Cholesterol Testing
Our easy-to-use cholesterol testing helps you monitor your heart health.
We test for:
Triglycerides,
Total Cholesterol,
HDL Cholesterol,
LDL Cholesterol and
HDL % of Total Cholesterol
Benefits:
Collection Methods
Finger Prick
What to know
What to know
You should consider testing if:
You have type 2 diabetes
You have prediabetes
You have a family history of high cholesterol
You eat a diet high in saturated fats
You lead a sedentary lifestyle
You smoke
You are overweight or obese
You are aged 35 or older, though younger people can be affected
You have a family history of diabetes
You are are of African American, American Indian, Asian American, Hispanic/Latino, or Pacific Islander heritage
This testing is not suitable if:
You are under 18 years of age.
You are pregnant
Did you know that the majority of cardiovascular diseases are preventable? In fact, 80% of premature heart attacks and strokes can be prevented by practicing healthy behaviors.
Regular testing provides you with the valuable insights you need to track your cholesterol over time, as well as help you monitor the impact of healthy lifestyle habits to help prevent disease. Every adult, no matter what weight, fitness or lifestyle, should stay aware of their levels throughout their life. However, there are some factors which may increase your risk, so you should discuss any results with your healthcare provider.
Triglycerides
Triglycerides are one of the most common fats found in the body. When you regularly consume more calories than you burn, your body converts these excess calories into triglycerides and they are stored in your body as fat. High levels of triglycerides can lead to cardiovascular disease, causing heart attack and stroke.
Total Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in all cells in your body. Your body needs small amounts of cholesterol for many reasons; from helping to make vitamin D to digesting fats. However, high levels can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease. The balance of “good” and “bad” cholesterol is important.
HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)
Typically referred to as "good cholesterol", high-density lipoprotein (HDL) helps to remove "bad cholesterol" from your bloodstream and send it back to the liver, to be eliminated from your body. Higher levels of “good cholesterol” lower your risk of cardiovascular disease which means that your risk of stroke and heart attack are lowered.
LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein)
Known as "bad cholesterol", low-density lipoprotein (LDL) usually makes up most of the cholesterol in your body. When your body has too much LDL cholesterol, it can build up in the walls of your blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
HDL % of Total Cholesterol
The HDL % of total cholesterol refers to the amount of "good cholesterol" in the body, compared to the total amount of cholesterol. The higher this percentage of good cholesterol, the better.
Your sample must be collected while fasting*, on a Monday-Thursday, and returned on the same day.
*Fasting means that you collect the sample in the morning before you have breakfast. You can still drink water when fasting. Always follow the advice of your physician with regards to fasting, particularly if you have an underlying medical condition
Every adult can and should understand their cholesterol levels to monitor their heart health.
“High cholesterol does not usually cause symptoms. You can only find out if you have it from a blood test.” - NHS
Did you know that you likely won’t display any symptoms if you have high cholesterol? Many people living with high cholesterol aren’t getting the treatment they need. The only way to know is through testing. In 80% of cases, premature heart attacks and strokes, two frequent outcomes from high cholesterol, are preventable.
Click on the Who should be tested section to learn more about factors that could increase your risk of high cholesterol.
With over 10 million tests taken, the reviews are in
The process of checking my cholesterol and triglycerides couldn’t have been any easier. I got results within 3 days.
The experience I had with LetsGetChecked was great. The turn around time was amazing, one day. I saved a lot of money by doing this process instead of going through my doctor. I used the 30% savings code which was even better.
My first cholesterol test kit worked like a charm. I dropped off the specimen at UPS late Monday morning and received the lab results late Tuesday morning. The turnaround time was impressive.
Quick and easy The kit was easy to use. They had my results within 4 days after mailing it back. I was shocked at how high my cholesterol was.. I mean, yeah I eat tons of butter but…. never mind about that. Time to get healthy!
The communication was great with the medical professionals and felt that they really listened to me about my cholesterol and LDL concerns.
I had slightly elevated levels for cholesterol I was contacted by a nurse who clearly explained the levels and what to do to try and reduce it. Very helpful and clear advice. Information passed to GP to add to my record. Will use again.
Great service and very glad I did it! First time ever checking cholesterol and it’s too high. Diet change needed. Thanks to son for forcing me to do it. Would definitely recommend this company. The nurse phoning was excellent service.
Excellent communication from the start ... Test results were given in a clear, informative and concise manner and the language used was easily understood. Very efficient service. I got the results of a cholesterol test within 3 days.
I am very pleased I checked my cholesterol as my LDL was too high and I now know I need to take action. Way easier and more accurate than through the NHS. I plan to change my diet and to test again in 6 months. Thanks Letsgetchecked team. :)
I ordered three different test. When they came back they had a nurse call me. I thought I would just get a email. Very impressed. She went over everything. I will be ordering a follow up test for cholesterol in three months. I highly recommend them!!
How it works
Collect your sample
Activate your collection kit and collect your sample in the morning. Return your sample on the same day, using the prepaid shipping label provided.
Review secure results
Once your sample arrives in the laboratory, confidential results will be available from your secure online account in ~2-5 days.
Get medical support
Our dedicated clinical team is here to support you and may call you to explain your results and provide guidance on your next steps.
Still have questions?
Here are some questions we usually get about LetsGetChecked. If you would like yours answered, please contact us.
Anyone can test their cholesterol levels to understand and monitor their cardiovascular health. You should consider testing if your mother, father, brother, or sister has ever had a heart attack, undergone bypass surgery, had cardiac stents or had a stroke in the past.
A capillary (finger prick) blood sample is required. This sample is collected from the comfort of your home using the sample collection kit and easy-to-follow instructions provided.
Activating the sample collection kit connects you to the unique alphanumeric barcode within your LetsGetChecked kit. The laboratory cannot process your sample if the kit is not activated and linked to you. You should only activate your kit when you are ready to take your sample.
Yes. LetsGetChecked has a team of healthcare providers (included doctors, nurses and healthcare clinicians) who will review your order and results and have created detailed result breakdowns for your testing journey.
Our clinical team is on standby throughout the testing process and, if your test results are abnormal, you may receive a call to discuss your results and the next steps.
Please ensure that the sample is collected in the morning in a fasted state on a Monday - Thursday and returned immediately using the carrier method provided within the sample collection kit. Each of our kits includes a prepaid delivery envelope to return your samples to the laboratory.
Please do not collect or return samples on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.
Keeping your personal data secure is important to us. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure security and confidentiality of your information, and only share your information where required to deliver our products and services or where we have a legal basis to do so. All samples are disposed of following analysis.
Your samples are analysed with CE-marked tests in the same labs used by primary care providers, hospitals, and government programs.
LetsGetChecked laboratories are CPA-approved and ISO certified, which are the highest levels of accreditation.
Our home sample collection kits are manufactured within our ISO 13485 certified facility, the highest level of accreditation for medical devices.
We don't accept insurance at this time. We work to keep our tests as affordable as possible and our test costs are generally lower than the costs incurred from a trip to a healthcare provider.
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