewed alone. Discussing your full results with a healthcare provider is the best way to understand what they mean for you.
Disclaimer: Reference ranges may vary by laboratory. Listed ranges are general guidelines and may differ from those used by the performing lab. Always consult your healthcare provider for interpretation.
6. What should I do if my results are abnormal?
If any of your results fall outside the expected reference range, follow up with a healthcare provider. They can help interpret your results in the context of your overall health and determine any appropriate next steps.
7. How often should I get tested?
Testing frequency depends on your individual health profile and goals. Many people use this panel for periodic wellness monitoring, while others may test more frequently as directed by their healthcare provider. Reviewing cardiovascular and metabolic markers over time may help you and your healthcare provider notice changes earlier, and ongoing monitoring can support informed conversations about lifestyle adjustments and overall wellness planning.
Pre-test preparation
Maintain a stable diet for two to three weeks prior to your blood draw. Fast for 9-12 hours before your test, water is allowed and encouraged during this time. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours before your collection. Do not stop prescribed medication unless instructed by your healthcare provider. Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours before your test, as it can temporarily affect some biomarker levels. When possible, schedule your test for morning hours to minimize fasting duration.
